River Nene – Nene Washes loop from Thorney

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River Nene – Nene Washes loop from Thorney

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River Nene – Nene Washes loop from Thorney

01:19

23.4km

40m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Mostly paved surfaces. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: November 2, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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808 m

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10.9 km

Shanks Millennium Bridge Over the River Nene

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The Shanks Millennium Bridge over the River Nene at Stanground Washes is a fully off-road link between Peterborough and Whittlesey for cyclists, horse riders and pedestrians.

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11.0 km

River Nene

Highlight • River

Generally a bit of a wasteland. There is nothing here except nature and the river. A simple section for a quick bike ride.

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11.1 km

Millennium Bridge Over the Nene Washes

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The Millenium Bridge is a gorgeous walking, pedestrian, and cycle bridge spanning over Nene Washes. The area is home to an array of fantastic birdlife such as marsh harriers, hobbies, …

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11.4 km

Nene Cycleway: Peterborough to Whittlesey

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

Off road tarmacked route using the old railway line. Nice elevated views across the Nene river and washes.

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16.4 km

Nene Washes

Highlight (Segment) • River

The uncultivated pasturelands with grazing cattle are a scenic change from the vast arable fields of most of the fens.

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22.5 km

Thorney Abbey Church of St. Mary and St. Botolph

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Also known as the Abbey Church of St. Mary and St. Botolph. It was originally founded as a Benedictine monastery in the 7th century, making it one of the oldest monastic sites in England.

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