Chirk Aqueduct

Great place to stretch you legs. Fun tunnel alongside the canal to wander through, though it's very dark! The views are breathtaking, and there's lots of information about local history about the place.

A fantastic feat of engineering taking the canal across the border between England and Wales and over a river in a deep valley at the same time. For the shortest, but steep, walk to see the aqueduct, park at the information centre/Police station (free) on the B4500 where there is also a coffee shop (Caffi Wylfa.) The geography of the location means you can look down on full grown trees and birds in flight - doesn't sound particularly special, but to be outside, rather than in a tall building, and see this view on the world always captivates me. The views of the surrounding countryside are lovely and it is incongruous that the canal should run across the aqueduct high above the valley floor to disappear into a tunnel. Worth a brief stop off when travelling along the A5 near Chirk or as part of a longer walk by the Llangollen Canal.

A lovely little walk and view at the end. A car would take you most of the way following the canal to the aqueduct, but I think it's mostly for locals to go down. There's a small parking lot that you should park at instead and just take the pleasant 5-10 minute stroll. 20 minutes is really all you need for the walk and to take in the sights.

Stunning architecture and a beautiful setting, if a little awkward to find by car. The walk across is amazing, but not for those afraid of heights...!

Children did enjoy the long and dark tun el at the end of the aqueduct.
Also there is a nic castle nearby so You can combine both of these together.

Fantastic walk along the canal, over a high aqueduct that allows you to see for miles (there is a much higher one if you are brave enough!) the views are spectacular and the canal wall is a great way to end a summers evening. There is also a long tunnel which is fun, as you cannot see anything towards the centre. I would highly recommend a visit.

Nice walk along the Canal, with lovely views over the English and Welsh countryside. Well maintained footpaths with some good pubs along the way.

Lovely place. Gorgeous views and walking through the longest, darkest canal tunnel is a must. Just wish I had more time to stay longer as the canal walk was lovely too.