View of Abberton Reservoir – View of Abberton Reservoir loop from Colchester Town

View of Abberton Reservoir – View of Abberton Reservoir loop from Colchester Town

Easy

4.7

(10)

168

riders

View of Abberton Reservoir – View of Abberton Reservoir loop from Colchester Town

01:57

44.9km

290m

Road cycling

Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: October 15, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 790 m for 72 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

Get Directions

825 m

Colchester Roman Circus

Archaeological Site

11.9 km

View of Abberton Reservoir

Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint

A tranquil part of the county where you'll got quiet roads and country lanes that surround this large reservoir. Keep your eyes peeled for the wildlife - there are thousands of wildlfowl to spot on the water.

Tip by

19.1 km

Malting Cottage Honey

Highlight • Other

£5 per jar from the porch of a cottage, honesty box system. Since finding this I've been back several times to buy it - the honey is good.

Tip by

20.0 km

Glasshouse Cafe

Highlight • Cafe

Outdoor seating for a brew. Very friendly. Bike stand

Tip by

26.5 km

View of Abberton Reservoir

Highlight (Segment) • Lake

Great views of the reservoir in either direction, with loads of bird spotting opportunities.

Tip by

32.5 km

Birdwatching at Abberton Reservoir

Highlight • Viewpoint

Another way to cross Abberton Reservoir with water views on both sides. As the title suggests, a great spot for some mid-ride bird spotting.

Tip by

33.6 km

Layer Breton Climb

Highlight (Segment) • Climb

Short but noticeable ramp that rises 25m into the village. Attack it hard after coming over Abberton Reservoir.

Tip by

41.0 km

Tudor-Style Country House

Highlight • Historical Site

44.9 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

44.4 km

179 m

155 m

133 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

42.5 km

2.13 km

312 m

Elevation

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Friday 16 October

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View of Abberton Reservoir – View of Abberton Reservoir loop from Colchester Town

View of Abberton Reservoir

Malting Cottage Honey

Glasshouse Cafe

View of Abberton Reservoir

Birdwatching at Abberton Reservoir

Layer Breton Climb

Tudor-Style Country House

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