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Slimbridge

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

Routes
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United Kingdom
England
South West England
Gloucestershire
Stroud
Slimbridge

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

Moderate

37

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: May 7, 2026

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Includes movable bridges

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After 2.31 km for 28 m

After 3.56 km for 26 m

Waypoints

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Start point

Bus stop

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1

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

2.30 km

Lovely Coffee and Cakes to recharge those tired legs for the return journey.

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3

2.33 km

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

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4

2.35 km

5

2.41 km

Black Shed Café

Highlight • Cafe

6

3.57 km

Cambridge Arm Swing Bridge

Highlight • Structure

Nice and relaxing water walk.

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7

3.63 km

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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8

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

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.09 km

1.14 km

324 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

2.89 km

2.52 km

1.03 km

104 m

< 100 m

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Wednesday 20 May

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