7.3 miles of the Kennet & Avon Canal plus 6.5 miles of detours - 13.8 miles in total
Food - take a packed lunch or visit one of the cafes or pubs in Pewsey. Takeaway also available from Marshalls Bakery, home of the lardy cake.
Kennet & Avon Canal - Crofton to Pewsey Wharf
This stage of the Kennet & Avon Canal starts at the historic Crofton Beam Engines and takes you along a peaceful stretch of the canal to Pewsey Wharf, just north of Pewsey village, which we suggest you explore in the afternoon.
Day 4 Kennet & Avon Canal Itinerary - Detailed Information
Morning
Walk the Kennet & Avon Canal from Crofton (Sam Farmer Lock 58) to Pewsey Wharf (Bridge 114).
Approximately 2.5 hours
7.3 miles / 11.75 kms
You can stop for lunch at The Waterfront Bar & Bistro at Pewsey Wharf or walk from Pewsey Wharf down into the village of Pewsey where you will find:
Pewsey Vale Community Crafts & Tea Rooms
Takeaway sandwiches, rolls, pasties and other delicious fare from Marshalls Bakery, home of the lardy cake!
Approximately 15 minutes walking into Pewsey village
1.5 hours for lunch
.75 mile / 1.2 kms
Afternoon
In Pewsey village, visit the Pewsey Heritage Centre to see displays of rural history and local stories. Allow 30 to 60 minutes.
Approximately 1 hour
Take a detour on to the Milkhouse Water, Martinsell and Giant's Grave circular walk
Approximately 3.5 hours
6.5 miles / 10.5 kms
Or have a look at other walks that start in the centre of Pewsey.