Path to Swithland Woods – Barrow Bridge loop from Woodhouse

Path to Swithland Woods – Barrow Bridge loop from Woodhouse

Moderate

riders

Path to Swithland Woods – Barrow Bridge loop from Woodhouse

02:12

49.5km

430m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: October 28, 2026

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After 46.5 km for 1.37 km

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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1.24 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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7.24 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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7.60 km

The Secret Garden Café

Highlight • Cafe

Good food and coffee. Lovely garden to sit in. Safe for your bikes

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21.8 km

Manor Organic Farm Shop

Highlight • Structure

Great farm shop selling excelling excellent produce - plenty to see on a visit also - coffee and animals in the garden!

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28.0 km

Tonge Gorse

Forest

30.7 km

Breedon Cloud Wood

Forest

33.2 km

Coalville Wheelers Clubhouse

Highlight • Rest Area

Home of the lovely Coalville Wheelers cycling club. A wonderfully friendly and inclusive cycling club with a range of ages and abilities. The clubhouse is often open for short hours …

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40.9 km

The Bull's Head, Highest Pub in Leicestershire

Highlight • Pub

The Bull's Head, Abbots Oak is in a beautiful setting on the outskirts of the Charnwood Forest and lays claim to being the highest pub in Leicestershire. Don't worry, there …

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41.5 km

View of Bardon Hill

Highlight • Viewpoint

The nearby Bardon Hill is the highest point in the county of Leicestershire at 278m.

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46.6 km

Beacon Hill Multiuse Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

Road bike to Mountain bike, this hill is for all. the ground is slightly loose so put your weight towards the back for traction, especially on a road bike but otherwise have fun!

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