- On trail 10.6 mi 17.1 km
- Walking time 4–5 h
- Ascent 30 m 100 ft
- Descent 20 m 50 ft
- Difficulty Easy
Towpath and riverbank on the flattest day of the walk.
Section 8: Buttington to Llanymynech map
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Cross-check: National Trails route description . Opened 30 October 2026. The distance at the top of this page is measured between these ends. The route page's miles stay in the answers below.
The walk
Almost level from end to end, this is the flattest section of the trail. The path follows the Montgomeryshire Canal and the River Severn, with the Breidden Hills and Rodney's Pillar standing above the valley. It ends in Llanymynech, a village whose main street is the border, beside the Hoffman Kiln heritage area.
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Start of section
Buttington
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Montgomeryshire Canal
Towpath walking for much of the day, beside the canal and the Severn.
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Rodney's Pillar
A monument on the Breidden Hills, in view above the valley for most of the section.
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Border village
Llanymynech
The main street is the border. The Hoffman Kiln heritage area is the best preserved of its kind.
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End of section
Llanymynech
Section 8: Buttington to Llanymynech overview
The ground
- Towpath
- Riverside
- Flat
Flat towpath and riverside, easy on the legs. The flattest section on the trail. A rest for the legs between the hills on either side.
Stops
Refreshments
- Llanymynech
Toilets
- The route page does not name a public toilet on this section
Before you go
Opposite direction
Llanymynech to Buttington
Walked south, this is an easy day after the limestone hills, ending at the Severn. Watch for the waymarks where the path leaves the canal.
End of section
Buttington
Buttington to Llanymynech FAQ
How long is Buttington to Llanymynech?
The route page lists 10.5 miles (17 km). The distance at the top of this page is measured between these ends.
Does it flood?
Parts can, in very wet periods. The trail body advises checking the Environment Agency's flood warnings first.
Can I download a GPX for Buttington to Llanymynech?
Yes. Use the GPX button at the top of this page. It is this section's line, for Garmin, Komoot, or your phone. Open the planner if you want a file built around your overnight stops.
Walk this as a day
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