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Lincoln Cathedral – Fossdyke Navigation loop from Newark Northgate

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Lincoln Cathedral – Fossdyke Navigation loop from Newark Northgate

Moderate

5.0

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Lincoln Cathedral – Fossdyke Navigation loop from Newark Northgate

04:37

77.4km

240m

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 17, 2026

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Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 35.0 km for 85 m

After 39.6 km for 110 m

After 44.0 km for 85 m

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Train Station

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1.22 km

Newark Castle Ruins

Highlight • Castle

Newark Castle ruins are set in lovely, formal gardens bordered by the remaining walls of the castle which was partly destroyed in 1646 at the end of the English Civil War.

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28.2 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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29.1 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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30.2 km

Old Hag Wood

Forest

35.5 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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38.4 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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39.7 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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44.0 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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