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Grafham Water – Grafham Water loop from Perry

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Grafham Water – Grafham Water loop from Perry

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Grafham Water – Grafham Water loop from Perry

01:49

26.1km

160m

Mountain biking

Moderate mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Advanced riding skills necessary. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 25, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 10.8 km for 138 m

After 25.5 km for 87 m

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Start point

Bus stop

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8.99 km

Grafham Water is a site of Special scientific Interest covering almost 2000 acres. Built in 1965, it is the 8th largest reservoir in England. The lake hosts a water sport centre and cafe. Making it a great place to take a break.

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9.60 km

Valve Tower at Grafham Water

Highlight • Lake

Built in the 1960s, the Valve Tower at Grafham Water is space age in design. It houses the equipment used to regulate the flow of water. The reservoir was built to accommodate a water supply for the new town of Milton Keynes.

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9.69 km

Valve Tower

Highlight • Structure

9.86 km

Grafham Water

Highlight • Lake

Best done anti clockwise, which not only is naturally faster but also means you don't accidentally miss an important section easily missed going clockwise, if missed the result is hitting the main road for 1.5mile.

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10.4 km

View of Grafham Water

Highlight • Lake

22.4 km

The Three Shires Way at Grafham Water

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The Three Shires Way circles Grafham Water at the end of its journey from Buckinghamshire. The extra loop was added to bring the total distance of the long-distance path to 49 miles. It is waymarked by a sign showing three interconnected horseshoes.

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25.5 km

The Harbour View Café, Grafham Water

Highlight • Cafe

Open 7 days a week and far less busy than the visitor centre at the other side of the Grafham Water

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26.1 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

7.27 km

7.17 km

6.22 km

3.93 km

1.56 km

Surfaces

7.45 km

5.97 km

5.79 km

3.71 km

2.83 km

393 m

Elevation

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Weather

Wednesday 27 May

29°C

11°C

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Grafham Water – Grafham Water loop from Perry

Fishing Spot at Grafham Water

Grafham Water

Valve Tower at Grafham Water

Valve Tower

Grafham Water

View of Grafham Water

The Three Shires Way at Grafham Water

The Harbour View Café, Grafham Water

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