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View of Pitsford Reservoir – View of Pitsford Water loop from Loddington

View of Pitsford Reservoir – View of Pitsford Water loop from Loddington

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View of Pitsford Reservoir – View of Pitsford Water loop from Loddington

03:05

52.5km

310m

Gravel riding

Moderate gravel 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: March 23, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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12.3 km

Pitsford Water Shared Access Track

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

Great well maintained path round the reservoir. Be aware of other users on the tighter bends.

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28.5 km

View of Pitsford Arm

Highlight • Lake

Great spot to take in the views across Pitsford Arm.

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31.1 km

View of Pitsford Reservoir

Highlight • Lake

Get up close to the Pitsford Water dam and enjoy expansive views over the glassy waters.

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31.3 km

View of Pitsford Water

Highlight • Lake

Watch out for the strong crosswind coming up the valley on a blustery day

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32.7 km

View from Merry Tom Lane Summit

Highlight • Summit

Great views from the top of Merry Tom Lane

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35.1 km

The Brampton Valley Way is a 14-mile (22 km) traffic-free trail between Northampton and Market Harborough, following a disused railway line. It’s popular with cyclists, walkers, and horse riders thanks to its mostly flat, scenic route through countryside and woodland.

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52.5 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

23.6 km

15.8 km

11.4 km

1.12 km

621 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

24.7 km

15.5 km

9.71 km

1.87 km

762 m

Elevation

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Highest point (160 m)

Lowest point (70 m)

Weather

Thursday 28 May

22°C

13°C

22 %

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Max wind speed: 15.0 km/h

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View of Pitsford Reservoir – View of Pitsford Water loop from Loddington

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Pitsford Water Shared Access Track

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