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Oxford Canal at Lower Heyford – Pigeon Lock loop from Upper Heyford

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Oxford Canal at Lower Heyford – Pigeon Lock loop from Upper Heyford

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Oxford Canal at Lower Heyford – Pigeon Lock loop from Upper Heyford

01:52

21.2km

110m

Cycling

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: July 27, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 11.6 km for 225 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

1

3.83 km

Oxford Canal at Lower Heyford

Highlight • River

A lovely, peaceful stretch of the Oxford Canal running parallel with the River Cherwell.

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2

3.85 km

Heyford Train Station

Highlight • Parking

Free parking is provided at Heyford Train Station for rail users only. However there are several, marked parking bays outside the boundary fence on what I took to be a …

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3

10.2 km

Pigeon Lock

Highlight • River

A fine lock and a great place to sit and watch the boats go by. The shared walking and biking path next to the lock is smooth hardpack gravel so suitable on any bike type.

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4

10.4 km

Wild Swimming Spot on the River Cherwell

Highlight • River

A good spot for a bit of wild swimming. This section of the River Cherwell, just off the canal, is very calm and private. Great to cool off on those …

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5

10.7 km

Gravel Path Through Fields

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

6

12.0 km

Tackley Village

Highlight • Rest Area

A splendid village not far from both the Oxfordshire Way and the Oxford Canal, Tackley is a good base for exploring the Oxfordshire countryside. Its train station can connect you …

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7

19.0 km

Aves Ditch

Highlight • Historical Site

Ancient road and territorial boundary.

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8

20.5 km

Baton

Highlight • Cafe

Drinks and food next to village green

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B

21.2 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

12.7 km

4.73 km

1.34 km

1.14 km

1.13 km

163 m

Surfaces

16.2 km

3.05 km

1.82 km

166 m

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Highest point (120 m)

Lowest point (70 m)

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