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East Of England

Bluebell Trail — Riverside Path – Gunwade Lake loop from Castor

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East Of England

Bluebell Trail — Riverside Path – Gunwade Lake loop from Castor

Moderate

73

runners

Bluebell Trail — Riverside Path – Gunwade Lake loop from Castor

01:08

10.6km

60m

Running

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 3, 2026

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

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1

164 m

The Royal Oak, Castor

Highlight • Historical Site

This iconic 17th-century pub in the heart of Castor is the perfect spot to wash down all that hard work with a pint and some good grub.

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2

3.42 km

Wooden boardwalk

Highlight • Trail

3

3.45 km

Bluebell Trail — Riverside Path

Highlight • Viewpoint

This is the lower path, along the riverbank. There are several access stairs from the bluebell trail.

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4

4.50 km

River Nene

Highlight • River

Very nice area for walking, cycling and all sorts of outdoor activities, but it might get flooded in the winter and sometimes spring as well so check the water levels, I would avoid it when 2.00 or more.

check-for-flooding.service.gov.uk/station/6286

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5

7.20 km

Gunwade Lake

Highlight • Lake

Part of Nene Park, Ferry Meadows is a hive of activity and relaxation. Gunwade Lake, Overton and Lynch Lake make for a beautiful setting for a run, not far from …

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6

8.27 km

Nene Valley Railway Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

Nice spot and good path. Beware of other leisure riders, runners and dog walkers.

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7

8.73 km

By the Railway Tracks

Highlight • Structure

8

9.70 km

Mill Lane

Highlight • Trail

B

10.6 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.88 km

3.29 km

1.39 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

8.54 km

1.78 km

187 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

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Thursday 25 June

36°C

19°C

15 %

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