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Berkeley Castle – Purton Ship Graveyard loop from Olveston

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Berkeley Castle – Purton Ship Graveyard loop from Olveston

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Berkeley Castle – Purton Ship Graveyard loop from Olveston

03:29

56.0km

280m

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: April 19, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 26.7 km for 130 m

After 29.1 km for 71 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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2.92 km

Stonage Brake

Forest

9.54 km

Ham Lane

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

Another great gravel track that works well in combination with the bridleway next to the power station.

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14.7 km

Hill Village Picnic Area

Highlight • Rest Area

A nice spot to sit and contemplate the world.

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21.2 km

Berkeley Castle

Highlight • Historical Site

Dating back to the 11th century Berkeley Castle has belonged to the Berkeley family for over eight centuries. The castle has witness turbulent history – believed to be the murder …

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21.4 km

Courtyard Café

Highlight • Cafe

Just off the high street and through an arch. Seemed to be very popular with other cyclists. Friendly and relaxed.

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26.0 km

Giant Concrete Rubik's Cube Sculpture

Highlight • Monument

A giant concrete Rubik's Cube!

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26.8 km

Sharpness Old Dock

Lake

27.8 km

Severn Railway Bridge Remains

Highlight • Monument

Stop to take in the history of this ill fated Bridge.

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29.1 km

Purton Ship Graveyard

Highlight • Structure

Purton Ship Graveyard was formed after a river bank collapse in the early 20th century raised concerns about the erosive currents of the River Severn threatening the Gloucester and Sharpness …

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41.5 km

Hill Lane

Highlight • Cycleway

Gorgeous and good for getting a bit of speed up

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56.0 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

51.2 km

3.82 km

401 m

383 m

242 m

Surfaces

31.2 km

20.9 km

3.83 km

192 m

Elevation

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Weather

Sunday 5 July

26°C

14°C

0 %

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Berkeley Castle – Purton Ship Graveyard loop from Olveston

Ham Lane

Hill Village Picnic Area

Berkeley Castle

Courtyard Café

Giant Concrete Rubik's Cube Sculpture

Severn Railway Bridge Remains

Purton Ship Graveyard

Hill Lane

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