The Black Shed, Patch Bridge – Lower Purton Swing Bridge loop from Slimbridge

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The Black Shed, Patch Bridge – Lower Purton Swing Bridge loop from Slimbridge

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The Black Shed, Patch Bridge – Lower Purton Swing Bridge loop from Slimbridge

01:08

13.1km

20m

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: September 2, 2026

Tips

Includes movable bridges

Check opening times.

After 76 m for 28 m

After 3.97 km for 31 m

After 4.20 km for 24 m

After 8.81 km for 24 m

After 9.04 km for 31 m

After 12.9 km for 28 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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61 m

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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91 m

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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4.35 km

Miniature Village and Well by the Canal Path

Highlight • Monument

The canal path is gorgeous. This is just one of the fun things you can see along the way.

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4.80 km

Purton Ship Graveyard

Highlight • Structure

Purton Ship Graveyard was formed after a river bank collapse in the early 20th century raised concerns about the erosive currents of the River Severn threatening the Gloucester and Sharpness …

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6.07 km

Severn Railway Bridge Remains

Highlight • Monument

Stop to take in the history of this ill fated Bridge.

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7.69 km

Purton Ships Graveyard

Highlight • River

Nothing spectacular. Most ships/boats are in a far-advanced state of decay. An attraction to see when passing through on a walk or bike tour in the area.

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8.83 km

Lower Purton Swing Bridge

Highlight • Historical Site

This bridge is located along the Gloucester and Sharpness Canal and connects the Purton area to the wider canal system. It is a swing bridge with a control room operated …

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