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South West England

The Two Tunnels Greenway – Compton Dando Village loop from Freshford

Bike touring routes & trails

South West England

The Two Tunnels Greenway – Compton Dando Village loop from Freshford

Hard

6

riders

The Two Tunnels Greenway – Compton Dando Village loop from Freshford

03:38

55.8km

650m

Cycling

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

Last updated: May 12, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 48.7 km for 151 m

After 52.1 km for 86 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Train Station

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1

6.66 km

The Two Tunnels Greenway

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

A fine shortcut runs through two (former railroad) tunnels. Lights front and rear are a good thing to have.

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2

11.9 km

The Locksbrook Inn

Highlight • Pub

This a very popular pub with cyclists, having a large patio with lots of seating adjacent to the towpath (leads to the Bristol / Bath cycleway). An excellent pint of Butcombe Bitter and decent food.

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3

12.7 km

Old Train Line

Highlight • Cycleway

4

17.1 km

Saltford Wild Swimming Spot on the River Avon

Highlight • Viewpoint

Large open meadows next to a stretch of river perfect for a wild swim. Stay on the cycle path past the 'saltford' sign (if coming from Bristol) and take the …

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5

23.9 km

Compton Dando Village

Highlight • Pub

The pretty village of Compton Dando is nestled in the Chew Valley. It has many listed buildings and a long history, including a mention in the 1086 Domesday Book. Part …

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6

26.6 km

Hunstrete Climb

Highlight • Climb

A generally gradual stepped climb from Woolard with a long consistent kicker at the end. Makes a wonderful descent.

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30.6 km

Fry's Bottom Wood

Forest

8

32.9 km

View of Clutton

Highlight • Viewpoint

Lovely place to stop by the gate.

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48.7 km

Midford Millennium Wood

Forest

10

50.1 km

View of Midford Castle

Highlight • Historical Site

A great view of Midford Castle. Once the home of Nicholas Cage 🏰

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B

55.8 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

39.1 km

11.5 km

2.25 km

1.89 km

933 m

191 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

30.1 km

25.3 km

261 m

225 m

< 100 m

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Elevation

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Highest point (170 m)

Lowest point (10 m)

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Saturday 11 July

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15°C

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