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Hickling Basin – The Old Wharf loop from East Leake

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Hickling Basin – The Old Wharf loop from East Leake

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Hickling Basin – The Old Wharf loop from East Leake

02:20

39.9km

230m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 17, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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896 m

Bryer's Deli & Cafe

Highlight • Cafe

The official cafe of the University of Nottingham Cycling Club as well as a very popular cafe/deli for the locals of East Leake and surrounding villages. This place is rarely …

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1.67 km

Love & Piste Coffee Shop

Highlight • Cafe

Great pit stop for coffee and cake. Loads of outdoor seating with some covered areas with blankets and heater. No indoor seating inside shop and cafe.

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8.02 km

View of the Countryside

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13.5 km

View of the Vale from Kinoulton Climb

Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint

The climb is a tough one for the area but the view from the top into the Vale is beautiful so well worth the effort!

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18.5 km

Hickling Basin

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A lovely place to stop when walking along the Grantham Canal. There is a tea room and pub right next to the basin to refuel.

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18.7 km

The Old Wharf

Highlight • Rest Area

Friendly cafe. Plenty of space to park the bikes.

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18.7 km

Hicking Wharf Café

Highlight • Cafe

A welcome stop on any bikeride/hike... The cafe is a popular spot in such an idyllic setting. Good selection of food and drinks!

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33.8 km

St. Mary’s Church, Wysall

Highlight • Religious Site

39.9 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

37.2 km

2.12 km

530 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

39.3 km

351 m

230 m

Elevation

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Highest point (120 m)

Lowest point (40 m)

Weather

Sunday 19 July

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Hickling Basin – The Old Wharf loop from East Leake

Bryer's Deli & Cafe

Love & Piste Coffee Shop

View of the Countryside

View of the Vale from Kinoulton Climb

Hickling Basin

The Old Wharf

Hicking Wharf Café

St. Mary’s Church, Wysall

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