The Old Wharf – Hickling Basin loop from Colston Bassett
The Old Wharf – Hickling Basin loop from Colston Bassett
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The Old Wharf – Hickling Basin loop from Colston Bassett
02:09
50.0km
200m
Road cycling
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.
Last updated: April 18, 2026
Tips
Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted
After 43.2 km for 72 m
Waypoints
Start point
Bus stop
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27.9 km
The Tea Junction
Highlight • Cafe
baguettes £4+
Outdoor seating for about 24 over 3 round benches
Indoor for about 8
General store next door
next door do bananas
Tip by
33.1 km
Hose Thorns
Forest
43.0 km
The Plough Inn & Village Shop
Highlight • Pub
Tip by
43.1 km
The Old Wharf
Highlight • Rest Area
Tip by
43.2 km
The Old Wharf
Highlight • Cafe
Tip by
43.2 km
Hickling Basin
Highlight • Rest Area
Tip by
48.9 km
Crow Holt
Forest
50.0 km
End point
Bus stop
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
48.2 km
1.08 km
697 m
< 100 m
< 100 m
Surfaces
36.8 km
13.1 km
202 m
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Elevation
Highest point (80 m)
Lowest point (20 m)
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