Stockton Heath Walk
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Starting and finishing at The London Bridge in Stockton Heath, this lovely circular walk gives you a surprising mix of countryside, quiet tracks and peaceful canalside scenery, all within easy reach of the village.
The route takes you away from the busy centre and along quieter paths before joining the canal for a relaxing walk back towards Stockton Heath. It’s a great example of how quickly you can leave the roads behind and feel like you’re somewhere completely different.
The mostly flat route is pram friendly, although there are some dirt tracks, cobbles and uneven sections to navigate along the way. Once you’re back, The London Bridge is perfectly placed for extending the meet-up with a drink, coffee or something to eat.
Why We Love This Walk
“My favourite walk is Stockton Heath Walk. It’s my favourite because within no time at all you leave a busy village and enter beautiful countryside with animals and amazing scenery (if going down the canal path). I also like have a nosy at all the posh houses 🤣🤣 it makes it special when you find a new route local to you that you enjoy that you can do anytime. Just need to be careful of the water.“
Walking Mum – Alicia
Location
Stockton Heath, Warrington.
The walk starts and finishes at The London Bridge, making it really easy to stay for food or a drink afterwards.
Parking
Parking is available at The London Bridge for customers. On street parking is available near by.
Please check any current parking restrictions or requirements when you arrive and allow a little extra time before the walk.
Toilets
Toilets are available inside The London Bridge for customers. There aren’t public toilets along the main walking route, so we’d recommend using these before setting off.
Café Nearby
The London Bridge is right at the start and finish of the route and is perfect for a post-walk drink, coffee or something to eat.
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The London Bridge
Stockton Heath also has a fantastic choice of independent cafés, restaurants and shops if you’d like to make more of your visit.
Walking Mums Supporter Members receive 10% off at The London Road Cafe
Pram Friendliness
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The route is suitable for most pushchairs and is predominantly flat.
There are dirt tracks, cobbles and some uneven sections along the way, so a pushchair with larger wheels will make these parts easier to navigate.
After prolonged wet weather, some of the unsurfaced sections may also become muddy.
Accessibility
Although much of the route is flat, the dirt tracks, cobbled section, gates and uneven surfaces mean this wouldn’t be one of our most accessible routes.
Scenery
A lovely mixture of countryside, tracks and peaceful canalside scenery.
One of the best things about this walk is how quickly the surroundings change. You start close to the centre of Stockton Heath before finding yourself surrounded by greenery and eventually enjoying a peaceful walk alongside the canal.
Play Area
There isn’t a play area directly on the route, so this walk is more about enjoying the walk itself and having somewhere lovely to stop afterwards.
Picnic Spot
There are places to stop alongside the canal and surrounding green spaces, although we’d recommend The London Bridge or one of Stockton Heath’s cafés if you’re looking to stay afterwards.
Distance
Approximately 2–3 miles, depending on the exact route taken. Allow around 1–1½ hours at Walking Mums’ relaxed social pace.
Terrain
A mixture of pavements, dirt tracks, cobbles and canal towpaths.
The route is predominantly flat but has some uneven sections and can become muddy following wet weather.
Best Age Group
Great for newborns and babies in pushchairs, as well as toddlers who are happy staying in the pram for sections of the walk.
Older children who are confident walkers may also enjoy exploring the countryside and spotting boats and wildlife along the canal.
Route Description
Start at The London Bridge. From the front of the pub, cross London Road using the pedestrian crossing.
Turn left and walk across the bridge.
Immediately after crossing the bridge, turn right and continue straight along the road.
Follow the road all the way to the end and turn right.
Cross the road carefully and turn left onto the dirt track.
Continue straight along the track, passing through the gate and over the cobbled section.
Keep walking straight ahead until you reach the end of the road, then turn right.
Continue over the bridge and join the canal towpath.
Follow the canal towpath towards Stockton Heath.
Continue along the canal until you can see The London Bridge ahead.
Leave the canal at Thorne Marine and turn right.
Follow the route back to The London Bridge, where the walk finishes.
Potential Risks
- Road crossings and traffic: There are several road crossings along the route, including near The London Bridge. Please use designated crossings where available, keep children close and take extra care around traffic.
- Open water: A significant section of the route follows the canal. Children should be supervised closely at all times.
- The canal edge may be unfenced in places.
- The dirt track can become muddy and slippery following wet weather.
- The cobbled section can be uneven and may be more difficult to navigate with smaller-wheeled pushchairs.
- Uneven ground, loose surfaces and potholes may be present along unsurfaced sections.
- There is a gate along the route which may require additional care when manoeuvring pushchairs.
- Cyclists, runners and dog walkers may share the canal towpath.
- Canal boats and activity around Thorne Marine may mean additional people and vehicles are present.
- Please wear suitable footwear and clothing for the conditions.
Please note: These are new walks, so if you spot any errors or inaccuracies, please email hello@walkingmums.com; the potential risks listed are not comprehensive, so please also consider any specific risks for your family and the conditions on the day.
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