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Swithland Reservoir – Barrow Bridge loop from Woodhouse

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Swithland Reservoir – Barrow Bridge loop from Woodhouse

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Swithland Reservoir – Barrow Bridge loop from Woodhouse

03:46

62.5km

480m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 6, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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562 m

The Wheatsheaf Inn

Highlight • Pub

Stop for Lunch

Tip by

3.58 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.

Tip by

5.80 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 …

Tip by

7.36 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

Tip by

8.96 km

Hoby Village

Highlight (Segment) • Settlement

Nice country lane, reasonably wide so traffic not really an issue.

Tip by

55.8 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.

Tip by

62.5 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

55.8 km

2.89 km

2.01 km

1.69 km

186 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

48.6 km

14.0 km

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (170 m)

Lowest point (40 m)

Weather

Saturday 5 September

24°C

12°C

0 %

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Swithland Reservoir – Barrow Bridge loop from Woodhouse

The Wheatsheaf Inn

Swithland Reservoir

Rothley Railway Station

The Blue Bell Inn

Soar Navigation Lock

Hoby Village

Barrow Bridge

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