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Bridge 163 over the River Gade – Apsley Top Lock loop from Watford

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Bridge 163 over the River Gade – Apsley Top Lock loop from Watford

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4.6

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Bridge 163 over the River Gade – Apsley Top Lock loop from Watford

01:44

23.4km

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: May 27, 2026

Tips

Includes movable bridges

Check opening times.

After 11.4 km for 9 m

After 12.8 km for 9 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

Get Directions

2.50 km

Cassiobury Park Bridge No. 157

Highlight • Bridge

Crossing point between Whipendall Woods / Whippy Trails and Cassiobury Park

Tip by

3.45 km

Cassiobury Park Locks 75 and 76

Highlight • River

3.53 km

Grove Mill

Highlight • Monument

This charming historic mill along the Grand Union Canal has been beautifully transformed into residential apartments. Its picturesque setting beside the canal creates a scenic backdrop.

Tip by

3.60 km

View of The Grove

Highlight • Viewpoint

4.61 km

Bridge 163 over the River Gade

Highlight • River

This bridges the River Gade

Tip by

11.4 km

Apsley Marina Drawbridge

Highlight • Structure

Beware of the lip on either side of the bridge.

Tip by

12.1 km

Apsley Top Lock

Highlight • Bridge

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.

Tip by

19.4 km

Lady Capel's Lock No. 74

Highlight • River

23.4 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

8.81 km

7.59 km

3.09 km

2.43 km

961 m

478 m

Surfaces

10.1 km

7.52 km

2.68 km

1.71 km

1.36 km

Elevation

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Weather

Thursday 25 June

35°C

22°C

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Bridge 163 over the River Gade – Apsley Top Lock loop from Watford

Cassiobury Park Bridge No. 157

Cassiobury Park Locks 75 and 76

Grove Mill

View of The Grove

Bridge 163 over the River Gade

Apsley Marina Drawbridge

Apsley Top Lock

Lady Capel's Lock No. 74

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