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Pigeon Lock – Gravel Path Through Fields loop from Tackley

Pigeon Lock – Gravel Path Through Fields loop from Tackley

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Pigeon Lock – Gravel Path Through Fields loop from Tackley

02:09

33.0km

260m

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: June 21, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment that goes up or down a series of steps

You may need to carry your bike.

After 33 m for 33 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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18.3 km

Forest Path

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enjoy

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18.7 km

Somerton Level Crossing

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Better when dry

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21.9 km

Heyford Bridleway

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The old bridle way which was extremely overgrown has now been completely re-done the full length right from Heyford to village farm

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28.0 km

Aves Ditch

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Wide grass track right down to road

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31.6 km

Pigeon Lock

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A fine lock and a great place to sit and watch the boats go by. The shared walking and biking path next to the lock is smooth hardpack gravel so suitable on any bike type.

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31.8 km

Wild Swimming Spot on the River Cherwell

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A good spot for a bit of wild swimming. This section of the River Cherwell, just off the canal, is very calm and private. Great to cool off on those …

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32.1 km

Gravel Path Through Fields

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

33.0 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

13.1 km

8.22 km

4.46 km

4.39 km

1.99 km

868 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

11.6 km

9.12 km

8.66 km

3.65 km

Elevation

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Highest point (140 m)

Lowest point (70 m)

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Thursday 9 July

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Pigeon Lock – Gravel Path Through Fields loop from Tackley

Forest Path

Somerton Level Crossing

Heyford Bridleway

Aves Ditch

Pigeon Lock

Wild Swimming Spot on the River Cherwell

Gravel Path Through Fields

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