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Linby Bike Trail – Waterfall at Newstead Abbey loop from Hucknall

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Linby Bike Trail – Waterfall at Newstead Abbey loop from Hucknall

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Linby Bike Trail – Waterfall at Newstead Abbey loop from Hucknall

04:28

74.3km

390m

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: May 17, 2026

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Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 9.31 km for 65 m

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Start point

Train Station

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2.41 km

Linby Village Main Street

Highlight • Settlement

There's a rumour that pancakes were invented in Linby when the villagers freed themselves from Danish conquerers but it's a bit doubtful to be honest. What it is today is a really cute village that won't fail to surprise you as you ride through. The Horse & Groom is a really welcoming pub with a lovely garden and they're very happy for you to take your bikes around the back. As the village is deemed a Conservation Area, it has stayed largely unspoilt and has two streams running down both sides of the village's main street. There are stone cottages and a beautifully restored church that dates back to the 13th century.

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3.02 km

Linby Bike Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Part of the SUSTRANS route 6 from Worksop to Nottingham, the Linby bike trail is a super handy gravel trail, pan-flat, that runs along the railway and takes you from the back gate of Newstead Abbey to the picturesque villages of Linby and Papplewick. Also suitable for bike touring. Gets a little busy on sunny days in summer so having a bell is advised. When it's quiet, it's a great track to soar along at speed.

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4.66 km

Freckland Wood

Forest

5.15 km

Linby Trail, Railway Bridge

Highlight • Cycleway

This is where you can go either to Newstead Villiage or follow cycle route 6 to Newstead Abbey.
This is very muddy in wet or after weather.

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7.03 km

Waterfall at Newstead Abbey

Highlight • Monument

Lovely feature in the grounds of Newstead Abbey.

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8.88 km

Gunthorpe Hagg Wood

Forest

28.5 km

Hoveringham Lancaster Aircrew Memorial

Highlight • Viewpoint

The River Trent flows close to Hoveringham Road, this is a great place for a break to take in the views. If you don't mind a bit of gravel, the Trent Valley Way follows a bridleway along the bank here.

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