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Bagworth & Thornton

Thornton Reservoir – Thornton Reservoir loop from Bagworth & Thornton

Bike touring routes & trails

Bagworth & Thornton

Thornton Reservoir – Thornton Reservoir loop from Bagworth & Thornton

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Thornton Reservoir – Thornton Reservoir loop from Bagworth & Thornton

00:46

12.3km

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: July 19, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 842 m for 62 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

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1

873 m

Path Between Bagworth and Bagworth Heath Woods

Highlight • Trail

There's a bit of an incline towards Bagworth. While the paths might not be easy to follow, the scenery is nice

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2

2.86 km

Thornton Reservoir

Highlight • Forest

Nice scenic ride around to reservoir itself, also has a forest section for those looking for a bit more of a challenge.

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3

3.17 km

Thornton Reservoir

Highlight • Lake

Reservoir Road runs alongside Thornton Reservoir offering wide open views of the water and surrounding countryside.

The reservoir, built in the 19th century, is a vital water supply for the …

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4

3.64 km

Thornton Reservoir

Highlight • Natural

Thornton Reservoir nestles in a picturesque National Forest valley and is home to much wildlife, including mammals, birds, butterflies and dragonflies. There is a traffic free trail all around the reservoir, which makes for a lovely walk.

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5

10.5 km

Bagworth Heath Woods

Highlight • Lake

6

11.0 km

Bagworth Park

Highlight • Trail

Lovely part of this route cuts through the Bagworth estate. cattle grids at either end and sometimes sheep on the road to navigate round.

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B

12.3 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

11.4 km

669 m

194 m

Surfaces

11.6 km

523 m

100 m

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Wednesday 2 September

23°C

17°C

20 %

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