The Kennet & Avon Canal and the River Kennet at Aldermaston

A circular walk from Aldermaston taking in the River Kennet and the canal, along quiet footpaths.

Type of walk Exercise - a healthy walk with some stopping points of interest. More walking/less talking

More detail The walk shows how the building of the canal (a canalised river) affected the River Kennet in rural Berkshire. The start and finish is next to Aldermaston Tea Rooms. Walking boots - some of the paths can be muddy.Toilets are available near Aldermaston Lock.,

Walk length / difficulty / accessibility 7km ,2 hours / Medium / not wheelchair accessible / family friendly

Ticket price 3

About the walk leader David is a volunteer with the Canal & River Trust, leading walks in Reading, Aldermaston and Bedwyn.

Getting there Start and finish is on the towpath outside Aldermaston Tea Rooms, Canal Cottage, Wharfside, Reading RG7 4JS What3words ///marching.escapades.snuck [https://what3words.com/marching.escapades.snuck] The walk is easily reached using the X1 bus service or trains between Reading and Newbury alighting at Aldermaston Wharf (5 minute walk to start).