Alton Water Walking Trail – Alton Water loop from Portman Road Stadium

Alton Water Walking Trail – Alton Water loop from Portman Road Stadium

Moderate

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Alton Water Walking Trail – Alton Water loop from Portman Road Stadium

02:01

42.7km

250m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 5, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 18.6 km for 234 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

Get Directions

11.5 km

Long Wood

Forest

23.8 km

Lemons Hill Bridge, Alton Water

Highlight • Bridge

The largest manmade reservoir in Suffolk, Alton Water is a tranquil place to whittle away some time on a bike Tour. It took over 13 years to construct the reservoir, …

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24.1 km

Alton Water Walking Trail

Highlight • Trail

26.1 km

Larch Wood

Forest

27.8 km

Completed in 1987, Alton Water is a hive of outdoor activity from watersports, cycling, walking, birdwatching and fishing. There is a cafe and toilets at the watersports centre plus camping if you would like to extend your visit.

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28.2 km

Alton Water Visitor Centre & Picnic Area

Highlight • Lake

The visitor centre at Alton Water has a cafe, open all week from 10:00am - 4.00pm, there is also an outdoor picnic area.

There are 8 miles of cross-country tracks around the reservoir, with bike hire available.

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29.8 km

Royal Hospital School Clock Tower

Highlight • Historical Site

It looks like you’re riding through a period village but it’s actually all part of the grounds and buildings of a boarding school connected with the Royal Navy. Impressive Queen Anne-style architecture.

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