Getting There
Sat Nav: LE10 3ED
Leave the M69 at Junction 1 and follow signs to Tamworth A5, Nuneaton A47 Northbound 1st exit, Southbound 4th exit.
At the roundabout take the 1st exit signed M42, Tamworth, Nuneaton A5.
The Lime Kiln pub is on the right just before the next roundabout.
Return to M69 Junction 1
Turn left out of the car park and carry on straight over the 1st roundabout to continue along the A5, signed Milton Keynes.
Rejoin the M69 at the next roundabout.
Canalside walk
Length of walk (Bridge No.15 to Bridge No.13 and back): 35 minutes
Turn right out of the Lime Kiln car park and walk over the bridge. At the end of the bridge, walk down the steps to the towpath and double back along the towpath to walk under the bridge (Bridge No.15). The canal is on your left.
This part of the towpath is called the Ashby Canal No.1 Connection. It is a popular mooring site for narrow boats, many of which have resident dogs, so don't be surprised if your pooch gets a rousing welcome.
As you walk, the sound of the road is quickly left behind, and an orchestra of birds will serenade you on your way. Look out for the flashing wings of the kingfishers. The area is flat and green, with good wide views on the left bank. A truly relaxing place to be.
The canal bends round to the right and the towpath passes under Bridge No.14. The canal takes a long bend to the left and the approach to Bridge No.13 is another place where narrowboats are able to moor. At this point it is possible to walk up to the bridge. There are large fields on both sides of the canal where horses are trained for chases.
Facilities
At The Lime Kiln. This pub is something of a mystery. It was praised by members of the canal boat fraternity, who said that they regularly took their terrier into the bar, but we haven't yet found it open. There is definitely a large outdoor seating area.
There is a BP garage further up the A5.
Useful Links
Ashby Canal
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