View of Cropston Reservoir – Swithland Reservoir loop from Markfield

View of Cropston Reservoir – Swithland Reservoir loop from Markfield

Moderate

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View of Cropston Reservoir – Swithland Reservoir loop from Markfield

04:01

79.6km

580m

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: October 28, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 75.5 km for 81 m

After 76.0 km for 81 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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1.21 km

Carter's Rough

Forest

27.1 km

View of Cropston Reservoir

Highlight • Viewpoint

Cropston Reservoir is a 100 acre trout fishery. The dam is 690 m long and rises to a height of 16 m at its highest point, which gives a water …

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29.6 km

Rothley Railway Station

Highlight • Monument

Norths deli next to railway bridge is great for pastries, cheese straws etc if your peckish. of you want a hot drink try the cafe at the railway station. At …

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34.4 km

Millie's Cafe, Barrow upon Soar

Highlight • Other

56.4 km

The bridge crosses the River Soar navigation. Located only a stone's throw from the bridge is the Soar Bridge Inn, a traditional pub popular with boaters and walkers attracted by the picturesque scene.

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62.5 km

Path to Swithland Woods

Highlight • Cycleway

Managed a very enjoyable ride through Switland Woods on my Rd Bike. But more suited to MBs

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65.7 km

Swithland Reservoir

Highlight • Lake

A tranquil spot to take in the view of the resevoir.. beautiful on a summers day with plenty of hikes nearby.

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75.8 km

Bradgate Park Entrance (Newtown Linford)

Highlight • Natural

It is best to cycle through Bradgate Park quite early as the path through the park can get very busy with pedestrians later in the day, please be prepared to …

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