The locks and canal in Wigan.

Chorley Group

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Overview

Starting from Ashfield Park we follow the A49 to Gidlow Cemetery, passing through the cemetery to descend to the Douglas Valley. We then follow the lanes and the old railway at the foot of Haigh Park to reach the canal at the locks. Turning downhill we pass several canal locks to pass Wigan Pier continuing on the canal to reach Standish Lower Ground. Finally on paths and old railway tracks we pass Giants Hall to return to Ashfield Park.

Saturday, 17 January 2026

Start time:: 10:30 am
Estimated finish time:: 3:30 pm

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 15.7km / 9.8mi
Ascent:: 150m / 492ft
Type:: circular

Features

Accessible by public transport
Car parking available
Dog friendly
No Stiles

Starting point

Grid reference:: SD 57024 09311
Nearest postcode:: WN6 0BQ
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Start time:: 10:30 am

Park in the car park to Ashfield Park, just off the A49 between Standish and Boars Head.

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