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Nene Whitewater Centre – Lock gate on the River Nene loop from Billing

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Nene Whitewater Centre – Lock gate on the River Nene loop from Billing

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Nene Whitewater Centre – Lock gate on the River Nene loop from Billing

03:15

45.0km

230m

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 23, 2026

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Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 6.69 km for 78 m

After 14.0 km for 251 m

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Nene Whitewater Centre

Highlight • Cafe

The Nene Whitewater Centre is the UK’s first pumped, artificial whitewater course, offering activities for all skill levels – from families to seasoned kayakers.

Located alongside the River Nene, the recently updated centre also features a fantastic café with indoor and outdoor seating, perfect for walkers and cyclists stopping by for hot or cold refreshments.

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Opened on 1st May 1815, the Northampton Arm of the Grand Union Canal includes 17 locks and connects the canal with the River Nene in Northampton.

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Grand Union Canal Lock at M1 Underpass

Highlight • Bridge

Might not be much to look at to the uninitiated, but it's an interesting piece of engineering going on here to cram everything in... as well as the canal lock with it's wall art, look up and you have Britain's first motorway passing directly over you head - junction 15a of the M1. Also a handy place to wait out the rain!

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