The Grand Union Canal is the longest canal in the UK, stretching 137 miles from London to Birmingham.

Formed in 1929 through the amalgamation of several independent waterways built during the 18th and 19th centuries, it passes through rolling countryside, the Chiltern Hills, rural Northamptonshire and Warwickshire, and into the Birmingham suburbs.

The canal offers a continuous towpath suitable for walking and cycling, threading through bustling locks, quaint villages, and areas of industrial heritage.

It connects major landmarks including Little Venice and Paddington Basin in London, and passes through communities across the East Midlands and West Midlands. The waterway remains popular with boaters, walkers, and wildlife enthusiasts alike.