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Gloucester and Sharpness Canal, Gloucester

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#1 of 13 in Nature in Cotswolds
Water Body · Hidden Gem · Nature / Park
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  • By 87ClaireM
    We went on a walk yesterday and throughly enjoyed it. We only got to the top of quedgley as we had a child under 5 and they were getting tired. Walked from sainsburys Plenty of opportunities to...  more »
  • By AngelaM007
    We sailed along from Gloucester docks to Sal Junction on our cruise. What a lovely canal, we saw lots of birds including quite a few kingfishers. So picturesque countryside. It was a wonderful...  more »
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  • By steve lacey
    Nice area. Not so good for boating due to all the restrictions and closures.
  • By penelope davis
    Lovely in all weathers. Very popular with runners and dog walkers and there are always people to stop and chat to. Lots of access points so you can walk for as long or as little as you like.
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