Walk There from Market Drayton
Just outside Market Drayton lies one of Shropshire’s most peaceful hidden gems — Tyrley Wharf Moorings on the Shropshire Union Canal.
And the best part?
You can walk there from Market Drayton town centre.
Whether you’re meeting friends on a narrowboat, enjoying a canalside stroll, or simply seeking a slower pace for the afternoon, Market Drayton makes the perfect starting point.
Start in Town, Then Head to the Water
Before setting off along the towpath, fuel up in Market Drayton.
Enjoy breakfast or coffee at The Hideout or Jones Coffee Shop — ideal for planning your route or catching up before a gentle canal walk.
If you’re heading out for a few hours, pick up a takeaway meal deal from Drayton Deli or call into Greggs to put together a simple packed lunch to enjoy beside the water.
Need an extra layer? Canal paths can be breezy even on brighter days. If you’ve forgotten a jacket or raincoat, Newlife often has affordable options — and every purchase supports charity.
A Gentle Walk to Tyrley Wharf
From Market Drayton, it’s a pleasant countryside walk to Tyrley Wharf along the Shropshire Union Canal. The route offers classic canal scenery — narrowboats, open fields and peaceful stretches of towpath.
For those travelling by car, there are limited parking spaces available at Tyrley Wharf itself, making it accessible for visitors coming from further afield. But starting in Market Drayton allows you to combine town and countryside in one trip.
Market Drayton is also well connected by regular bus services to Shrewsbury and Whitchurch, meaning you can arrive in town by public transport and enjoy a completely car-free day out.
End the Day Back in Market Drayton
After time on the towpath, return to town to round off the visit. Enjoy a late lunch, a relaxed coffee, or unwind in one of Market Drayton’s welcoming pubs.
Tyrley Wharf offers calm water, heritage and narrowboat charm.
Market Drayton offers the welcome, the refreshments and the convenience.
Why drive straight past when you can walk there from here?
Make it Market Drayton.
