Staple Hill tunnel is a disused railway tunnel that was originally part of the Midland Railway's Mangotsfield and Bath Branch Line, which connected Bristol and Bath. The tunnel runs for …

Joe | False Summit

July 3, 2019

Cycling

Really good part of the Bristol to Bath Railway line that's totally traffic free. Lights are advised as it's always a bit dark, and it's definitely chilly in the summer!

weissgradnichts

June 6, 2022

Cycling

The tunnel is currently (6/22) in rather poor condition. Please turn your headlights on while riding through the tunnel - safety first!

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Elevation 80 m

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Max wind speed: 14.0 km/h

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Location: South Gloucestershire, South West England, England, United Kingdom

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Staple Hill Tunnel – Avon Valley Railway loop from Oldfield Park

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Staple Hill Tunnel – Avon Valley Railway loop from Stapleton Road

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