River Trent Riverside Path – Laughton Forest loop from Scunthorpe

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River Trent Riverside Path – Laughton Forest loop from Scunthorpe

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River Trent Riverside Path – Laughton Forest loop from Scunthorpe

05:12

89.7km

280m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 20, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 2.14 km for 52 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

Get Directions

2.16 km

Brumby Wood

Forest

15.4 km

Scotter Wood

Forest

20.1 km

River Trent Riverside Path

Highlight • Viewpoint

Lots of places for a picnic, although there isnt much of a view while riding. there are steep embankments next to the river. Presumable to stop flooding.

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22.7 km

View of the River Trent at East Butterwick

Highlight • River

Walking boots required

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23.5 km

Sunrise Over the River Trent

Highlight • Viewpoint

The Trent is the third-longest river in the United Kingdom. Its source is in Staffordshire, on the southern edge of Biddulph Moor. It flows through and drains the North Midlands. …

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47.0 km

Alternative Route to Avoid A631 Flood Road to Beckingham

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

65.4 km

Owlet Wood car park - maintained by woodland trust.

Nice small woodland area, doesn’t get too busy really boggy in areas however this can be avoided, most of the paths are clean and would be suitable for buggies etc.

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66.4 km

Laughton Forest

Highlight (Segment) • Forest

I cycled all the way here from sheffield to take in some of the delightful forrest trails, but i had a slow puncture that wouldnt seal on my tubless set …

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89.7 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types