Gloucester and Sharpness Canal
Description
Enjoy cycling and walking along the towpath of this lovely canal in Gloucestershire. The whole of the route is suitable for walkers while cyclists can enjoy several sections as well.
National Cycle Route 41
of the National Cycle Network runs along the canal from Gloucester Docks to the outskirts of the city. There's also another section from
Frampton on Severn
to Shepherd's Patch.
The canal runs from
Gloucester
Docks to Sharpness with wonderful views of the Severn Estuary, the Forest of Dean and the Cotswolds. Route highlights include Gloucester Docks with its variety of shops, leisure facilities, marina and fascinating Gloucester Waterways Museum. You will also pass the wonderful
Slimbridge Wetland Centre
where you can see thousands of migrant birds. The route finishes at the dock of Sharpness Port which was opened in 1874.
The canal links nicely with the River Severn in several places so you have the option of picking up the
Severn Way
and continuing your walk.
Gloucester and Sharpness Canal Ordnance Survey Map
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Gloucester and Sharpness Canal Aerial Photo View Map
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Distance
16 miles (26 km)
Difficulty
*
Joining Routes
Gloucester
,
Severn Way
,
Slimbridge Wetland Centre
Memory Map Route
Gloucester and Sharpness Canal.mmo
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GPX File
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Route Photos
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Map (Route in Red)
Aerial Photo View of this route
Video
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