Rutland Water: the Hambleton peninsula
Round the peninsula that juts into one of the largest reservoirs in England.
- Distance
- 7.7 km
- Ascent
- 100 m
- Time
- 2–2.5 h
- Grade
- Easy
- Route
- Circular
- High point
- 130 m
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About this walk
Rutland Water: the Hambleton peninsula is an easy 7.7 km circular walk with 100 m of ascent, taking 2 to 2.5 hours. It starts at Hambleton (grid reference SK 900 075).
Rutland Water is one of the largest reservoirs in England, and the Hambleton peninsula reaches into the middle of it, with the village of Hambleton on its spine. The loop follows the shore all the way round, with the water on one side the whole time.
It's flat and popular with families and cyclists, and the reservoir is a nature reserve well known for its ospreys in summer.
Route
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Round the peninsula
Follow the shore track all the way round the peninsula.
Summit
Questions about this walk
- How long does Rutland Water: the Hambleton peninsula take?
- Most walkers take 2–2.5 hours for the 7.7 km route, which has 100 m of ascent. That allows for short stops; give yourself longer in winter, in poor weather or with a group.
- Where does the walk start, and where can I park?
- It starts at Hambleton (grid reference SK 900 075). Roadside parking in Hambleton, or the pay car parks round the reservoir.
- Can I get there by public transport?
- Buses to Oakham, 4 km away. Check times on Traveline.
- How hard is it?
- It's graded easy. Surfaced and gravel tracks, shared with cyclists.
- Can I take my dog?
- Yes, dogs are welcome on this walk. Keep them on a lead near livestock.
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