Rutland Water Nature Reserve – Rutland Water Cycle Path loop from Oakham

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Rutland Water Nature Reserve – Rutland Water Cycle Path loop from Oakham

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Rutland Water Nature Reserve – Rutland Water Cycle Path loop from Oakham

03:14

47.2km

290m

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: October 15, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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Hambleton Peninsula Loop

Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint

The most scenic part of a loop of Rutland. Can be done on skinny tyres if you don't mind the rough surface!

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Lagoon 4 Track

Highlight • Cycleway

Car free track. Great when riding with your kids

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Rutland Water Nature Reserve

Highlight • Natural Monument

Great family riding, gravel tracks and tarmac. Family friendly.

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25.4 km

Picturesque route around the Water, which is traffic-free and safe for children. The impact of all those cars travelling to car the parks, with bikes on board, make the approaching lanes busy for cyclists at times.

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26.9 km

Normanton Church

Highlight • Religious Site

This iconic church is Rutland's most famous landmark. It was saved from the water and is now open for guided tours that recount the history of this beautiful building and …

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27.2 km

Normanton Church

Highlight • Monument

An iconic and unusual Rutland landmark. Saved from demolition in the 1970's following public protest, the church now seems to float when the lake is full, at other times it …

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27.2 km

Normanton Church

Highlight • Historical Site

Normanton Church was originally known as St. Matthews Church and served as a parish church until the 1700s when the village was mostly demolished to create an estate for the …

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