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Swithland Reservoir – Cropston Reservoir loop from Barrow-upon-Soar

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Swithland Reservoir – Cropston Reservoir loop from Barrow-upon-Soar

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Swithland Reservoir – Cropston Reservoir loop from Barrow-upon-Soar

02:20

39.3km

230m

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: June 19, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 16.7 km for 104 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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9.38 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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13.9 km

Cropston Reservoir

Highlight • Lake

In September 1867, 180 acres of land was purchased for a cost of £24,000.

Most of the land required for the reservoir, dam and waterworks belonged to the Bradgate Estate. …

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15.0 km

Bradgate Park

Highlight • Settlement

Large car park, toilets, and an ice cream van in the summer months. What more do you need. £3 all day parking.

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16.7 km

Ruins of Bradgate House

Highlight • Historical Site

Not sure on much of the history of this place, I do know that once upon a time Lady Jane Grey lived here. You can access the inside on specific days of the year.

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20.5 km

Beach

29.1 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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30.7 km

The Blue Bell Inn

Highlight • Pub

Brilliant pub to take a break at during any ride nearby, whether taking the road ride, or the gravel track through the golf course

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34.8 km

Stonehurst Farm, Motor Museum & Cafe

Highlight • Structure

Good cafe with a wide selection of cakes and snacks etc.

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38.5 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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39.3 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

29.5 km

5.38 km

2.97 km

1.20 km

178 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

37.9 km

657 m

476 m

159 m

134 m

Elevation

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Highest point (130 m)

Lowest point (40 m)

Weather

Tuesday 23 June

32°C

20°C

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Max wind speed: 13.0 km/h

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Swithland Reservoir – Cropston Reservoir loop from Barrow-upon-Soar

Swithland Reservoir

Cropston Reservoir

Bradgate Park

Ruins of Bradgate House

Rothley Railway Station

The Blue Bell Inn

Stonehurst Farm, Motor Museum & Cafe

Barrow Bridge

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