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Ferry Bridge on the River Nene – Gunwade Lake loop from Thorpe Wood Nature Reserve

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Ferry Bridge on the River Nene – Gunwade Lake loop from Thorpe Wood Nature Reserve

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Ferry Bridge on the River Nene – Gunwade Lake loop from Thorpe Wood Nature Reserve

01:03

4.12km

10m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: February 27, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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310 m

Ferry Bridge on the River Nene

Highlight • River

Ferry Bridge is a lovely place to enjoy the calmness of the River Nene. The bridge was built in 1716 and is a grade II listed building.

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436 m

River Nene

Highlight • River

Very nice area for walking, cycling and all sorts of outdoor activities, but it might get flooded in the winter and sometimes spring as well so check the water levels, I would avoid it when 2.00 or more.

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1.26 km

Sunrise View of the Lake

Highlight • Lake

2.48 km

Lakeside Café, Ferry Meadows

Highlight • Cafe

Handy stop-off if you’re taking the route past the lakes.

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2.60 km

Gunwade Lake

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Part of Nene Park, Ferry Meadows is a hive of activity and relaxation. Gunwade Lake, Overton and Lynch Lake make for a beautiful setting for a run, not far from …

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3.07 km

Bridge Over the Lake

Highlight • Bridge

4.12 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.55 km

376 m

179 m

Surfaces

3.66 km

352 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Weather

Friday 8 May

19°C

6°C

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Ferry Bridge on the River Nene – Gunwade Lake loop from Thorpe Wood Nature Reserve

Ferry Bridge on the River Nene

River Nene

Sunrise View of the Lake

Lakeside Café, Ferry Meadows

Gunwade Lake

Bridge Over the Lake

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