Grafham Water – Grafham Water loop from Little Paxton

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Grafham Water – Grafham Water loop from Little Paxton

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Grafham Water – Grafham Water loop from Little Paxton

01:39

22.4km

120m

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: August 27, 2026

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Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 16.3 km for 141 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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10.0 km

The Three Shires Way at Grafham Water

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The Three Shires Way circles Grafham Water at the end of its journey from Buckinghamshire. The extra loop was added to bring the total distance of the long-distance path to …

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11.8 km

Savage's Spinney

Forest

14.9 km

Grafham Trout Community Pub & Shop

Highlight • Rest Area

Lovely little village pub selling local ale.
Opening times are limited.
Thurs 18:00 - 22:00
Fri 18:00 - 23:00
Sat 13:00 - 23:00
Sun. 13:00 - 19:00

Should they be closed there is a lovely little community shop next door.

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17.0 km

View of Grafham Water

Highlight • Lake

17.4 km

Grafham Water Monster

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17.5 km

Grafham Water

Highlight • Lake

Best done anti clockwise, which not only is naturally faster but also means you don't accidentally miss an important section easily missed going clockwise, if missed the result is hitting the main road for 1.5mile.

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17.7 km

Valve Tower

Highlight • Structure

17.8 km

Valve Tower at Grafham Water

Highlight • Lake

Built in the 1960s, the Valve Tower at Grafham Water is space age in design. It houses the equipment used to regulate the flow of water. The reservoir was built …

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17.8 km

Grafham Water

Highlight • Cycleway

Grafham Water is a site of Special scientific Interest covering almost 2000 acres. Built in 1965, it is the 8th largest reservoir in England. The lake hosts a water sport …

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