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View of Abberton Reservoir – View of Abberton Reservoir loop from Colchester Town

Road cycling routes

East Of England

View of Abberton Reservoir – View of Abberton Reservoir loop from Colchester Town

Easy

4.7

(9)

180

riders

View of Abberton Reservoir – View of Abberton Reservoir loop from Colchester Town

02:00

45.1km

290m

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: May 10, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 790 m for 72 m

After 18.9 km for 132 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Train Station

Get Directions

825 m

Colchester Roman Circus

Archaeological Site

2

11.9 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.

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3

18.9 km

St Mary's Church, Peldon

Highlight • Historical Site

Info from en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Peldon#Church

St Mary's Church in Peldon generally dates back to the 11th century, with Anglo Saxon origins. The nave originates from the 12th century, the tower the 14th …

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4

26.7 km

View of Abberton Reservoir

Highlight (Segment) • Lake

Great views of the reservoir in either direction, with loads of bird spotting opportunities.

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5

32.7 km

Birdwatching at Abberton Reservoir

Highlight • Viewpoint

Another way to cross Abberton Reservoir with water views on both sides. As the title suggests, a great spot for some mid-ride bird spotting.

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6

33.8 km

Layer Breton Climb

Highlight (Segment) • Climb

Short but noticeable ramp that rises 25m into the village. Attack it hard after coming over Abberton Reservoir.

Tip by

40.1 km

Bounstead Grove

Forest

8

41.2 km

Tudor-Style Country House

Highlight • Historical Site

B

45.1 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

44.4 km

419 m

170 m

156 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

42.7 km

1.96 km

547 m

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Tuesday 23 June

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