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View of Pitsford Reservoir – Pitsford Water Woodland Trail loop from Moulton

Bike touring routes & trails

Northamptonshire

View of Pitsford Reservoir – Pitsford Water Woodland Trail loop from Moulton

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View of Pitsford Reservoir – Pitsford Water Woodland Trail loop from Moulton

03:17

41.8km

300m

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 18, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 24.7 km for 81 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

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1

4.75 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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2

6.41 km

Merry Tom Lane

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

3

7.94 km

View from Merry Tom Lane Summit

Highlight • Summit

Great views from the top of Merry Tom Lane

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4

28.0 km

Brampton Valley Way

Highlight • Trail

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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5

28.7 km

Merry Tom Lane and Brampton Valley Way Crossroads

Highlight • Trail

6

31.9 km

Pitsford Water at Brixworth Country Park

Highlight • Lake

Brixworth Country Park offers a range of activities in beautiful nature. You can ride your bike around the lake, swim, fish, walk, dine at the restaurant and learn more about …

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7

33.4 km

Pitsford Water Woodland Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Lake

Steep slippery sections at each end. Watch out for dog walkers.

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8

36.6 km

Holcot Road Bridge at Pitsford Reservoir

Highlight • Lake

B

41.8 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

17.6 km

12.4 km

7.70 km

1.78 km

1.27 km

1.03 km

Surfaces

20.1 km

8.75 km

7.21 km

4.48 km

1.23 km

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Highest point (140 m)

Lowest point (70 m)

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