Berkeley Castle – Lower Purton Swing Bridge loop from Thornbury

Berkeley Castle – Lower Purton Swing Bridge loop from Thornbury

Moderate

4.8

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175

riders

Berkeley Castle – Lower Purton Swing Bridge loop from Thornbury

02:18

48.3km

250m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 13, 2026

Tips

Includes a movable bridge

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After 19.4 km for 12 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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5.11 km

Rockhampton Cricket Club Pavilion

Highlight • Rest Area

Nice spot to stop for a break. Quintessentially English.

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11.9 km

Berkeley Castle

Highlight • Historical Site

Berkeley Castle is located very closely to Dr. Jenner's Museum and St. Mary the Virgin Church in Berkeley. Very lovely place to visit with an adult ticket at the cost of £16 per person.

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12.1 km

Riverside Spot by the Stone Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

Lovely little riverside spot just off the road and by the trail that runs down the river. Great for a little dip on a hot day.

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12.4 km

Berkeley Castle

Highlight • Historical Site

Dating back to the 11th century Berkeley Castle has belonged to the Berkeley family for over eight centuries. The castle has witness turbulent history – believed to be the murder …

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19.4 km

Lower Purton Swing Bridge

Highlight • Historical Site

This bridge is located along the Gloucester and Sharpness Canal and connects the Purton area to the wider canal system. It is a swing bridge with a control room operated …

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25.3 km

Berkeley Tea Rooms

Highlight • Cafe

Cute courtyard cafe with outside space and welcomes cyclists

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41.9 km

Oldbury-on-Severn Community Shop & Visitor Centre

Highlight • Cafe

A community run village shop selling local produce and serving tea, coffee and cakes.
Monday 9-12.30
Tuesday 9-12.30
Wednesday 9-12.30
Thursday 9-1.30
Friday 9-1.30
Saturday 9-2
Sunday 9-12.30

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