Uxbridge to Rickmansworth
Go to online mappingFrom - to: Uxbridge Station to Rickmansworth Station
Type: Mostly good canal paths, with some road sections
Access: Uxbridge and Rickmansworth stations. Bikes can be taken on the Underground free of charge, but only certain sections of lines and outside peak times. Check the Transport for London website for details
Surface: Mix of tarmac & gravel/dirt tracks
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At eight miles long, this route is perfect for a long walk or a comfortable bike ride. It's flat, suitable for children and there are plenty of stopping points and places of interest along the way. The route follows National Route 61 through the Colne Valley, which feels like the first part of real countryside on London's western fringe.
For refreshments on route, look out for Fran's Tea Room at Denham Lock, the Horse and Barge Pub where Moorhall Road meets the Grand Union Canal and the Coy Carp Pub at Coppermill Lane. You can explore the nature reserves adjacent to the route and watch various watersports activities on some of the lakes towards the north end of the route.
There can be quite heavy traffic where the route crosses the canal at Moorhall Road so if you're cycling with children or are not very confident on roads, you may prefer to push along the pavement here.
Local attractions:
- Batchworth Lock Canal Centre
- Colne Valley Park Visitor Centre
- Rickmansworth Aquadrome Local Nature Reserve
Bike hire:
- Go Pedal delivers and collects to most areas in London