Bolingbroke Castle and Spilsby loop from Willoughby — Lincolnshire Wolds

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Bolingbroke Castle and Spilsby loop from Willoughby — Lincolnshire Wolds

Moderate

Bolingbroke Castle and Spilsby loop from Willoughby — Lincolnshire Wolds

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48.7km

430m

Cycling

Embark on a moderate touring cycling adventure through the Lincolnshire Wolds with the Bolingbroke Castle and Spilsby loop from Willoughby. This 30.3 miles (48.7 km) route features rolling agricultural land and chalk hills, offering gentle inclines and descents. You will gain about 1403 feet (428 metres) in elevation over approximately…

Last updated: April 23, 2026

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Lincolnshire Wolds AONB

Waypoints

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9.87 km

St Peter and St Paul Church, Langton

Highlight • Historical Site

St Peter and St Paul is an interesting classical style Georgian church constructed around 1725 by George Langton.

The church was loved by John Betjeman, who described it as 'one …

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18.5 km

Sheep Dip Lane Gravel Track

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

This scenic gravel track is known locally as Sheep Dip Lane. It's part of Lincolnshire's 'Lindsey Trail', a long distance circular route through the landscape of the Lincolnshire Wolds.

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30.9 km

Bolingbroke Castle Ruins

Highlight • Castle

Discover the remains of this sensational 13th century hexagonal castle and moat. The castle was the birthplace King Henry IV who later became the King of England.

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37.0 km

Spilsby Town Centre

Highlight • Historical Site

Visit the charming historic market town of Spilsby in Lincolnshire. There are many great things to see in Spilsby including Gunby Hall and Gardens, Monksthorpe Chapel, Woodlands Fishery, and the Sir John Franklin Statue.

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48.7 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

45.1 km

2.66 km

528 m

507 m

Surfaces

30.1 km

15.9 km