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View of Pitsford Water – View of Pitsford Reservoir loop from Mercedes AMG High Performance Powertrains

View of Pitsford Water – View of Pitsford Reservoir loop from Mercedes AMG High Performance Powertrains

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View of Pitsford Water – View of Pitsford Reservoir loop from Mercedes AMG High Performance Powertrains

01:07

20.2km

150m

Gravel riding

Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: March 27, 2026

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Start point

Bus stop

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3.04 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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3.25 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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5.88 km

View of Pitsford Arm

Highlight • Lake

Great spot to take in the views across Pitsford Arm.

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8.06 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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11.5 km

Pitsford Water Woodland Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Lake

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

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14.4 km

View from Merry Tom Lane Summit

Highlight • Summit

Great views from the top of Merry Tom Lane

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17.1 km

The Brampton Valley Way is a 14-mile (22 km) traffic-free trail between Northampton and Market Harborough, following a disused railway line. It’s popular with cyclists, walkers, and horse riders thanks to its mostly flat, scenic route through countryside and woodland.

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20.2 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

13.5 km

2.53 km

2.32 km

1.26 km

527 m

Surfaces

13.3 km

2.43 km

2.32 km

1.44 km

577 m

Elevation

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Highest point (130 m)

Lowest point (70 m)

Weather

Tuesday 19 May

18°C

11°C

44 %

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Max wind speed: 29.0 km/h

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View of Pitsford Water – View of Pitsford Reservoir loop from Mercedes AMG High Performance Powertrains

View of Pitsford Water

View of Pitsford Reservoir

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Pitsford Water Shared Access Track

Pitsford Water Woodland Trail

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