Melton Mowbray – Bingham

Route overview

Riders suited to moderate distance with rolling terrain and some climbing over 67.6km.

67.6km loop from Melton Mowbray through villages in England with 461m climbing.

Starting near Melton Mowbray at around 210m elevation, the route heads through Sysonby and Thorpe Arnold before reaching Wycomb and Scalford at roughly 140m elevation. The first climb begins near 3.6km with a 1.4km section gaining 40m at an average gradient of 2.8%. The route continues past Eastwell and Eaton to Knipton and Belvoir near Blackberry Hill at 166m. After Redmile and Barkestone the route passes Plungar and Granby dropping to its lowest point of 20m around 30.8km. It then climbs again from near 39.7km for 1.8km with a 94m gain at 5.3%, reaching a high point around 47km at 167m. The route continues through villages including Harby, Goadby Marwood, and Burton Lazars to return to Melton Mowbray. The profile includes rolling terrain with two notable climbs and an overall 461m elevation gain. Several cafes and restaurants are available close to Melton Mowbray, and fuel stations near the start and around 37.8km at T Junction Cafe. Recorded temperatures in August are approximately 12°C, making this a cooler summer ride option.

Highlights

• Blackberry Hill at 166m
• Two climbs: 1.4km at 2.8%, 1.8km at 5.3%
• Low point near Granby at 20m
• Villages: Melton Mowbray, Bingham loop route

Practical information

Surface

Paved

Route shape

Loop

Riding time

2½–4 hours riding

Season

Aug

Know before you go

• Max climb gradient 8.4%
• Limited warm temperatures, 12°C in August

Routes are for inspiration. Roads, surfaces and conditions change — check locally and ride within your limits.