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Lock gate on the River Nene – River Nene Cycle Path loop from Storton's Pits

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Lock gate on the River Nene – River Nene Cycle Path loop from Storton's Pits

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Lock gate on the River Nene – River Nene Cycle Path loop from Storton's Pits

00:31

9.00km

20m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 26, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment that goes up or down a series of steps

You may need to carry your bike.

After 4.13 km for 30 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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1.05 km

Bridge Over the River Nene and Grand Union Canal

Highlight • Cycleway

This bridge spans both the River Nene and the Grand Union Canal on Northampton's southeastern side. The area is surrounded by lush greenery, and they are plenty of connecting cycle paths making it an ideal spot for scenic rides.

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2.90 km

Northampton Arm, Grand Union Canal

Highlight • Trail

This picturesque stretch of gravel trail runs along the Northampton Arm of the Grand Union Canal, offering charming views of canal boats and historic bridges to admire along the way.

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4.36 km

Lock gate on the River Nene

Highlight • Bridge

4.94 km

South Bridge

Highlight • Other

6.80 km

River Nene Cycle Path

Highlight • Trail

6.84 km

Briar Hill Meadow Grassy Trail

Highlight • Natural

Nice trail next to the Grand Union Canal Northampton Arm, a bit muddy in the winter months 👍

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7.08 km

Sixfields Reservoir

Highlight • Lake

Handy parking at the far end of the Reservoir gives easy access from the sixfields leisure park where there are numerous food outlets. From here you can also connect with …

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9.00 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.53 km

1.14 km

862 m

312 m

150 m

Surfaces

7.76 km

784 m

157 m

137 m

112 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Weather

Tuesday 30 June

24°C

13°C

12 %

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Lock gate on the River Nene – River Nene Cycle Path loop from Storton's Pits

Bridge Over the River Nene and Grand Union Canal

Northampton Arm, Grand Union Canal

Lock gate on the River Nene

South Bridge

River Nene Cycle Path

Briar Hill Meadow Grassy Trail

Sixfields Reservoir

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