Foulridge Wharf and Café – Greenberfield Locks loop from Nelson

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Foulridge Wharf and Café – Greenberfield Locks loop from Nelson

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Foulridge Wharf and Café – Greenberfield Locks loop from Nelson

01:58

32.0km

200m

Cycling

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

Last updated: August 23, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 1.00 km for 62 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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the only place in time!

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Foulridge Wharf and Café

Highlight • Cafe

Just before you get back onto the canal, there is a free water pump next to the cafe and toilets, ideal for refilling water bottles. It's very old fashioned and has to be opened to get the tap out!

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10.6 km

Cafe Cargo

Highlight • Cafe

Food and drink is good but be prepared to pay for it!

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The Brew Barge

Highlight • Cafe

Floating cafe near to Foulridge. Fantastic homemade cake & a decent brew.

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Barlick Castle

Ruins

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Canal Towpath Steps

Highlight • Cycleway

Great chance to try out your tekkerz on the way down to the canal tow path

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Canal Path Cobbles

Highlight • Cycleway

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Greenberfield Locks

Highlight • Trail

Originally a three-rise lock, Greenberfield Locks were adapted to three separate single locks in 1820. Above the second lock, you'll spot an old limekiln. Lime used to be carried between …

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