Cycling along the River Soar

River Soar at Ratcliffe. © Chris J Dixon - http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0/

The following sections of the towpath are open to cyclists. Please cycle with great care and courtesy to others, observing the Waterways Code for Cyclists. You must display a valid British Waterways permit on your cycle at all times, which you can download and print off below.

  • West Bridge, Leicester to Hope & Anchor Bridge (9.9 km): Take extra care - uneven grass towpath.
  • Mill Lane Bridge to Barrow Deep Lock (0.6 km): Well surfaced towpath.
  • Miller's Bridge to Zouch Road Bridge: Take extra care - subject to flooding in winter.
  • Zouch Road Bridge to Redhill Lock (10.3 km): Be prepared to lift bikes over fences. Path subject to flooding in winter.

Cycling routes

Towpath Stoppages

There are no stoppages reported at this time.