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The Black Shed, Patch Bridge – Gloucester Cathedral loop from Cam and Dursley

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The Black Shed, Patch Bridge – Gloucester Cathedral loop from Cam and Dursley

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The Black Shed, Patch Bridge – Gloucester Cathedral loop from Cam and Dursley

03:28

49.7km

100m

Mountain biking

Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 3, 2026

Tips

Includes movable bridges

Check opening times.

After 4.96 km for 28 m

After 23.8 km for 24 m

After 26.1 km for 26 m

After 26.6 km for 24 m

After 44.2 km for 26 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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4.90 km

Campsite by the Gloucester and Sharpness Canal

Highlight • Rest Area

Nice campsite with local pub that serves good food.

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4.95 km

The Black Shed, Patch Bridge

Highlight • Pub

Lovely Coffee and Cakes to recharge those tired legs for the return journey.

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8.11 km

Frampton Section of Gloucester and Sharpness Canal Towpath

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Another section where Komoot says cycling is not permitted, though judging by the notices at the bridges asking cyclists to be courteous to walkers, I would suggest that it is permitted... and also judging by the tyre tracks. The towpath in this section is much rougher and muddier than section from here to Slimbridge.

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11.2 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.

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23.1 km

Monk Meadow

Lake

23.6 km

Lightvessel LV14 SULA

Highlight • Monument

LV14 SULA is a nationally registered historic Lightvessel commissioned by the Humber Conservancy Board in 1959. Stationed on the Humber Estuary for 26 years until being decommissioned in 1985, for the past 12 years, SULA has been moored at Gloucester Docks.

Currently being restored by her new owners, SULA's unique Fresnel lens was lit for the first time in 20 years on 5 November 2020.

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24.7 km

The New Inn – Lady Jane Grey Proclamation Site

Highlight • Historical Site

The New Inn built in 1450. Lady Jane Grey was proclaimed Queen here on 10th July 1553. She was executed at the Tower of London on the 12 February 1554.

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25.1 km

Gloucester Cathedral

Highlight • Religious Site

Situated close to the River Severn, Gloucester Cathedral first appears in records in the 11th century. Built as an abbey church, it has a Norman nucleus as well as touches of Gothic architecture. Many important historical figures are buried at the cathedral such as Edward II of England and Robert Curthose, the eldest son of William the Conqueror.

The unique cathedral has also featured in Doctor Who and Sherlock as well as Harry Potter.

You can visit the cathedral and discover its 1,000 years of history from 7.30am - 6pm daily. There is also a cafe and a gift shop. You can find more information, here: gloucestercathedral.org.uk

Tip by

26.2 km

Main Basin

Lake

33.2 km

Saul Junction to The Pilot Inn Canal Path

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Plenty of tyre tracks to suggest cycling is permitted along this stretch. It's a bit rough in places, but fine for a gravel bike or MTB.

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49.7 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

20.6 km

14.3 km

6.41 km

3.57 km

2.98 km

1.47 km

258 m

Surfaces

18.6 km

15.5 km

9.25 km

3.52 km

1.67 km

1.09 km

Elevation

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Weather

Saturday 23 May

28°C

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The Black Shed, Patch Bridge – Gloucester Cathedral loop from Cam and Dursley

Campsite by the Gloucester and Sharpness Canal

The Black Shed, Patch Bridge

Frampton Section of Gloucester and Sharpness Canal Towpath

Saul Junction

Lightvessel LV14 SULA

The New Inn – Lady Jane Grey Proclamation Site

Gloucester Cathedral

Saul Junction to The Pilot Inn Canal Path

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