Lincoln Castle – Lincoln Cathedral loop from Hykeham

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Lincoln Castle – Lincoln Cathedral loop from Hykeham

Moderate

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Lincoln Castle – Lincoln Cathedral loop from Hykeham

02:03

34.4km

130m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: November 3, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 7.24 km for 105 m

After 9.02 km for 60 m

After 17.1 km for 85 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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8.95 km

Lincoln Castle

Highlight • Historical Site

The old castle complexes with the walls are also well worth seeing.

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9.08 km

Lincoln Cathedral

Highlight • Religious Site

Lincoln is a cathedral city with a rich history and culture. It is surrounded by beautiful countryside. With a magnificent selection of places for food and drink, boutiques, artisan shops, …

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10.8 km

Brayford Pool

Highlight • Settlement

Brayford Pool is England's oldest inland harbour, that was originally used as a port by the Romans – who connected it to the River Trent by constructing the Foss Dyke. …

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13.7 km

The Pyewipe Inn

Highlight • Pub

The Pyewipe Inn, alongside the Fossdyke Canal Trail is the perfect location for those who prefer more relaxed scenery to enjoy a leisurely meal and pint with, compared to the …

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15.5 km

Burton Waters Marina

Highlight • River

good look at the marina of burton waters and the boats, if refreshments are required, head to the tavern.

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17.1 km

Fossdyke Navigation

Highlight • River

The path beside the Fossdyke has at one end the Brayford pool in Lincoln with pubs, restaurants and cinema. The route continues past the Pyewipe Inn, Beyond that is Burton …

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21.9 km

Old Hag Wood

Forest

23.0 km

Lincolnshire–Nottinghamshire Boundary Marker

Highlight • Monument

nice little statue and landmark to mark the county borders between Lincolnshire and Nottinghamshire, point of interest for your tour.

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23.9 km

Doddington & Harby – Dukeries Trail and NCN Route 64

Highlight • Trail

Harby marks the start (if you're heading West) or end (if you're heading East) of the Dukeries Trail. Heading West you will find a great section of hardpacked gravel cycle …

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34.4 km

End point

Train Station

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