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Marsworth Reservoir – Grand Junction loop from Marsworth

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Marsworth Reservoir – Grand Junction loop from Marsworth

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Marsworth Reservoir – Grand Junction loop from Marsworth

01:11

4.62km

20m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 17, 2026

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Chilterns National Landscape

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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660 m

Walkway Between Grand Union Canal and Startop's End Reservoir

Highlight • Lake

This is a lovely trail that travels between the Grand Union Canal and Startop's End Reservoir via a green walkway. In the area you'll find sitting benches, beautiful grasslands and riverboats. Additionally a nearby birdwatching hide provides an excellent opportunity to observe local wildlife.

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821 m

Marsworth Reservoir

Highlight • Lake

The Marsworth Reservoirs act as a magnet for anglers, dog walkers, boaters, birdwatchers and walkers, especially over a sunny weekend, but few ever really venture much beyond the car parks and tearooms.

The walk begins with a flight of locks along the Grand Union Canal, before heading down a stretch of the partially restored Wendover Arm. The route then diverts into open countryside before regaling the walker with a magnificent view of the large Wilstone Reservoir, one of four on this walk.

Here there is an option to enter a bird hide to view the many species who call this water their home at different times of the year. The other reservoirs follow, making this a relaxing six miles of relatively easy walking following a circular route. Allow a good couple of hours to complete the walk, longer if you want to linger.

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1.32 km

Bench With View of the Canal

Highlight • River

There are lots of birds on the reservoirs to enjoy. in addition, the reed beds are full of warblers and reed buntings at this time of year.

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1.75 km

Lock 45, Grand Union Canal (Wendover Arm Entrance)

Highlight • Bridge

Lock 45, at the entrance to the Wendover arm of the GUC has a dry dock and boat repair shop.

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2.32 km

Grand Union Arms

Highlight • Pub

Grand Union Arms - open on Saturday morning for breakfast. Perfect place for lunch or taking a break. Outdoor seating area. Friendly staff.

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2.35 km

Grand Junction

Highlight • Pub

A cyclist-friendly pub on the canal.

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3.81 km

Path along the Grand Union Canal and Marsworth Reservoir

Highlight • Lake

This is a wonderful section of running along a gravel path that squeezes between the Grand Union Canal and Marsworth Reservoir. The views along this stretch are simply superb, they feature colourful canalboats, flowing reeds, and lakeside bathers making the most of the sunshine.

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4.62 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.87 km

857 m

449 m

391 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

2.37 km

783 m

551 m

457 m

443 m

Elevation

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Thursday 25 June

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Marsworth Reservoir – Grand Junction loop from Marsworth

Walkway Between Grand Union Canal and Startop's End Reservoir

Marsworth Reservoir

Bench With View of the Canal

Lock 45, Grand Union Canal (Wendover Arm Entrance)

Grand Union Arms

Grand Junction

Path along the Grand Union Canal and Marsworth Reservoir

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