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Hemel Hempstead Lock – Apsley Pedestrian Bridge loop from Harpenden

Hemel Hempstead Lock – Apsley Pedestrian Bridge loop from Harpenden

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Hemel Hempstead Lock – Apsley Pedestrian Bridge loop from Harpenden

02:14

37.8km

300m

Gravel riding

Moderate gravel 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: March 23, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 8.63 km for 108 m

After 12.2 km for 210 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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2.08 km

Roundwood Halt (Disused Station Platform on the Nickey Line)

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Disused train station platform along the Nickey Line

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14.7 km

Gadebridge Park

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Use this if you want to travel in the opposite direction to the one-way, Old High Street.

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17.9 km

Hemel Hempstead Lock

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The bridge over canal is narrow and very steep, and one side its uneven. Would suggest to dismount and walk your bike across

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17.9 km

Apsley Top Lock

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A pretty spot to admire the Grand Union Canal. The bride at the lock is narrow though safe to ride over, but the tow paths either side are narrow and uneven, so ride slowly or walk.

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18.6 km

Apsley Marina

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A lively modern marina with bars and restaurants.

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18.7 km

Apsley Pedestrian Bridge

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Steep and narrow. You'll need a granny gear for this.

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27.0 km

Old Gorhambury House

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Beautiful private estate - free entry but check opening hours in the autumn as occasional Saturdays the estate is closed for shooting.

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29.8 km

Roman Theatre at Verulamium

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The Roman town of Verulamium once occupied the site of the modern-day Verulamium Park to the west of St Albans. One of its most impressive buildings would have been its …

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31.8 km

Ladies Grove Wood

Forest

37.8 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

11.0 km

8.19 km

6.20 km

5.53 km

4.80 km

2.00 km

104 m

Surfaces

19.8 km

6.97 km

5.71 km

3.44 km

1.87 km

Elevation

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Highest point (150 m)

Lowest point (70 m)

Weather

Sunday 17 May

13°C

5°C

74 %

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Max wind speed: 21.0 km/h

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Hemel Hempstead Lock – Apsley Pedestrian Bridge loop from Harpenden

Roundwood Halt (Disused Station Platform on the Nickey Line)

Gadebridge Park

Hemel Hempstead Lock

Apsley Top Lock

Apsley Marina

Apsley Pedestrian Bridge

Old Gorhambury House

Roman Theatre at Verulamium

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