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Brampton Valley Way – View of Pitsford Arm loop from Abington Meadows Nature Reserve

Brampton Valley Way – View of Pitsford Arm loop from Abington Meadows Nature Reserve

Moderate

5.0

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Brampton Valley Way – View of Pitsford Arm loop from Abington Meadows Nature Reserve

01:53

35.7km

240m

Gravel riding

Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: March 27, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 30.4 km for 51 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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9.27 km

Brampton Valley Way

Highlight (Segment) • Structure

The Bampton Valley Way is a 14-mile (22.5km) disused railway trail between Northampton and Market Harborough. It's a well surfaced multi-user trail, perfect for easy rides, families or as part of a commute.

The trail follows a section of the old Northampton–Market Harborough railway line. It opened in 1859 and closed in 1981.

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10.2 km

Pitsford and Brampton Old Station

Highlight • Historical Site

Some old trains are stationed on this old train station. the nearby pub is very nice and it's just a short stroll from there...

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11.8 km

View from Merry Tom Lane Summit

Highlight • Summit

Great views from the top of Merry Tom Lane

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12.0 km

Merry Tom Lane

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

14.6 km

Pitsford Water at Brixworth Country Park

Highlight • Lake

Brixworth Country Park offers a range of activities in beautiful nature. You can ride your bike around the lake, swim, fish, walk, dine at the restaurant and learn more about the park's diverse nature at the visitor centre. There's also a gnome trail from a famous local author, a brass rubbing trail, and a scavenger hunt.

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16.1 km

Pitsford Water Woodland Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Lake

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

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19.9 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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22.2 km

View of Pitsford Arm

Highlight • Lake

Great spot to take in the views across Pitsford Arm.

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35.7 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

12.6 km

7.26 km

6.87 km

5.71 km

2.28 km

902 m

Surfaces

14.4 km

12.2 km

6.11 km

2.18 km

806 m

Elevation

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Highest point (120 m)

Lowest point (60 m)

Weather

Wednesday 20 May

21°C

9°C

29 %

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Max wind speed: 18.0 km/h

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Brampton Valley Way – View of Pitsford Arm loop from Abington Meadows Nature Reserve

Brampton Valley Way

Pitsford and Brampton Old Station

View from Merry Tom Lane Summit

Merry Tom Lane

Pitsford Water at Brixworth Country Park

Pitsford Water Woodland Trail

Pitsford Water Shared Access Track

View of Pitsford Arm

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