Gloucester and Sharpness Canal

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 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 Upon 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 - view and print off detailed OS map

Gloucester and Sharpness Canal Open Street Map - view and print off detailed map

Gloucester and Sharpness Canal Open Street Map - Mobile GPS Map with Location tracking

Explore the Area with Google Street View

Severn Way, Slimbridge Wetland Centre

GPX File

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Memory Map Route

Gloucester and Sharpness Canal.mmo (right click - 'Save As')