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Wrought Iron Gate by the Field – View of Abberton Reservoir loop from Kelvedon

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Wrought Iron Gate by the Field – View of Abberton Reservoir loop from Kelvedon

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Wrought Iron Gate by the Field – View of Abberton Reservoir loop from Kelvedon

02:36

43.4km

190m

Cycling

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

Last updated: October 8, 2026

Tips

Includes segments that go up or down a series of steps

You may need to carry your bike.

After 43 m for 42 m

After 43.3 km for 42 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Train Station

6.12 km

Fan Wood

Forest

2

6.51 km

Wrought Iron Gate by the Field

Highlight • Other

Runs almost parallel to the B1022, so hardly any traffic.

Tip by

3

16.2 km

Sustrans Route Turnoff to Oliver's Lane

Highlight • Cycleway

The Sustrans route here is over quite rough ground and may not be suitable for wider bikes. The sign says " no motorised vehicles", not sure if that applies to …

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4

16.2 km

Decorative Trail Marker

Highlight • Structure

5

18.5 km

Cycleway Next to Abberton Reservoir

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

New cyclepath which is part of a larger network of new permissive footpaths and bridleways around Abberton reservoir. A bit bumpy in places, but takes you off the 60mph Wigborough …

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6

23.1 km

View of Abberton Reservoir

Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint

A tranquil part of the county where you'll got quiet roads and country lanes that surround this large reservoir. Keep your eyes peeled for the wildlife - there are thousands of wildlfowl to spot on the water.

Tip by

7

25.8 km

The Hare and Hounds

Highlight • Restaurant

Such a great bike stop. Lovely bear and good bar food. Nice and peaceful setting.

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B

43.4 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

39.6 km

2.20 km

1.16 km

322 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

27.9 km

14.9 km

425 m

< 100 m

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Sunday 11 October

17°C

11°C

56 %

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