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: November 3, 2025

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Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

You'll need to dismount and push your bike.

After 7.35 km for 149 m

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Bus stop

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11.7 km

The Eight Lock Pub, Grand Union Canal

Highlight • Pub

This route offers a great way to enjoy the delights of the canal system.
The Grand Union Canal links Bletchley to the ancient market town of Leighton Buzzard.

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12.2 km

Three Locks

Highlight • Structure

Very handy for the 3 Locks pub too

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14.7 km

Grand Union Canal: Old Linslade to Globe Bridge

Highlight (Segment) • Bridge

This segment of the canal is quite rural in character despite being close to Linslade/Leighton Buzzard. You will often see Heron's waiting patiently and if you approach quietly you stand a good chance of getting close.

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16.2 km

Globe Inn to Twelve Arches Weir

Highlight (Segment) • Pub

This scenic section with a lock segment is popular with walkers and cyclists heading from Leighton Buzzard Town to the Globe Inn.

Twelve Arches Weir (originally built with 12 arches, …

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18.1 km

Grand Union Canal Towpath

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Often busy with children feeding ducks, walkers enjoying the canalscape or moored boats heading to Tesco Supermarket or the town. If you want a quicker route take Vimy Road or …

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18.7 km

Grand Union Canal and Twelve Arches Weir

Highlight • Cycleway

The Grand Union Canal was once one of the most important waterways in Britain, carrying goods between London and Birmingham. The canal travels 137 miles (220 km) in total, with …

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23.9 km

Soulbury Three Locks on the Grand Union Canal

Highlight • Historical Site

24.1 km

The Three Locks

Highlight • Rest Area

A nice pub near Stoke Hammond and Soulbury that sits next the canal. Great food and very friendly staff. Lots of outside seating available and a bike rack out the …

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25.8 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

14.1 km

4.87 km

3.05 km

2.48 km

1.29 km

Surfaces

16.8 km

7.20 km

1.55 km

216 m

Elevation

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