Saul Junction – Gloucester Cathedral loop from Churchdown

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Saul Junction – Gloucester Cathedral loop from Churchdown

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Saul Junction – Gloucester Cathedral loop from Churchdown

03:03

49.6km

210m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: October 27, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 16.9 km for 75 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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16.9 km

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

29.8 km

View of the River Severn

Highlight • Viewpoint

A scenic stretch of the ride alongside the River Severn. A great place to spot vast flocks of birds over the water.

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34.6 km

Hardwicke Farm Covert

Forest

41.3 km

Monk Meadow

Lake

41.8 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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42.0 km

Llanthony Bridge

Highlight • Viewpoint

Bridge over the Gloucester and Sharpness Canal just before it enters the main basin of Gloucester Docks.

Tip by

42.5 km

Booth Steam Crane, Gloucester Docks

Highlight • Structure

A nice piece of engineering history.

Tip by

42.6 km

Welcome Sign to the City of Gloucester

Highlight • Structure

43.1 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

49.6 km

End point

Bus stop

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