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Yorkshire And The Humber

Canal Towpath – Apperley Bridge Marina loop from Shipley

Mountain biking trails

Yorkshire And The Humber

Canal Towpath – Apperley Bridge Marina loop from Shipley

Moderate

5.0

(1)

11

riders

Canal Towpath – Apperley Bridge Marina loop from Shipley

01:41

25.2km

240m

Mountain biking

Moderate mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Advanced riding skills necessary. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 10, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 13.3 km for 229 m

After 24.8 km for 56 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Train Station

Get Directions

1

625 m

Colorful Mile Marker on the Leeds and Liverpool Canal

Highlight • Cycleway

It is great looking for these along the canal

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2

1.74 km

Canal Towpath

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Really wide and quiet section. Be aware this is near a sewage farm and the smell is fairly unpleasant 🤮🤢💩

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3

7.13 km

Apperley Bridge Marina

Highlight • River

This marina is situated on the edge of Bradford near the village of Apperley Bridge. It serves as a hub for many boaters and is surrounded by wonderful views of the canal and lush countryside.

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4

7.68 km

Apperley Bridge and Canal Marina

Highlight • Settlement

Named for the old bridge across the River Aire, Apperley Bridge is a village on the city boundaries of Leeds and Bradford. The canal marina is a vibrant spot, whilst …

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9.70 km

Round Wood

Forest

6

17.2 km

Calverley Cutting

Highlight (Segment) • Gorge

Steep and rough descent with dramatic rock faces either side. Look out for the owl rock carving on your left as you descend.

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7

20.3 km

Ainsbury Avenue

Highlight • Climb

Finish with an uphill challenge!

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8

20.9 km

Locks on the Leeds and Liverpool Canal

Highlight • River

Some fun rideable steps and drop-offs next to the canal locks.

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9

22.2 km

Tin Bridge Over the River Aire

Highlight • Bridge

Can be slippy when wet!

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B

25.2 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

10.8 km

6.54 km

3.53 km

1.61 km

1.32 km

1.30 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

10.1 km

8.62 km

3.25 km

2.73 km

250 m

248 m

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Elevation

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Highest point (180 m)

Lowest point (50 m)

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Saturday 4 July

18°C

14°C

36 %

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Max wind speed: 21.0 km/h

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