Brampton Valley Way
Go to online mappingFrom - To: Market Harborough - Northampton
Type: Disused railway path
Surface: Rolled stone paths
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Connecting the two towns via a high quality traffic-free path through the countryside, the Brampton Valley Way provides the perfect opportunity for a family day out. The route follows one of the longest dismantled railway paths in the country and was opened for recreational use in 1993.
Starting at the southern end of Britannia Walk, the path runs alongside Oaklands Park and crosses Scotland Road (take care). You soon then reach rolling open countryside, climbing gently to the marvellously spooky Oxenden tunnel (please use your lights) before crossing the flat valley of the little River Ise. From here, there are two detours where you can opt to visit local attractions such as Kelmarsh Hall, Brixworth Country Park and Lamport Steam Railway. There are also a number of pubs just off the route.
A free 'Routes around Market Harborough' leaflet illustrating suggested circular rides based on the path is available by calling Sustrans on tel: 0845 113 0065.
Download a route description sheet.
Local attractions:
- Kelmarsh Hall
- Cottesbrooke Hall, Northampton
- Lamport Hall
- Brixworth Country Park
- Northampton and Lamport Railway
Cycle hire:
- Pitsford Cycles, Brixworth Country Park