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Theale Lake – Garston Lock loop from Theale

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Theale Lake – Garston Lock loop from Theale

Easy

3.7

(3)

riders

Theale Lake – Garston Lock loop from Theale

01:25

22.1km

70m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: February 12, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 10.2 km for 241 m

After 15.6 km for 75 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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8.71 km

St Giles's Mill Stream

Lake

15.7 km

Southcote Lock Footbridge

Highlight • Bridge

narrow bridge, have to carry bike over bridge

Tip by

16.9 km

View of Burghfield Island Boat Club

Highlight • Viewpoint

18.6 km

Theale Lake

Highlight • Lake

Wakeboarding and water skiing club at the lake's edge.

Tip by

19.8 km

This is a picturesque lock situated along the Kennett and Avon Canal on the western outskirts of Reading. On the other side of the lock is one of the Hosehill Lakes so you're granted great views in all directions.

Tip by

22.1 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

12.0 km

5.09 km

1.93 km

1.85 km

913 m

321 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

15.2 km

3.22 km

2.11 km

912 m

344 m

267 m

Elevation

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Weather

Thursday 7 May

17°C

6°C

14 %

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Theale Lake – Garston Lock loop from Theale

Southcote Lock Footbridge

View of Burghfield Island Boat Club

Theale Lake

Cunning Man Route

View of the Lake

Garston Lock

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