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Hemel Hempstead Lock – Lady Capel's Bridge loop from Watford Junction

Hemel Hempstead Lock – Lady Capel's Bridge loop from Watford Junction

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Hemel Hempstead Lock – Lady Capel's Bridge loop from Watford Junction

01:35

25.3km

90m

Gravel riding

Easy gravel 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: March 23, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 0 m for 232 m

After 3.97 km for 69 m

After 4.68 km for 74 m

After 25.1 km for 232 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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11.2 km

Hemel Hempstead Lock

Highlight • Bridge

The bridge over canal is narrow and very steep, and one side its uneven. Would suggest to dismount and walk your bike across

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11.2 km

Apsley Top Lock

Highlight • Bridge

A pretty spot to admire the Grand Union Canal. The bride at the lock is narrow though safe to ride over, but the tow paths either side are narrow and uneven, so ride slowly or walk.

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12.0 km

Apsley Pedestrian Bridge

Highlight • Cycleway

Steep and narrow. You'll need a granny gear for this.

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15.4 km

Wooden Bridge Over Grand Union Canal

Highlight • Bridge

Be wary of people walking as it is a thin path

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18.7 km

Lady Capel's Bridge

Highlight • River

At the point the Grand union is a good ride; wide enough and smooth enough for quick progress. Further north however...:-S

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18.7 km

Bridge 163 over the River Gade

Highlight • River

This bridges the River Gade

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19.8 km

Grove Mill

Highlight • Monument

This charming historic mill along the Grand Union Canal has been beautifully transformed into residential apartments. Its picturesque setting beside the canal creates a scenic backdrop.

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20.8 km

Cassiobury Park Bridge No. 157

Highlight • Bridge

Crossing point between Whipendall Woods / Whippy Trails and Cassiobury Park

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25.3 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

9.16 km

6.28 km

4.00 km

3.10 km

2.11 km

637 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

9.65 km

8.77 km

3.74 km

1.71 km

1.42 km

Elevation

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Weather

Sunday 17 May

14°C

6°C

75 %

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Hemel Hempstead Lock – Lady Capel's Bridge loop from Watford Junction

Hemel Hempstead Lock

Apsley Top Lock

Apsley Pedestrian Bridge

Wooden Bridge Over Grand Union Canal

Lady Capel's Bridge

Bridge 163 over the River Gade

Grove Mill

Cassiobury Park Bridge No. 157

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