Kings Langley to Hemel Hempstead

The Kings Langley to Hemel Hemsptead route follows the towpath of the Grand Union canal all the way. It is a tranquil walk with the opportunity to see lots of local wildlife, as well as some local history in the form of an old Ovaltine factory, an ancient paper mill and Boxmoor Common, the site of the execution of highwayman Robert Snook in 1802.

From Bridge 159 on the Grand Union Canal, follow the towpath of the canal all the way to Bridge 149 at Hemel Hempstead railway station.

Getting there

Parking: Parking at King's Langley and Hemel Hempstead railway stations is available and free to rail ticket holders on Saturdays and Sundays.

Public transport: North London Railways provides a fast and frequent service of modern electric trains linking Kings Langley, Apsley and Hemel Hempstead with London (Euston), Watford Junction, Milton Keynes and Northampton. These stations are located close to the canal and trains run every half hour making it easy and convenient to walk one way and return by train, or vice versa. Pick up a free timetable at your local North London Railways station. Cheap Day Returns are valid for one return rail journey on the date shown on the tickets. They are valid for travel after 930am Monday to Friday, and all day Saturday and Sunday. A Network Card gives you one third off normal train fares at off-peak times, and you can take three other adults for the same discounted fare and up to four children for just £1.00 each.