Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: November 16, 2025

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2.54 km

Rutland Water Dam

Highlight • Structure

Construction of Rutland Water began in 1971 and took nearly five years to complete. The main part of the project was to build the dam wall, made of compacted clay …

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4.05 km

The Great Tower Sculpture at Rutland Water

Highlight • Monument

Well designed sculpture, which provides a nice contrast to the pretty natural surroundings (though the immediate area here close to the parking is a bit more 'designed' than other parts along the coast.

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4.50 km

Rumble Live Action Gaming

Highlight • Structure

Those who like to play war might like it, but seems more like a disturbance of the nice nature around here.

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6.95 km

Barnsdale Bluebell Woodland

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Barnsdale Woods offers a little change of scenery from the open views across much of the route around Rutland Water. The ancient woodland (now partly replanted with conifers) covers 28 …

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7.40 km

Barnsdale Wood

Forest

8.34 km

Rutland Water

Highlight • Structure

Great area for a hike. If you do not want to go the full circle alternatives to walking back on the same track are a bit limited.

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8.48 km

View of the Lake

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Nice view over the reservoir, but this is actually true for most parts of the path along the shore.

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13.1 km

St Edmund's Church, Egleton

Highlight • Historical Site

Dating from the 12th century, the church is essentially Norman with good examples of Norman carving in the chancel arch and the south door. Patterned columns support the doorway.

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16.1 km

Viewpoint

19.2 km

Rutland Nursery Café

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Lots of bike racks. Great food and coffee. Outdoor coffee hut in summer months.

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23.3 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

14.6 km

4.86 km

2.31 km

1.15 km

418 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

16.3 km

3.33 km

2.50 km

456 m

449 m

352 m

Elevation

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