Slough Arm towpath, Berkshire

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Slough Arm towpath, Berkshire - Berkshire dog walk

Description

This was the last canal to be built in Britain except for the Manchester Ship Canal. Originally it was used to transport bricks from the various Slough brickworks.  By the late 1930's the clay and gravel deposits were becoming worked out so the canal was used to bring waste from London to infill the redundant pits. The last recorded commercial cargo was delivered in March 1960. A really interesting piece of London history.  Now it's just a peaceful towpath.

Disabled Access Not Available
Refreshments Available
WC Available
Free Parking Not Available
Children's Activities Not Available
No Height Restriction
Sleep Not Available

Details

GPS coords for start of walk: 51.5173, -0.5896  Plenty of shops in Slough to pick up snacks and picnic stuff.

Full Walk Details

A saunter along the towpath will bring you to the Grand Union Canal Main Line, and the opportunity to extend the walk.