The Black Shed, Patch Bridge – Saul Junction loop from Purton

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The Black Shed, Patch Bridge – Saul Junction loop from Purton

Easy

5.0

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The Black Shed, Patch Bridge – Saul Junction loop from Purton

01:36

21.0km

10m

Mountain biking

Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. 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 261 m for 31 m

After 4.16 km for 28 m

After 4.32 km for 28 m

After 10.1 km for 29 m

After 20.7 km for 31 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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4.25 km

Campsite by the Gloucester and Sharpness Canal

Highlight • Rest Area

Nice campsite with local pub that serves good food.

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4.30 km

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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7.46 km

Frampton Section of Gloucester and Sharpness Canal Towpath

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Another section where Komoot says cycling is not permitted, though judging by the notices at the bridges asking cyclists to be courteous to walkers, I would suggest that it is …

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10.2 km

Canal Road Bridge, Saul Junction

Highlight • River

A beautiful spot and a great way to access the lanes around Saul, Fretherne, Epney, Longney and Elmore.

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10.2 km

Stables Cafe, Saul Junction

Highlight • Cafe

Awesome little wooden cabin cafe - with an outside shack for coffee, snacks & ice cream 🍨- plus a main cafe which does full sit down meals. Great for brunch!

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10.6 km

Saul Junction

Highlight • Bridge

Surrounded by the Cotswolds countryside, Saul Junction is an idyllic place where the Gloucester & Sharpness Canal meets the Stroudwater Canal. Here, you can enjoy a rest and watch ships …

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10.6 km

Saul Junction

Highlight • Bridge

Surrounded by pretty countryside, Saul Junction is an idyllic place where the Gloucester & Sharpness Canal meets the Stroudwater Canal. Here, you can enjoy a rest and watch ships and …

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13.8 km