Brixworth Country Park

11.2 miles (18 km)

A circular cycle or walk around the expansive Brixworth Country Park in Northamptonshire. Pitsford Reservoir is the main feature of the park.... It is the 34th largest body of water in England and Wales and has a fabulous cycle and walking path running around the perimeter and a Nature Reserve at the northern end. There is also a sensory garden and a sculpture trail.
The route below visits the pretty villages surrounding the reservoir including Brixworth, Walgrave and Scaldwell. Cycle hire is available at the western end of the park and there is also a cafe for refreshments.
You can start the walk from the ample car park at postcode NN6 9DG for your sat navs. The park is located close to both Northampton and Wellingborough.
Postcode: NN6 9DG
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The on site Willow Tree cafe sells a good range of meals and some delicious ice cream.
A few miles to the west of the park there's more waterside walking opportunities at Hollowell Reservoir and Ravensthorpe Reservoir.
The Northamptonshire Round long distance circular walk starts in the park. The Brampton Valley Way cycling and walking trail also passes the park.
For more country park walking head south east and you will soon come to the pretty lake at Sywell Country Park.
For more walking ideas in the area see the Northamptonshire Walks page.

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Brixworth Country Park - geograph.org.uk - 61023
Brixworth Country Park. Seen from the picnic area looking NNE.
Shoreline of Reservoir - geograph.org.uk - 61006
Shoreline of Reservoir. The shoreline referred to in the title is bottom right of the image. Yachts on Pitsford Water can be seen in the distance.
Causeway, Pitsford Water. - geograph.org.uk - 61059
Causeway, Pitsford Water. The north end of Pitsford Water can be seen behind the causeway.
Pitsford Water - geograph.org.uk - 60997
Pitsford Water

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