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Birmingham

Worcester and Birmingham Canal – Kings Norton Junction loop from Bournville

Routes
United Kingdom
England
West Midlands Region
Birmingham

Worcester and Birmingham Canal – Kings Norton Junction loop from Bournville

Moderate

9

riders

Worcester and Birmingham Canal – Kings Norton Junction loop from Bournville

02:16

36.0km

150m

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: April 18, 2026

Tips

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

You may need to carry your bike.

After 20.7 km for 8 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Train Station

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1

1.48 km

Worcester and Birmingham Canal

Highlight • Cycleway

Good towpath and scenic route

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2

2.00 km

Kings Norton Junction

Highlight • Bridge

Opened in 1807 this humpback bridge is a lovely spot to grab a good view of the canal junction. Be careful it can be slippy when wet.

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3

9.09 km

All electric these days

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4

11.8 km

Dickens Heath Canal Waterfront

Highlight • Settlement

Can go across on a nearby bridge. Nice town,

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5

20.5 km

Wedge Bakery

Highlight • Cafe

Mega Cakes here and friendly to cyclists

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6

20.6 km

Wedges is cycling friendly in the fact that it's in the middle of a great cycling location and people go their on their bikes and feel safe to leave them outside.

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7

22.0 km

Section off unpaved canal towpath which is particularly muddy in Autumn and winter. Good fun if you like a bit more mud in your rides.

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8

29.9 km

Chinn Brook Nature Reserve

Highlight • Cycleway

Formerly a part of the expansive Happy Valley region, Chinn Brook Nature Reserve has a captivating charm that never fails to impress. Spanning 17 acres, this sanctuary encompasses diverse habitats, …

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36.0 km

End point

Train Station

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

10.9 km

10.7 km

7.68 km

4.28 km

1.98 km

452 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

14.0 km

13.6 km

4.49 km

3.40 km

358 m

124 m

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Thursday 7 May

18°C

8°C

29 %

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Max wind speed: 11.0 km/h

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