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Mountain biking trails

Northamptonshire

View of Pitsford Reservoir – View of Pitsford Water loop from Mawsley

Mountain biking trails

Northamptonshire

View of Pitsford Reservoir – View of Pitsford Water loop from Mawsley

Moderate

4

riders

View of Pitsford Reservoir – View of Pitsford Water loop from Mawsley

02:31

35.7km

260m

Mountain biking

Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: February 27, 2026

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

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1

7.90 km

Pitsford Water Shared Access Track

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

Great well maintained path round the reservoir. Be aware of other users on the tighter bends.

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2

12.8 km

View of Pitsford Reservoir

Highlight • Lake

Get up close to the Pitsford Water dam and enjoy expansive views over the glassy waters.

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3

13.0 km

View of Pitsford Water

Highlight • Lake

Watch out for the strong crosswind coming up the valley on a blustery day

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4

14.0 km

Pitsford Water at Brixworth Country Park

Highlight • Lake

Brixworth Country Park offers a range of activities in beautiful nature. You can ride your bike around the lake, swim, fish, walk, dine at the restaurant and learn more about …

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5

14.1 km

The Willow Tree Café at Pitsford Water

Highlight • Cafe

A great little cafe to fuel up before your walk. You can also hire bikes here if you'd prefer to cycle around the water.

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6

22.2 km

The Workhouse Café

Highlight • Cafe

Good coffee and excellent selection of cakes and savoury bits. Currently only take away available (COVID19).

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7

27.6 km

View of Brampton Valley

Highlight • Viewpoint

8

33.2 km

The Lost Settlement of Faxton

Highlight • Historical Site

B

35.7 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

15.8 km

14.3 km

3.98 km

914 m

720 m

Surfaces

13.8 km

11.8 km

5.48 km

3.98 km

551 m

108 m

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Monday 18 May

17°C

9°C

91 %

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Max wind speed: 28.0 km/h

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