Edgbaston Reservoir – Edgbaston Reservoir loop from Northfield

Edgbaston Reservoir – Edgbaston Reservoir loop from Northfield

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Edgbaston Reservoir – Edgbaston Reservoir loop from Northfield

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30.8km

230m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Great for any fitness level. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: September 16, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 7.57 km for 60 m

After 8.59 km for 164 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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1.92 km

Popes Lane Climb

Highlight • Climb

Wow what a climb, but going downhill towards Bournville was worth it!

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4.36 km

Attic Brew Co.

Highlight • Restaurant

Perfect stop off point near the main canal route. Awesome craft beer with the occasional pop up food event. Highly recommend.

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14.1 km

Edgbaston Reservoir

Highlight • Trail

Edgbaston reservoir, originally known as rotton Park reservoir and is around 800 meters in length. its primarily use is as a canal feeder for the Birmingham canal. But us also …

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15.6 km

Edgbaston Reservoir

Highlight • Natural

Edgebaston Reservoir, original known as rotton Park Reservoir is around 800meters in length and is primarily a canal feeder Reservoir in Birmingham. Its used for sailing and by joggers and …

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18.3 km

Annatomix - Dusty the Horse

Highlight • Structure

Annatomix artwork by the canal

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18.7 km

Old Turn Junction

Lake

19.8 km

Centenary Square Water Fountain

Highlight • Monument

Forming part of National Cycle Network route 5, this fairly quiet city street allows convenient access between Centenary Square, Brindley Place, the Mailbox and New Street Station. This is a …

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21.6 km

Edgbaston Tunnel

Highlight • Structure

this tunnel is 105 yards long and has recently been widened to accommodate cyclists and pedestrians at the same time.

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22.7 km

Somerset Road Canal Access Steps

Highlight • Cycleway

There is no ramp at this entrance to the canal, just a winding staircase. We had to carry bikes up here due to canal closure and works being done at …

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