Uncover the natural beauty of Rutland Water Reserve with CycleScapesUK! 🚴♂️🌊 In this video, join us on an exciting bike ride through the picturesque landscapes of Rutland Water, a haven for cycling enthusiasts, families, and nature lovers.
Rutland Water is one of the UK’s most beautiful reservoirs and an iconic cycling destination in the East Midlands. With over 23 miles of cycle paths surrounding the water, it offers the perfect mix of flat sections, gentle climbs, woodland tracks, and open-water views. Whether you’re looking for a relaxing family ride, a training loop, or a full-day cycling adventure, Rutland Water delivers the best of all worlds.
In this ride, we take you on a full journey across some of the most scenic sections of the reserve, capturing drone footage, GoPro highlights, and real cycling moments. From the famous Normanton Church standing gracefully on the water’s edge, to the vast stretches of woodland and open countryside, this ride showcases why Rutland Water is a top UK cycling location.
🚴 Highlights of this ride:
Starting the ride from the main visitor centre and setting off along the lakeside path
Stunning views of Normanton Church – one of the most photographed landmarks in Rutland
Family-friendly trails with safe off-road cycling paths
Wildlife spotting opportunities – Rutland Water is a nature reserve known for its birdwatching, especially ospreys 🦅
Smooth tarmac paths mixed with scenic gravel and woodland trails
Beautiful picnic spots and rest areas around the water
🌍 Why Rutland Water?
Rutland Water is more than just a reservoir – it’s a cycling and outdoor paradise. Surrounded by countryside, it’s perfect for:
Family bike rides with kids 🚴♀️
Road cyclists training on flat circuits 🛣️
Mountain bikers & gravel riders looking for fun off-road trails 🚵
Day trips & adventures combining cycling, walking, and water sports 🌊
⚡ Ride Details:
Location: Rutland Water, East Midlands, UK
Route type: Circular
Distance covered: approx. 23 miles (full loop)
Difficulty: Easy to moderate (suitable for families and leisure riders)
Bike used: MTB / Hybrid bikes 🚴♂️
💡 Tips for your own Rutland Water Ride:
Parking is available at several car parks around the reservoir
Bike hire is available on-site if you don’t bring your own
Carry water and snacks – though there are cafés and stops around the route
If riding with kids, plan shorter sections and enjoy the picnic areas
Bring a camera – the views are unforgettable! 📸
🎥 About CycleScapesUK
We are a UK-based family cycling channel sharing the best cycling routes, trails, and adventures across the UK. From reservoirs and forests to city redways and countryside escapes, we bring you along for every ride. Our videos combine real-time riding footage, route tips, and scenery highlights to inspire you to get out on two wheels.
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📌 Chapters:
0:00 Introduction
0:45 Starting the ride at the Visitor Centre
2:30 Lakeside cycling trail
5:15 Normanton Church views
8:20 Gravel & woodland trails
12:00 Wildlife spotting
15:30 Picnic stop
20:00 Final stretch & ride summary
💬 Have you cycled at Rutland Water? Share your experience in the comments below – we’d love to hear your favourite routes and stops!
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