Cycle Trails

Belvoir Route

Explore this beautiful and quiet corner of Leicestershire. The quiet country lanes and old county roads provide great cycling opportunities. The undulating landscape provides a challenge and excellent views across the Vale of Belvior.

detailed map of start

1:50000 map of start

regional map of start

Vital Statistics

Surface - Mostly all weather surface, rough and rutted in places
Type of Route - circular
Distance - 16 miles (26km)
Difficulty Level - tough
% Off-Road - 50%
Parking - The Rutland Arms CP (with permission from the landlord)
Public Toilets - no
Refreshments - pubs in Croxton Kerrial, Branston, Eaton, Woolsthorpe, Post Office/small shop in Woolsthorpe, Croxton Kerrial and Eaton.
Other Routes to Try - Burrough Hill

Did you know?

The pub with two names Rutland Arms aka Dirty Duck, was built around 1750, half a century before the canal so was more frequented by cattle drovers than the navvies.

further information

Contact: Rights of Way Team,
footpaths@leics.gov.uk
0116 305 7083

Last Updated:
25 May 2007