Slimbridge Lane – The Black Shed, Patch Bridge loop from Berkeley

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Slimbridge Lane – The Black Shed, Patch Bridge loop from Berkeley

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Slimbridge Lane – The Black Shed, Patch Bridge loop from Berkeley

01:08

19.2km

80m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 14, 2026

Tips

Includes a movable bridge

Check opening times.

After 9.50 km for 31 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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3.69 km

Slimbridge Lane

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

A very gently undulating, quiet lane that is part of NCN41. Can get a little mucky in winter, but the surface is on the whole very good.

Tip by

7.79 km

Lightenbrook Lane

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

A good shortcut if heading to or from Gossington towards the canal.

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9.49 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!)

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9.52 km

Gloucester and Sharpness Canal: Slimbridge to Frampton-on-Severn

Highlight • River

Easily manageable on a rugged bike in winter and just about any bike when it's dry.

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9.60 km

Campsite by the Gloucester and Sharpness Canal

Highlight • Rest Area

Nice campsite with local pub that serves good food.

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19.2 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

18.9 km

238 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

12.3 km

6.84 km

< 100 m

Elevation

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Weather

Sunday 11 October

19°C

12°C

60 %

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Max wind speed: 19.0 km/h

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Slimbridge Lane – The Black Shed, Patch Bridge loop from Berkeley

Slimbridge Lane

Lightenbrook Lane

The Black Shed, Patch Bridge

Gloucester and Sharpness Canal: Slimbridge to Frampton-on-Severn

Campsite by the Gloucester and Sharpness Canal

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