Wey & Arun Canal at Downs Link – Parkstreet Lane Bridge loop from Shalford

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Wey & Arun Canal at Downs Link – Parkstreet Lane Bridge loop from Shalford

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Wey & Arun Canal at Downs Link – Parkstreet Lane Bridge loop from Shalford

04:38

56.0km

270m

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: July 18, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 6.74 km for 138 m

After 16.7 km for 113 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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2.49 km

Bramley and Wonersh Disused Railway Station

Highlight • Historical Site

A nicely restored green open space with platforms, signs, level crossing gates and shelters. Well worth pausing a journey on the Downs Link to explore!

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4.42 km

Wey & Arun Canal at Downs Link

Highlight • Structure

An interesting section of the Downs Link that runs alongside the old Wey & Arun canal. This part has water in it but much of it doesn’t - anyone in need of a canal restoration project?

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6.81 km

Run Common

Forest

16.7 km

Broomhall Copse

Forest

18.3 km

Downs Link: Rudgwick to Slinfold Section

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

Excellent surface, even in the rain. There are steps up to Rudgwick at Rudgwick railway bridge arch.

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25.8 km

Christ's Hospital Disused Railway Station Platforms

Highlight • Monument

The old railway station platforms, on what was the line to Cranleigh, have been made accessible to the public this year. The area has been reinstated and opened up to …

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28.4 km

Bax Castle Pub

Highlight • Pub

Long views over Rape Seed Fields

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30.7 km

Stone Arch Bridge on the Downs Link

Highlight (Segment) • Bridge

Slightly narrow to the western end

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35.7 km

Parkstreet Lane Bridge

Highlight • Cycleway

This section of the Downs Link from Slinfold to the A281 crossing near Rudgewick is now very well surfaced and suitable for all types of bike.

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40.9 km

Baynards Station

Highlight • Historical Site

This old station has been restored and rebuilt into a private home complete with the platforms, waiting rooms and everything. It’s been very well done but unfortunately you can’t access …

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