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Thornton Reservoir – Thornton Reservoir loop from Glenfield

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Thornton Reservoir – Thornton Reservoir loop from Glenfield

Hard

11

runners

Thornton Reservoir – Thornton Reservoir loop from Glenfield

02:05

19.9km

140m

Running

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

Last updated: October 7, 2026

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

1

233 m

The Ivanhoe Trail

Highlight • Trail

2

4.52 km

Burroughs Road Ford

Highlight • Bridge

This ford on Burroughs Road near Ratby has claimed many cyclists. It look innocent enough but the year round algae on the concrete surface is very very slippery. Several cyclists …

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3

6.85 km

Muddy Trail Section

Highlight • Trail

Made the mistake of taking this route for a change of scenery. If it’s wet or has been, you, your bike and your cleats will be caked in shite, avoid the same disaster I had 😂

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4

8.19 km

Thornton Reservoir

Highlight • Lake

Reservoir Road runs alongside Thornton Reservoir offering wide open views of the water and surrounding countryside.

The reservoir, built in the 19th century, is a vital water supply for the …

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5

8.50 km

Thornton Reservoir

Highlight • Forest

Nice scenic ride around to reservoir itself, also has a forest section for those looking for a bit more of a challenge.

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10.1 km

Thornton Reservoir

Lake

7

11.7 km

Thornton Reservoir

Highlight • Natural

Thornton Reservoir nestles in a picturesque National Forest valley and is home to much wildlife, including mammals, birds, butterflies and dragonflies. There is a traffic free trail all around the reservoir, which makes for a lovely walk.

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14.2 km

Burroughs Wood

Forest

9

17.2 km

Ivanhoe Trail (National Cycle Network Route 63)

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

Asphalt greenway on former railway line.

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B

19.9 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

11.6 km

7.47 km

465 m

401 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

13.5 km

2.99 km

2.91 km

391 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

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Lowest point (70 m)

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Monday 19 October

12°C

9°C

96 %

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