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Broughton And Old Dalby

Hickling Basin – The Old Wharf loop from Broughton and Old Dalby

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Broughton And Old Dalby

Hickling Basin – The Old Wharf loop from Broughton and Old Dalby

Easy

4.5

(2)

28

riders

Hickling Basin – The Old Wharf loop from Broughton and Old Dalby

01:31

34.6km

260m

Road cycling

Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 18, 2026

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

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1

2.43 km

Steep Hill on Wood Hill

Highlight • Viewpoint

As you turn onto Wood Hill, you're greeted by the 11% gradient warning sign, so get ready for the steep drop down into the lovely village of Old Dalby!

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2

3.14 km

Old Dalby Village

Highlight • Settlement

On the border between the counties of Leicestershire and Nottinghamshire, Old Dalby is a lovely village in the rolling Wolds. For centuries, an oak tree, the Turkey Oak, has stood …

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11.1 km

Wildwood

Forest

4

16.3 km

St Mary's Church

Highlight • Historical Site

5

22.4 km

A46 Crossing

Highlight • Bridge

Safe place to cross the busy dual carriageway. Gives easy access to Cotgrave and Grantham canal.

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6

28.7 km

Hickling Basin

Highlight • Rest Area

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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7

28.9 km

The Old Wharf

Highlight • Rest Area

Friendly cafe. Plenty of space to park the bikes.

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8

28.9 km

The Old Wharf

Highlight • Cafe

Great cafe for Cyclists, runners, walkers etc. Can highly recommend the Carrot cake !

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9

29.2 km

St Luke's Church, Hickling

Highlight • Historical Site

It was built in the 14th century. The chancel was rebuilt in 1845, and the tower in 1873. A general restoration was carried out in 1886.

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34.6 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

33.3 km

674 m

405 m

144 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

30.9 km

3.46 km

222 m

< 100 m

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Highest point (140 m)

Lowest point (40 m)

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