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Ferry Bridge – Branston Water Park loop from Swadlincote

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Ferry Bridge – Branston Water Park loop from Swadlincote

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Ferry Bridge – Branston Water Park loop from Swadlincote

02:03

34.1km

170m

Cycling

Moderate bike 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 16, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 7.42 km for 55 m

After 7.59 km for 52 m

After 11.5 km for 223 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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7.44 km

Stapenhill Suspension Bridge

Highlight • Monument

Spanning the River Trent in Burton-on-Trent, Stapenhill Suspension Bridge is unique in Europe thanks to its semi-suspension design. Built in 1888 to replace a ferry service over the river, the …

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7.66 km

Ferry Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

Ferry Bridge is a pretty Victorian foot bridge over the River Trent.

Built to replace a small ferry service that had operated at the same site since the 13th century. …

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11.7 km

Branston Water Park

Highlight • Lake

Originally an open cast gravel pit, Branston Water Park is now hosts many species of plants and animals The reed bed is particularly important to wildlife and is one of the largest in Staffordshire.

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12.2 km

Start of Kingfisher Way Along the Canal

Highlight • River

17.6 km

Skinny Kitten Cafe

Highlight • Restaurant

Great stop with good coffee and cakes. Really welcoming and friendly, quick service with a smile. RECOMMEND.

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34.1 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

23.6 km

4.08 km

2.49 km

1.09 km

431 m

Surfaces

28.5 km

3.95 km

710 m

670 m

310 m

Elevation

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Ferry Bridge – Branston Water Park loop from Swadlincote

Stapenhill Suspension Bridge

Ferry Bridge

Branston Water Park

Start of Kingfisher Way Along the Canal

Skinny Kitten Cafe

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