The Black Shed, Patch Bridge – Gloucester and Sharpness Canal loop from Slimbridge

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The Black Shed, Patch Bridge – Gloucester and Sharpness Canal loop from Slimbridge

Moderate

runners

The Black Shed, Patch Bridge – Gloucester and Sharpness Canal loop from Slimbridge

00:41

6.57km

10m

Running

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 18, 2026

Tips

Includes movable bridges

Check opening times.

After 2.31 km for 28 m

After 3.56 km for 26 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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658 m

St. John the Evangelist Church, Slimbridge

Highlight • Religious Site

An incredibly impressive church for such a small village!

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2.30 km

The Black Shed, Patch Bridge

Highlight • Pub

The section of towpath between here and Frampton-on-Severn is OK for more robust road bike (don't be taking your Pinarello on there!)

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2.33 km

Gloucester and Sharpness Canal: Slimbridge to Frampton-on-Severn

Highlight • River

Easily manageable on a rugged bike in winter and just about any bike when it's dry.

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2.35 km

Wooden Bird Sculpture on the Riverbank

Highlight • Viewpoint

2.41 km

Black Shed Café

Highlight • Cafe

3.57 km

Cambridge Arm Swing Bridge

Highlight • Structure

Nice and relaxing water walk.

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3.63 km

Gloucester and Sharpness Canal

Highlight • Trail

Either cross the bridge and head up Ryall's Lane to Cambridge or Longaston Lane to Slimbridge if turning off the canal towpath. If you're heading down the towpath be aware …

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4.53 km

Longaston Lane

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

A good and very quiet lane that links Slimbridge and Cambridge. It means you can avoid what is probably the worst part of the A38 in this area or you …

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6.57 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.87 km

1.29 km

386 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

2.90 km