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The Kennet & Avon Canal and the River Kennet at Aldermaston

Reading Walks Festival 2025

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.