Cycling near Stourport

Dinghys moored and a big cruiser passing under a bridge on the River Severn in Stourport

Cycling is a great way to get around the waterways of Worcestershire. Take to the towpaths and explore the attractive Stratford upon Avon Canal and the historic Stourbridge Canal. Follow National Cycle Route 45 along the Severn Valley or tackle the well-established Severn & Thames Cycle Route which links the River Severn with the River Thames.

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Cycling routes

Towpath Stoppages

04 Jan 2012 - 09 Mar 2012

Stoppage: Cosgrove Iron Trunk Aqueduct

Associated Regional Office: South East Waterways

Towpath has been closed

UPDATE (17 January 2012): The works to the aqueduct are now being carried out without dewatering the canal. However, boats being used by the contractor will be blocking the canal to navigation.
It is possible that limited passage may be possible, but British Waterways are unable to guarantee this.
For the purposes of journey planning please assume the canal is closed.

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