Join me for an epic 37km gravel cycling adventure around Rutland Water, one of the UK’s most beautiful cycling destinations. This full loop takes in the scenic shoreline trails, the famous Rutland Water Peninsula, and a stop at the iconic St Matthew’s Church, one of the area’s most photographed landmarks.
The route combines flowing gravel tracks, lakeside views, wildlife spotting opportunities, and plenty of classic Rutland scenery. Whether you’re looking for your next gravel ride, a family-friendly cycling destination, or inspiration for a weekend bikepacking trip, this route has something for everyone.
In this video:
âś… Full 37km Rutland Water loop
âś… Gravel cycling route guide
âś… Rutland Water Peninsula section
✅ St Matthew’s Church visit
âś… Route highlights and scenery
âś… Tips for riding around Rutland Water
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đź“Ť Location: Rutland Water, England
đźš´ Distance: 37km
⛰️ Terrain: Gravel tracks, cycle paths, and lakeside trails
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3 Comments
Have you ridden around Rutland Water before? 🚴‍♂️
The full loop came in at 37km and included the fantastic peninsula section plus a stop at the beautiful St Matthew’s Church. I'd love to know your favourite gravel routes in the UK—drop them in the comments below!
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Smashing tour of the water, Simon. All new to me so the background snippets were most welcome. You had a lovely day for it too.
I enjoyed that one, Simon. I can see why you did, too. There were bags of peace there early in the morning, mate. I reckon you missed most of the crowd. It's a bit like the Elan reservoirs – they flooded villages/ settlements also. People need water, eh? Well, good going. I won't marry you today, ha ha! All the best. Mark