Gunthorpe Lock and Weir – Railway Pit Lakes loop from Hoveringham

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Gunthorpe Lock and Weir – Railway Pit Lakes loop from Hoveringham

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Gunthorpe Lock and Weir – Railway Pit Lakes loop from Hoveringham

02:44

10.8km

20m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 28, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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57 m

Red Telephone Box Library

Highlight • Structure

Find or place interesting books

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3.58 km

Gunthorpe Lock and Weir

Highlight • Structure

Gunthorpe Lock is one of the largest locks on the River Trent which was once a major trading route. It's still possible to see commercial barges, but now it's better known for great waterway walks.

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4.25 km

Gunthorpe Riverside and The Unicorn Hotel

Highlight • Settlement

Really beautifully maintained village with a lot of charm. Worth stopping for a snack by the bridge on the riverside.

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6.45 km

View of Old Buildings on Dover Beck

Highlight • Viewpoint

As you approach this quaint little spot, you may think you've got to wade through a ford! but there's a bridge to the side where you get a nice view of the old brick buildings with the beck running underneath. Very nice, surprising location!

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Rustic Bridge Crossing

Highlight • Bridge

This is a nice bridge and surrounding area to cross over. The fella in the house before crossing was talkative and friendly. Maybe he was wondering why I stopped outside of his garage area, where he was working, to take a photo

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