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Woodhall Spa

Tattershall Old Bridge – Water Rail Trail loop from Woodhall Spa

Moderate

4.6

(5)

30

riders

Tattershall Old Bridge – Water Rail Trail loop from Woodhall Spa

03:10

55.9km

40m

Cycling

Moderate bike 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 4, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 27.7 km for 225 m

After 28.1 km for 128 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

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1

48 m

Witham Bank and Stone Bridge on the Water Rail Way

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

This quiet road follows the course of the River Witham and is part of the Water Rail Way, running from Boston to Lincoln. It also forms a section of National Cycle Network Route 1.

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2

6.66 km

Tattershall Old Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

this is a bridge to nowhere but is a great place for a stop, and also a good start point for paddle boarders, canoes, wild swimmers, fishing etc

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3

23.3 km

The Water Rail Way route follows the River Witham from Lincoln to Boston. This traffic-free section runs from Langrick Bridge to Boston town centre. It's part of National Cycle Network Route 1 and features some interesting sculptures along the way.

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4

27.5 km

St Botolph's Church Tower

Highlight • Other

5

27.6 km

St Botolph's Church (Boston Stump)

Highlight • Religious Site

Officially called St Botolph's Church, the church is better known as the "Boston Stump" thanks to its 266 foot (81.3 m) spire. The spire can be seen for miles around, …

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6

28.9 km

Boston Lock Cafe

Highlight • Cafe

A great cafe in a fab location.

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7

31.8 km

Boston Pendulum Observation Tower

Highlight • Viewpoint

This observation tower is named the 'Boston Pendulum' and was designed by the Belgian architect Paul Robbrecht. It is one of two towers on the Water Rail Way designed by …

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8

36.0 km

Water Rail Trail

Highlight • Viewpoint

Flat, traffic-free, with beautiful views over the River Witham and across the fens.

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B

55.9 km

End point

Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

36.4 km

18.9 km

430 m

140 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

51.3 km

4.31 km

282 m

< 100 m

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Monday 18 May

18°C

8°C

98 %

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