Water Rail Way and Spa Trail loop from East Kirkby

Bike touring routes & trails

Water Rail Way and Spa Trail loop from East Kirkby

Moderate

Water Rail Way and Spa Trail loop from East Kirkby

04:44

83.1km

170m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

Last updated: June 9, 2024

Waypoints

Start point

Get Directions

25.9 km

St Guthlac's Church, Fishtoft

Highlight • Historical Site

St Guthlac is a Perpendicular Gothic style church with traces of Norman architecture. It features impressive stained glass windows, some of which date back to the 15th century.

Tip by

30.9 km

St Botolph's Church (Boston Stump)

Highlight • Religious Site

Officially called St Botolph's Church, the church is better known as the "Boston Stump" thanks to its 266 foot (81.3 m) spire. The spire can be seen for miles around, …

Tip by

31.6 km

Water Rail Way: Langrick Bridge to Boston town centre

Highlight (Segment) • River

The Water Rail Way route follows the River Witham from Lincoln to Boston. This traffic-free section runs from Langrick Bridge to Boston town centre. It's part of National Cycle Network Route 1 and features some interesting sculptures along the way.

Tip by

67.5 km

Nature Magnified Sculpture

Highlight • Viewpoint

This plant sculpture, ‘Nature Magnified’, is one of four similar works along the Spa Trail, a hiking and cycling path between Horncastle and Woodhall Spa. Forged from stainless steel, it is a particularly striking piece of art to admire.

Tip by