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Cambridge Arm Swing Bridge – Gloucester and Sharpness Canal loop from Slimbridge

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Cambridge Arm Swing Bridge – Gloucester and Sharpness Canal loop from Slimbridge

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Cambridge Arm Swing Bridge – Gloucester and Sharpness Canal loop from Slimbridge

01:05

10.5km

30m

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: April 16, 2026

Tips

Includes a movable bridge

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After 2.07 km for 35 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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198 m

River Cam Footpath and Snowdrop Woods

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Following the River Cam from (or to) The George in Cambridge passing a caravan park. There is a charming wooded area with some picnic benches.

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2.09 km

Cambridge Arm Swing Bridge

Highlight • Structure

Nice and relaxing water walk.

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2.15 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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3.05 km

Longaston Lane

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A good and very quiet lane that links Slimbridge and Cambridge. It means you can avoid what is probably the worst part of the A38 in this area or you …

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4.39 km

Lightenbrook Lane

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A good shortcut if heading to or from Gossington towards the canal.

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9.06 km

St. John the Evangelist Church, Slimbridge

Highlight • Religious Site

An incredibly impressive church for such a small village!

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10.5 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

7.32 km

1.83 km

947 m

217 m

140 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

4.93 km

3.34 km

1.95 km

140 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Weather

Friday 10 July

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Cambridge Arm Swing Bridge – Gloucester and Sharpness Canal loop from Slimbridge

River Cam Footpath and Snowdrop Woods

Cambridge Arm Swing Bridge

Gloucester and Sharpness Canal

Longaston Lane

Lightenbrook Lane

St. John the Evangelist Church, Slimbridge

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