Cambridge to the famous Shuttleworth Collection loop

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Cambridge to the famous Shuttleworth Collection loop

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Cambridge to the famous Shuttleworth Collection loop

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87.1km

290m

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Embark on a challenging touring bicycle loop from Cambridge to the famous Shuttleworth Collection, covering 54.1 miles (87.1 km) with an elevation gain of 948 feet (289 metres). This difficult route, which takes around 5 hours and 44 minutes to complete, offers a diverse cycling experience through picturesque countryside and…

Last updated: April 23, 2026

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12.5 km

Stunning Church

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Stunning church and lots of great riding in the area.

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17.3 km

Wimpole Estate

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Stunning place, however the staff are a bit hit and miss about whether bikes can go around the estate, despite a new cycleway having been created.

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21.4 km

Abandoned Medieval Village of Clopton

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Stunning views, worth the climb up from Larkins Lane just before the 10% climb up Croydon Hill.

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40.3 km

Shuttleworth Airfield Trail

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A great path beside the airfield. The southern end goes through a livestock paddock so be sure to shut the gates. The northern end comes out at the road and …

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41.7 km

The Shuttleworth Collection

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With a colourful array of historic aircraft, the Shuttleworth Collection is one of the best-preserved collections in the world. Founded by aviator Richard Ormonde Shuttleworth in 1928, the collection includes …

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59.8 km

Ashwell Street Bridleway

Highlight (Segment) • Historical Site

Mixed use grassy path from Bassingbourn-cum-Kneesworth to Ashwell. It's ideal for off-road cycling, horse riding and walking, with no motor vehicles permitted.

There's also many paths off to either side towards Royston, Therfield Heath, Bassingbourn and Steeple Morden.

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