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Rye House Gatehouse – View of Amwell Nature Reserve loop from Ware

Rye House Gatehouse – View of Amwell Nature Reserve loop from Ware

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Rye House Gatehouse – View of Amwell Nature Reserve loop from Ware

00:53

15.4km

70m

Gravel riding

Easy gravel 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: June 21, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 4.13 km for 211 m

After 7.73 km for 89 m

After 12.6 km for 81 m

After 14.4 km for 145 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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449 m

View from Ware Town Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

Amazing views from either side of the bridge

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7.77 km

Rye House Gatehouse was built to project power, prestige and wealth. One of the first brick houses in the country, it boasts outstanding detail and decoration. Built in 1443, the impressive structure is Grade I-listed.

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11.2 km

The Lobster Pot

Highlight • Pub

11.9 km

Stanstead Lock

Highlight • Bridge

The lock which incorporates a rare example of a swing-bridge has the reputation of being one of the country's most difficult to negotiate.

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12.7 km

View of Amwell Nature Reserve

Highlight • River

Amazing Area of Hertford with Moderate trail for all to enjoy

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13.5 km

Hardmead Lock

Highlight • Rest Area

The lock has a reputation as being difficult to negotiate.

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14.5 km

Tea on the Lea

Highlight • Cafe

Lovely coffee and a great choice of cakes just over the bridge from the towpath.
Nice peaceful spot with nil need to lock up the bikes.

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14.7 km

River Lea Navigation at Ware

Highlight • Viewpoint

Nice path along the river!

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15.4 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

8.37 km

3.41 km

2.00 km

685 m

444 m

258 m

163 m

Surfaces

7.85 km

4.94 km

1.41 km

440 m

410 m

233 m

Elevation

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Weather

Monday 13 July

28°C

15°C

0 %

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Rye House Gatehouse – View of Amwell Nature Reserve loop from Ware

View from Ware Town Bridge