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South East England

Kennet and Avon Canal – Garston Lock loop from Sulhamstead

Running trails & routes

South East England

Kennet and Avon Canal – Garston Lock loop from Sulhamstead

Hard

20

runners

Kennet and Avon Canal – Garston Lock loop from Sulhamstead

01:43

15.6km

30m

Running

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: March 16, 2026

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Includes movable bridges

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After 593 m for 18 m

After 15.0 km for 18 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

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1

1.92 km

Kennet and Avon Canal

Highlight • Cycleway

2

4.04 km

Garston Lock

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This is a picturesque lock situated along the Kennett and Avon Canal on the western outskirts of Reading. On the other side of the lock is one of the Hosehill Lakes so you're granted great views in all directions.

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3

4.29 km

View of the Lake

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4

7.33 km

Burghfield Weir

Highlight • River

There's a small footpath just off the towpath that leads to the lake's edge near the weir (need to dismount to walk along the footpath)

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5

7.86 km

Swans on the Waterway

Highlight • River

6

7.95 km

Kennet and Avon Canal Riverside Walk

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At 87 miles in length, the Kennet & Avon Canal links Bristol to Reading. It is in part navigable canal and part Rivers; the Avon between Bristol and Bath, The …

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7

8.60 km

View of Burghfield Island Boat Club

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8

10.8 km

Cunning Man Route

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B

15.6 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

9.76 km

4.12 km

1.23 km

458 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

6.88 km

4.86 km

2.34 km

1.29 km

205 m

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