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United Kingdom
England
East Midlands
Northamptonshire
Wellingborough
Earls Barton

View of Pitsford Water – View of Pitsford Reservoir loop from Earls Barton

Routes
Mountain biking trails
United Kingdom
England
East Midlands
Northamptonshire
Wellingborough
Earls Barton

View of Pitsford Water – View of Pitsford Reservoir loop from Earls Barton

Easy

5

riders

View of Pitsford Water – View of Pitsford Reservoir loop from Earls Barton

01:50

28.9km

160m

Mountain biking

Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 22, 2026

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

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1

9.67 km

Holcot Road Bridge at Pitsford Reservoir

Highlight • Lake

2

9.88 km

Pitsford Reservoir

Highlight • Natural

The reservoir circuit winds through grasslands, meadows, and woodlands and remains flat and paved almost entirely all the way around.

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3

10.0 km

View of Pitsford Water

Highlight • Lake

4

12.4 km

Pitsford Water Woodland Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Lake

Steep slippery sections at each end. Watch out for dog walkers.

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5

14.7 km

View of Pitsford Water

Highlight • Lake

Watch out for the strong crosswind coming up the valley on a blustery day

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6

14.9 km

View of Pitsford Reservoir

Highlight • Lake

Get up close to the Pitsford Water dam and enjoy expansive views over the glassy waters.

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7

17.5 km

View of Pitsford Arm

Highlight • Lake

Great spot to take in the views across Pitsford Arm.

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8

19.7 km

Pitsford Water Shared Access Track

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

Great well maintained path round the reservoir. Be aware of other users on the tighter bends.

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B

28.9 km

End point

Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

18.8 km

9.91 km

138 m

100 m

Surfaces

18.9 km

9.78 km

133 m

< 100 m

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Saturday 27 June

25°C

15°C

0 %

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