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Thornton Reservoir – Thornton Reservoir loop from England

Thornton Reservoir – Thornton Reservoir loop from England

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Thornton Reservoir – Thornton Reservoir loop from England

01:54

40.7km

320m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 1, 2026

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After 19.0 km for 288 m

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1.43 km

Stoney Stanton Quarryman Sculpture

Highlight • Structure

After the tree was felled at Stoney Stanton, the parish council decided to do something with the remaining trunk.

After consulting with residents in the area, it was decided that a sculpture of a quarryman would be made out of the trunk.

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3.14 km

Smooth Road for Cycling

Highlight • Cycleway

5.29 km

View from Croft Hill

Highlight • Viewpoint

19.2 km

Thornton Reservoir

Highlight • Natural

Thornton Reservoir nestles in a picturesque National Forest valley and is home to much wildlife, including mammals, birds, butterflies and dragonflies. There is a traffic free trail all around the reservoir, which makes for a lovely walk.

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19.6 km

Thornton Reservoir

Highlight • Lake

Reservoir Road runs alongside Thornton Reservoir offering wide open views of the water and surrounding countryside.

The reservoir, built in the 19th century, is a vital water supply for the region and is home to a variety of wildlife, making it a popular spot for birdwatching.

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19.9 km

Thornton Reservoir

Highlight • Forest

Nice scenic ride around to reservoir itself, also has a forest section for those looking for a bit more of a challenge.

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39.9 km

Stoney Cove National Dive Centre

Highlight • Lake

Stoney Cove is a large flooded quarry that hosts the UK National Dive Centre. There is a heated pool for dive training, and the bed of the cove is described as an underwater adventure park!

Above the surface, there is a pub/cafe and it's also a great spot to catch a glimpse of peregrine falcons/

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40.7 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

39.3 km

1.01 km

293 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

27.1 km

13.2 km

225 m

100 m

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Thornton Reservoir – Thornton Reservoir loop from England

Stoney Stanton Quarryman Sculpture

Smooth Road for Cycling

View from Croft Hill

Thornton Reservoir

Thornton Reservoir

Thornton Reservoir

Stoney Cove National Dive Centre

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