Splatt Bridge – Cambridge Arm Swing Bridge loop from Slimbridge

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Splatt Bridge – Cambridge Arm Swing Bridge loop from Slimbridge

Moderate

runners

Splatt Bridge – Cambridge Arm Swing Bridge loop from Slimbridge

00:50

8.10km

10m

Running

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 17, 2026

Tips

Includes movable bridges

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After 4.17 km for 26 m

After 6.07 km for 26 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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993 m

Footpath Along the River Cam, Cambridge to Frampton-on-Severn

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Ignore any other way Komoot tries to send you... this is the line of the footpath. Can get a bit boggy when wet... almost marshy!

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4.07 km

Beau's Bakehouse

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Beau's Buttery Shortbread is highly recommended!

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4.16 km

Splatt Bridge

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Lovely spot. The canal path to Ryall's Lane is manageable on any bike in the summer, but a bit slippery for road bikes in the winter or after significant rainfall.

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4.18 km

Church End Bridge, Sharpness to Gloucester Canal

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The bridge over the Sharpness to Gloucester canal at Church End that leads to or from a good section of the canal towpath.

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4.21 km

Gloucester and Sharpness Canal Towpath

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This section of the towpath is in good condition compared to many other parts. It is compacted gravel that can't be any worse than the Colle della Finestre... and a …

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6.08 km

Cambridge Arm Swing Bridge

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Nice and relaxing water walk.

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6.14 km

Gloucester and Sharpness Canal

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Either cross the bridge and head up Ryall's Lane to Cambridge or Longaston Lane to Slimbridge if turning off the canal towpath. If you're heading down the towpath be aware …

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8.10 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.40 km

2.57 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

2.22 km

2.12 km