Lock 91, Grand Union Canal – Paddington Arm Towpath loop from Castle Bar Park

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Lock 91, Grand Union Canal – Paddington Arm Towpath loop from Castle Bar Park

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Lock 91, Grand Union Canal – Paddington Arm Towpath loop from Castle Bar Park

02:09

35.4km

80m

Cycling

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

Last updated: November 2, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 10.5 km for 110 m

After 23.8 km for 143 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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4.17 km

Bull's Bridge Junction (Grand Union Canal)

Highlight • River

If you need a short distance long ride... go around a couple times in Hillingdon Cycle Circuit and finish off going through the Grand union canal route.

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9.24 km

Grand Union Canal Paddington Arm at Southall

Highlight • Cycleway

All the mud has gone and so has the ‘bike gate’ and its now a pleasure to ride!

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10.6 km

Hillingdon Trail – Yeading Valley

Highlight • Trail

The entrance to a fine area for gravel and off-road riding (and running). As you cross over the water going towards Yeading, the expansive green space opens up in front …

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12.9 km

Bridge Farm

Forest

17.3 km

Paddington Arm Towpath

Highlight • Cycleway

A peaceful part of the Grand Union Canal that has great views on both sides, especially of Perivale Wood Local Nature Reserve. Enjoy the serenity.

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17.4 km

The Horsenden Loaf

Highlight • Rest Area

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17.5 km

Apple Hub, Horsenden Hill (South Entrance)

Highlight • Natural

18.0 km

Perivale Wood Local Nature Reserve

Nature Reserve

18.7 km

Wooden Bridge on the Grand Union Canal at Paradise Fields

Highlight • River

A lovely and peaceful stretch of the Grand Union Canal next to Paradise Fields. the wooden bridge overhead is an impressive structure for crossing the water, or to shelter underneath. Enjoy the many colourful canal boats and the tranquil water.

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