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

Last updated: June 5, 2024

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Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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3.02 km

Grantham Canal Towpath

The Grantham Canal closed to boats in 1929 and nature has since reclaimed it. Much of the area is designated as an SSSI as a valuable wetland habitat. Some sections …

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40.6 km

Balderton Lake

Balderton Lake is a reclaimed sand and gravel pit which now also features a wooded area and grassland with walkways.

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43.6 km

Newark Castle Ruins

Very impressive ruins of an important (in its time) castle. Can enter the castle park (no cycling) for free to see some of the remains.

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80.3 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

9.57 km

4.04 km

19.1 km

1.98 km

45.2 km

444 m

Surfaces

12.5 km

2.98 km

28.7 km

35.1 km

1.08 km

Elevation

Weather

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Thursday 18 September

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Grantham to Newark loop

Grantham Canal Towpath

Balderton Lake

Newark Castle Ruins

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