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View of Pitsford Reservoir – Brampton Valley Way loop from Creaton

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Northamptonshire

View of Pitsford Reservoir – Brampton Valley Way loop from Creaton

Moderate

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54

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View of Pitsford Reservoir – Brampton Valley Way loop from Creaton

03:36

43.5km

300m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: October 15, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 3.30 km for 81 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Parking

1

6.57 km

Brampton Valley Way

Highlight • Trail

The Brampton Valley Way is a 14-mile (22 km) traffic-free trail between Northampton and Market Harborough, following a disused railway line. It’s popular with cyclists, walkers, and horse riders thanks to its mostly flat, scenic route through countryside and woodland.

Tip by

2

7.73 km

View from Merry Tom Lane Summit

Highlight • Summit

Great views from the top of Merry Tom Lane

Tip by

3

10.9 km

View of Pitsford Reservoir

Highlight • Lake

Get up close to the Pitsford Water dam and enjoy expansive views over the glassy waters.

Tip by

4

13.5 km

View of Pitsford Arm

Highlight • Lake

Great spot to take in the views across Pitsford Arm.

Tip by

5

19.1 km

Pitsford Water Woodland Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Lake

Steep slippery sections at each end. Watch out for dog walkers.

Tip by

6

22.0 km

Merry Tom Lane

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

7

28.4 km

Brampton Valley Way

Highlight (Segment) • Structure

The Bampton Valley Way is a 14-mile (22.5km) disused railway trail between Northampton and Market Harborough. It's a well surfaced multi-user trail, perfect for easy rides, families or as part …

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8

29.3 km

Pitsford and Brampton Old Station

Highlight • Historical Site

Some old trains are stationed on this old train station. the nearby pub is very nice and it's just a short stroll from there...

Tip by

B

43.5 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

23.5 km

8.48 km

7.23 km

2.12 km

1.37 km

836 m

Surfaces

26.1 km

9.48 km

4.37 km

2.74 km

819 m

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