Introduction
This stretch of the Grand Union Canal Towpath is the canalside walk along the Paddington Arm of the Grand Union Canal, which was constructed in 1800 in order to extend the Grand Junction Canal to central London. It has been planted with shrubs and wild flowers to enhance the ecology of the area.
- Visitor Access, Directions & Contacts
Access contact details
Opening is unrestricted.
Directions
Tube: Westbourne Park (Metropolitan). London Overground/Tube (Bakerloo): Kensal Green.
Owners
Canal & River Trust, leased to RB Kensington & Chelsea
- Features & Designations
Designations
Site of Nature Conservation Importance
- Key Information
Type
Park
Purpose
Public Park
Principal Building
Parks, Gardens And Urban Spaces
Survival
Extant
Open to the public
Yes
- References
Contributors
London Parks and Gardens Trust