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Pooley Country Park, Shuttington and Polesworth, Warks

Summary

A circular walk from Pooley Country Park to Shuttington and Polesworth. The walk passes the ancient Alvecote Priory and passes through the historic town of Polesworth. The walk returns along the towpath of the Coventry Canal.
Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
7.3 miles (11.8 km)
Walking time:
03h 40m
Type:
Circular

Start location

Pooley Country Park

lat: 52.6263691

lon: -1.6177219

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