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Saul Junction – The Black Shed, Patch Bridge loop from Gloucester

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South West England

Gloucestershire

Saul Junction – The Black Shed, Patch Bridge loop from Gloucester

Hard

31

runners

Saul Junction – The Black Shed, Patch Bridge loop from Gloucester

04:29

41.9km

70m

Running

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 19, 2026

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After 345 m for 109 m

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After 41.5 km for 109 m

Customers only

Waypoints

A

Start point

Train Station

1.76 km

Main Basin

Lake

2.88 km

Monk Meadow

Lake

3

3.63 km

Canal Side

Highlight • Cycleway

4

6.91 km

Great Run

Highlight • Trail

5

7.75 km

View from the Towpath of the Gloucester and Sharpness Canal

Highlight • Viewpoint

At the next bridge heading away from Gloucester I would suggest following the road. The tow path is really only designed for MTB's and walkers. Although I managed it on a road bike, it was bone dry and the grass was short.

Tip by

6

14.8 km

Saul Junction

Highlight • Bridge

Surrounded by the Cotswolds countryside, Saul Junction is an idyllic place where the Gloucester & Sharpness Canal meets the Stroudwater Canal. Here, you can enjoy a rest and watch ships and boats from around the world navigate the waters. You can also a enjoy a pint at the local pub.

Tip by

7

14.8 km

Saul Junction

Highlight • Bridge

Surrounded by pretty countryside, Saul Junction is an idyllic place where the Gloucester & Sharpness Canal meets the Stroudwater Canal. Here, you can enjoy a rest and watch ships and boats from around the world navigate the waters. You can also a enjoy a pint at the local pub.

Tip by

8

21.1 km

Campsite by the Gloucester and Sharpness Canal

Highlight • Rest Area

Nice campsite with local pub that serves good food.

Tip by

9

21.2 km

The Black Shed, Patch Bridge

Highlight • Pub

The section of towpath between here and Frampton-on-Severn is OK for more robust road bike (don't be taking your Pinarello on there!)

Tip by

10

37.9 km

Gloucester Towpath: Sainsbury's to Hempsted Lane Bridge

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

B

41.9 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

33.2 km

6.27 km

1.29 km

740 m

265 m

100 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

19.9 km

9.25 km

5.52 km

3.83 km

1.69 km

1.67 km

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