Rutland Water South Shore – Welland Viaduct loop from Wigston

Rutland Water South Shore – Welland Viaduct loop from Wigston

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Rutland Water South Shore – Welland Viaduct loop from Wigston

05:54

119km

1,120m

Road cycling

Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

Last updated: October 14, 2026

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Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 922 m for 80 m

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1.27 km

Attenborough Arboretum

Forest

24.0 km

Burrough Road Climb

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One of the longer climbs in Leicestershire, never steep.

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52.4 km

Normanton Church

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An iconic and unusual Rutland landmark. Saved from demolition in the 1970's following public protest, the church now seems to float when the lake is full, at other times it …

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53.1 km

Rutland Water South Shore

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One of the few places many local people are prepared to cycle, using the tracks around Rutland Water which are traffic-free. As Iain says, it can be very busy in …

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56.4 km

Lyndon Village

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Now includes a cafe at Picks Barn with good coffee and beautiful views from the terrace

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69.8 km

Welland Viaduct

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The viaduct is 1,275 yards (1166m) long and has 82 arches, each with a 40 feet span. It is the longest masonry viaduct across a valley in the United Kingdom

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70.5 km

Welland Viaduct (Harringworth Viaduct)

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Stunning views on the climb to Gretton and descent to Rockingham.

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99.8 km

View of Goadby and Horse Hills

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Goadby is just straight up, Horse Hill has a twisting steep descent then an equally steep climb. Do north to south for maximum climbing. This is the view from the top.

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