King's Hill Climb – Welland Viaduct loop from Thistleton

King's Hill Climb – Welland Viaduct loop from Thistleton

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King's Hill Climb – Welland Viaduct loop from Thistleton

03:20

72.5km

580m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: October 14, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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3.09 km

The Bull Climb

Highlight (Segment) • Climb

Part of a local clubs time trial course. The Bull Climb is an enjoyable climb, made better by a decent surface. The village shop at the top serves good sandwiches …

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13.5 km

Sigma Sports

Highlight • Rest Area

Very welcoming bike shop. Enjoyed a free coffee whilst browsing :)
Staff were very accommodating, space for bikes to be parked inside shop as well as outside.

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14.6 km

Multiple sharp climbs and quick descents between Oakham and Uppingham as the road drops into the valleys of the Rivers Gwash, Chater and their tributaries then climbs the ridges inbetween them, all on quiet but wide roads in scenic countryside.

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24.1 km

Uppingham School

Highlight • Historical Site

Uppingham is a delightful little market town, filled with honey coloured stone buildings.

Uppingham School has been providing education since 1584 and houses one of the largest private theatres in the country.

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26.8 km

King's Hill Climb

Highlight • Climb

Includes a hairpin which you don't encounter to often in the Midlands

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28.9 km

Cattle Pasture View

Highlight • Viewpoint

43.2 km

Welland Viaduct

Highlight • Structure

The viaduct is 1,275 yards (1166m) long and has 82 arches, each with a 40 feet span. It is the longest masonry viaduct across a valley in the United Kingdom

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