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Nottinghamshire

The Old Wharf – Hickling Basin loop from Owthorpe

Hiking trails & Routes

Nottinghamshire

The Old Wharf – Hickling Basin loop from Owthorpe

Moderate

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hikers

The Old Wharf – Hickling Basin loop from Owthorpe

04:33

17.9km

50m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 29, 2026

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

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1

2.20 km

Gravel Riding Along the Canal Towpath

Highlight • Trail

Great 50 mile loop. Mostly flat. I used a Hybrid bike with gravel king tires.

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2

2.20 km

Avenue of Poplar Trees Memorial to the 9th Battalion Sherwood Foresters

Highlight • Historical Site

An avenue of poplar trees leads to Vimy Ridge Farm. This was originally called Pasture Hill Farm, but was purchased in 1919 by Sir Jesse William Hind and renamed to …

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3

5.49 km

The Plough Inn & Village Shop

Highlight • Pub

Fantastic pub that has turned into a village shop during lockdown. Hot drinks, sausage rolls and cakes are available.

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4

5.59 km

The Old Wharf

Highlight • Rest Area

Friendly cafe. Plenty of space to park the bikes.

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5

5.66 km

The Old Wharf

Highlight • Cafe

Great cafe for Cyclists, runners, walkers etc. Can highly recommend the Carrot cake !

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6

5.69 km

Hickling Basin

Highlight • Rest Area

A lovely place to stop when walking along the Grantham Canal. There is a tea room and pub right next to the basin to refuel.

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7

6.38 km

Hickling Lengthman's Hut

Highlight • Historical Site

15.7 km

Crow Holt

Forest

B

17.9 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

12.6 km

4.48 km

787 m

Surfaces

9.24 km

3.98 km

3.34 km

882 m

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Thursday 7 May

19°C

8°C

15 %

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