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Trent Lock – Beeston Lock loop from Sandiacre

Trent Lock – Beeston Lock loop from Sandiacre

Moderate

4.7

(3)

29

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Trent Lock – Beeston Lock loop from Sandiacre

02:16

45.7km

80m

Gravel riding

Moderate gravel 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 18, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 6.80 km for 82 m

After 22.2 km for 88 m

After 39.2 km for 82 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

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1

5.33 km

Start of the Erewash Canal

Highlight • River

Well surfaced and pleasent canal towpath that runs 12 miles to Langley Mill

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2

5.44 km

Trent Lock

Highlight • Structure

One of Britain's principal canal junctions, Trent Lock's great meeting of waterways is also the border between the historic counties of Nottinghamshire, Leicestershire and Derbyshire.

Here, the River Soar and …

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17.6 km

Erewash Field

Nature Reserve

4

18.8 km

Attenborough Nature Reserve

Highlight • Viewpoint

There is information, maps and a small café here. There are also picnic areas and many ducks.

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19.6 km

Attenborough Nature Reserve

Nature Reserve

6

29.3 km

Beeston Lock

Highlight • Bridge

Beeston Lock is a pretty section of canal which carries boats from the River Trent to the centre of Nottingham. There's a riverside cafe and a bar to stop for …

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7

30.9 km

Attenborough Nature Reserve

Highlight • Viewpoint

Attenborough Nature Reserve, easy pedalling on a hard surface, lots of puddles when it rains.

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8

31.7 km

Attenborough Nature Reserve

Highlight • Lake

This is a river path that's really easy and tranquil to ride along. There are numerous ponds and it's a really popular bird-watching spot. From the trail you'll reach a …

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9

32.4 km

View of the river at Attenborough Nature Reserve

Highlight • River

Beautiful off road trails on shared paths

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10

33.5 km

Erewash Valley Trail and River Trent Towpath

Highlight • Cycleway

Good quality tow path to save riding on the roads. Can get busy with walkers, runners and other cyclists, specially at the weekend.

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45.7 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

22.3 km

9.55 km

8.34 km

2.80 km

2.74 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

23.3 km

10.5 km

5.33 km

4.71 km

1.68 km

174 m

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