Oxford Canal – Charlbury Village loop from Charlbury

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Oxford Canal – Charlbury Village loop from Charlbury

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Oxford Canal – Charlbury Village loop from Charlbury

04:03

64.9km

470m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: September 24, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 28.1 km for 60 m

After 36.2 km for 244 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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21.3 km

Duke's Lock

Highlight • Structure

fantastic ride past the old barges recommend for a days relaxation on the bike , nice and flat .

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26.0 km

Medley Footbridge

Highlight • Bridge

26.6 km

Port Meadow

Highlight • Natural

Port Meadows is a foodplain out of Oxford centre to the north.

Take care in the winter as it gets very wet and slippery, but in parts you'll find some …

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27.7 km

Snakes Island

Nature Reserve

28.3 km

Oxford Canal

Lake

29.6 km

Oxford Canal

Highlight • River

You've got to love the quaint riverside atmosphere with its houseboats, historic bridges, wildlife and lush floodplain meadows.

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51.6 km

Lake in Cornbury Park

Highlight (Segment) • Lake

Beautiful ride through the Corbury park, linking Charlbury and Finstock.

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54.6 km

Charlbury Village

Highlight • Restaurant

Charlbury is a quaint village in the Cotswolds with good train connections. Built from traditional Cotswold stone, the pretty center has many good cafes, restaurants, and pubs. The town regularly …

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56.3 km

Cotswold Camping

Highlight • Rest Area

Cotwolds Camping is a family run business situated in the heart of the Cotswolds with outstanding views and country walks.

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59.1 km

St Nicholas Church, Chadlington

Highlight • Religious Site

St Nicholas Church has been at the centre of village life for almost a thousand years. The quaint church is a peaceful place to stop during a bike tour. You …

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63.0 km

Little Cranehill Copse

Forest

64.9 km

End point

Train Station

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