canal | Walks

Forth & Clyde Canal - Stage 1

From Bowling Basin to Maryhill. A mix of urban and rural landscape.

Forth & Clyde Canal - Stage 2

Explore the Port Dundas branch which ran to Glasgow city centre.

Forth & Clyde Canal - Stage 3

Continue along the main canal to Kirkintilloch.

Forth & Clyde Canal - Stage 4

Press on to Kilsyth in the shadow of the Campsie Fells.

Forth & Clyde Canal - Stage 5

Visit the amazing Falkirk wheel and join the Union Canal (stage 1)

Forth & Clyde Canal - Stage 6

Complete the original canal by walking from the Falkirk Wheel to Helix Park.

Union Canal - Stage 2

Some amazing aqueduct and viaduct action as we reach the historic town of Linlithgow.

Union Canal - Stage 3

Great historic sights as we pass through Linlithgow. Push on to the ex-mining area of Winchburgh.

Union Canal - Stage 4

The Shale Trail follows the canal through old industrial territory. Climb the bing for excellent views.

Union Canal - Stage 5

Approaching the outskirts of Edinburgh. This leg takes us from Broxburn to Ratho (and back).

Union Canal - Stage 6

Finish your marathon canal journey by walking from Ratho into the city of Edinburgh.