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Rutland Water

Rutland Water

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Rutland Water

Hiking

5.0

(46)

Gravel riding

5.0

(1)

Cycling

5.0

(1)

Road cycling

5.0

(1)

Location: Exton And Horn, Rutland, East Midlands, England, United Kingdom

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Tips

November 11, 2025

Hiking

Great area for a hike. If you do not want to go the full circle alternatives to walking back on the same track are a bit limited.

July 19, 2021

Hiking

Rutland Water is the largest man made lake in England by surface area and is situated in more than 3,000 acres (1,214 ha) of rolling countryside. The lake is a hotspot for recreation and relaxation, affording ample opportunity for hiking, cycling, fishing and watersports. It is a great place for wildlife spotting and is often home to in excess of 25,000 waterfowl.

One of the most iconic features of the reservoir is Normanton Church, which was saved from demolition back in 1970 when plans were outlined to flood the area.

June 2, 2022

Hiking

If you are walking/cycling the full circuit on the track note that Barnsdale parking is £3 compared to £10 at the other car parks and the best refreshments are at the Rutland Nurseries Cafe between Manton and the Lynton reserve, or the Horse & Jockey pub in Manton who finished their refurbishment last week.

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Rutland Water – Barnsdale Bluebell Woodland loop from Whitwell

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View of Rutland Water – Rutland Water loop from Whitwell

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140m

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Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 90 m

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Max wind speed: 39.0 km/h

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Location: Exton And Horn, Rutland, East Midlands, England, United Kingdom

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