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Fossdyke Trail and The Dukeries Trail loop from Lincoln

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Fossdyke Trail and The Dukeries Trail loop from Lincoln

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4.5

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Fossdyke Trail and The Dukeries Trail loop from Lincoln

03:38

54.9km

90m

Cycling

Embark on a moderate touring bicycle adventure from Lincoln, combining the historic Fossdyke Trail with The Dukeries Trail. This 34.1 miles (54.9 km) loop takes you along peaceful canalside paths, through rural landscapes, and into ancient woodlands. You'll cycle past the impressive Fledborough Viaduct, a historical railway structure, and experience…

Last updated: April 23, 2026

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Start point

Train Station

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746 m

Brayford Pool

Highlight • Settlement

Brayford Pool is England's oldest inland harbour, that was originally used as a port by the Romans – who connected it to the River Trent by constructing the Foss Dyke. …

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3.65 km

The Pyewipe Inn

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The Pyewipe Inn, alongside the Fossdyke Canal Trail is the perfect location for those who prefer more relaxed scenery to enjoy a leisurely meal and pint with, compared to the …

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9.68 km

Fossdyke Canal Trail at Saxilby

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Travelling East, the Fossdyke Canal Trail begins (or ends if you're travelling West!) at Saxilby. This traffic free path follows what is most likely the oldest canal in England that …

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18.4 km

View of Torksey Viaduct

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Torksey Viaduct is not currently suited for cycling as there are a set of steep steps up to the viaduct on the West bank.

Sustrans plans on extending the route …

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19.4 km

Torksey Lock

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Torksey Lock is where the Fossdyke navigation meets the River Trent. The lock is extra wide and long, in order to allow it to take bulky barges - with no …

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37.2 km

Doddington & Harby – Dukeries Trail and NCN Route 64

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Harby marks the start (if you're heading West) or end (if you're heading East) of the Dukeries Trail. Heading West you will find a great section of hardpacked gravel cycle …

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48.0 km

Lincoln Tank Memorial Sculpture

Highlight • Historical Site

A great stopping off place fun of history and beautiful sights.
Lincoln Cathedral, built of Lincolnshire limestone, was finally consecrated by Remigius de Fécamp, the first Bishop of Lincoln, on …

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54.9 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

24.7 km

11.1 km

6.69 km

5.13 km

4.70 km

2.29 km

217 m

Surfaces

22.0 km

14.9 km

12.2 km

3.55 km

1.57 km

526 m

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Tuesday 5 May

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27 %

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Fossdyke Trail and The Dukeries Trail loop from Lincoln

Brayford Pool

The Pyewipe Inn

Fossdyke Canal Trail at Saxilby

View of Torksey Viaduct

Torksey Lock

Doddington & Harby – Dukeries Trail and NCN Route 64

Lincoln Tank Memorial Sculpture

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