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Layer Church – View of Abberton Reservoir loop from Birch

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Layer Church – View of Abberton Reservoir loop from Birch

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Layer Church – View of Abberton Reservoir loop from Birch

01:24

23.7km

140m

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 21, 2026

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Start point

Bus stop

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9.82 km

Layer Church

Highlight • Religious Site

Not much to be seen from the road but continue just south of the church and there are good views across Abberton Reservoir.

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9.86 km

St John the Baptist Church, Layer de la Haye

Highlight • Religious Site

Info taken from layerchurches.org.uk/churches.htm

The first record of the church's existence is found in a charter of 1128, although the oldest parts of the present walls were built some time …

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10.1 km

Cycleway Next to Abberton Reservoir

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

New cyclepath which is part of a larger network of new permissive footpaths and bridleways around Abberton reservoir. A bit bumpy in places, but takes you off the 60mph Wigborough …

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14.7 km

A tranquil part of the county where you'll got quiet roads and country lanes that surround this large reservoir. Keep your eyes peeled for the wildlife - there are thousands of wildlfowl to spot on the water.

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16.3 km

Layer Breton Climb

Highlight (Segment) • Climb

Short but noticeable ramp that rises 25m into the village. Attack it hard after coming over Abberton Reservoir.

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17.4 km

The Hare and Hounds

Highlight • Restaurant

Such a great bike stop. Lovely bear and good bar food. Nice and peaceful setting.

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19.6 km

Sustrans Route Turnoff to Oliver's Lane

Highlight • Cycleway

The Sustrans route here is over quite rough ground and may not be suitable for wider bikes. The sign says " no motorised vehicles", not sure if that applies to …

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23.7 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

20.9 km

2.53 km

195 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

19.2 km

4.45 km

122 m

Elevation

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Monday 22 June

31°C

17°C

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Layer Church – View of Abberton Reservoir loop from Birch

Layer Church

St John the Baptist Church, Layer de la Haye

Cycleway Next to Abberton Reservoir

View of Abberton Reservoir

Layer Breton Climb

The Hare and Hounds

Sustrans Route Turnoff to Oliver's Lane

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