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Gaddesby

Sludge Hall Hill – Owston Lane loop from Gaddesby

Moderate

13

riders

Sludge Hall Hill – Owston Lane loop from Gaddesby

01:25

30.2km

300m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 25, 2026

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Start point

Bus stop

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13.6 km

Sludge Hall Hill

Highlight • Climb

On the wonderfully named "Sludge Hall Hill", you will gain around 50m of elevation over an average gradient of around 7%. (Sludge Hall itself, despite the name is a rather lovely, private country house).

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16.2 km

St Peter's Church, Tilton-on-the-Hill

Highlight • Religious Site

Tilton on the Hill is one of the highest villages in Leicestershire at 719 feet (219 m) above sea level. It is a lovely village that has a couple of …

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3

20.9 km

Owston Lane

Highlight • Trail

Rideable on any bike. Great little lane with grass in the middle.

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4

23.7 km

John O' Gaunt Viaduct

Highlight • Historical Site

Second estate road. Good views including viaduct. Lots of route variations around here where you could include Marefield estate and Tilton on the hill.

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5

23.7 km

Twyford Viaduct (John O’ Gaunt)

Highlight (Segment) • Monument

A piece of railway history to gaze upon as you steam past, footpaths and other roads surrounding if you want to further explore the old viaduct.

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28.8 km

Ashby Folville is a delightful Leicestershire village characterised by its chestnut tree-lined lanes and 1,000 year old church, which is Grade I-listed.

The local pub is full of countryside charm. …

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30.2 km

End point

Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

30.2 km

Surfaces

22.5 km

7.75 km

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Highest point (220 m)

Lowest point (80 m)

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Tuesday 19 May

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11°C

49 %

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