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River Nene Railway Bridge – Swans on the River Nene loop from Peterborough

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River Nene Railway Bridge – Swans on the River Nene loop from Peterborough

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River Nene Railway Bridge – Swans on the River Nene loop from Peterborough

02:16

8.97km

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: June 26, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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7.33 km

River Nene Railway Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

The River Nene flows through the counties of Northamptonshire, Cambridgeshire, Lincolnshire, and Norfolk in Eastern England.

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7.38 km

Swans on the River Nene

Highlight • Viewpoint

follow the Henry Penn Walk, mapping has gone a bit crazy at this point!

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8.01 km

Open Book Display at Peterborough Cathedral

Highlight • Religious Site

The book celebrates 900 years of the cathedral, highlighting key events.

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8.08 km

The Norman Gate, also known as the Great Gate, Outer Gate, or Minster Foregate, serves as the primary entry point to the Galilee Court—the expansive area directly in front of the cathedral's west facade from Cathedral Square.

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8.08 km

Peterborough Cathedral and Cathedral Square

Highlight • Settlement

Peterborough is a vibrant metropolitan city most famous for its unique 12th-century cathedral. However, the city also boasts a thriving theatre scene, bustling centre, bars, restaurants, cafes and quirky shops. Peterborough is surrounded by some fabulous nature and has plenty of accommodation to help you explore.

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8.27 km

St John the Baptist Church

Highlight • Religious Site

St John the Baptist Church is a Grade I listed Church of England parish church in the city of Peterborough. It's in the middle of cathedral square and is an impressive late medieval church dating from 1407.

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8.43 km

Peterborough Museum and Art Gallery

Highlight • Monument

The Museum and Art Gallery houses the historical and art collections of the city of Peterborough. The Georgian townhouse has a Victorian operating theatre as well as fossil and civic art collections.

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8.97 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.71 km

1.00 km

722 m

434 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

5.36 km

1.29 km

802 m

794 m

722 m

Elevation

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Tuesday 30 June

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River Nene Railway Bridge – Swans on the River Nene loop from Peterborough

River Nene Railway Bridge

Swans on the River Nene

Open Book Display at Peterborough Cathedral

Norman Gate, Peterborough

Peterborough Cathedral and Cathedral Square

St John the Baptist Church

Peterborough Museum and Art Gallery

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