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Fotheringhay Castle Ruins – Fotheringhay Castle Ruins loop from Wansford

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Sibson-Cum-Stibbington

Fotheringhay Castle Ruins – Fotheringhay Castle Ruins loop from Wansford

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Fotheringhay Castle Ruins – Fotheringhay Castle Ruins loop from Wansford

02:01

33.3km

210m

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: February 4, 2026

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Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 7.42 km for 73 m

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7.22 km

Fotheringhay Castle Ruins

Highlight • Castle

Fotheringhay Castle is where Mary Queen of Scots was imprisoned before being executed and was an important stronghold during the Wars of the Roses!

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7.45 km

Fotheringhay Castle Ruins

Highlight • Castle

Standing tall above the serene River Nene sits the ruins of this fascinating historic site, Fotheringay Castle. Explore medieval history and enjoy beautiful landscape views as you wander around.

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7.73 km

St Mary and All Saints Church, Fotheringhay

Highlight • Historical Site

Started in 1411, Completed in 1434 at a cost of £300

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9.04 km

This Coffee Shop - run by a veteran cyclist, Phil - is a must stop if exploring the gorgeous Northants/Rutland/Lincolnshire/Leicestershire countryside around Oundle. He has locks, multi tools, pumps, etc …

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23.5 km

The White Swan, Woodnewton

Highlight • Pub

Country pub with stone walls, modern decor and a stylish garden terrace, plus a gastropub menu.

Plenty of room for bikes, serves tea and coffee, excellent Sunday lunches. Toilets immaculate and staff friendly and helpful.

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33.3 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

32.6 km

751 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

20.8 km

12.1 km

488 m

Elevation

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Highest point (70 m)

Lowest point (10 m)

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Thursday 7 May

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Fotheringhay Castle Ruins – Fotheringhay Castle Ruins loop from Wansford

Fotheringhay Castle Ruins

Fotheringhay Castle Ruins

St Mary and All Saints Church, Fotheringhay

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