Water Rail Way
Go to online mappingFrom - to: Waterside South Bridge, Lincoln to Kirkstead Bridge near Woodhall Spa
Type: Flat and traffic-free
Access: Lincoln Central Rail Station, Lincoln Bus Station
Surface: Mostly tarmac, the bridleway section south east of Bardney can be muddy when wet
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Following the route of the former Lincoln to Boston Railway Line, this route leaves Lincoln alongside the River Witham and passes Washingborough, Bardney and Southrey on the way to Kirkstead Bridge. Here, you can take roads into the village of Woodhall Spa or continue on the Water Rail Way to Langrick Bridge and Boston.
The Water Rail Way passes through vast fenland landscapes with long views and expansive skies. The route also features a sculpture trail including artworks inspired by the poetry of Alfred, Lord Tennyson and also by the local environment and animal breeds.
Flat and almost entirely traffic-free, this route offers lots of good turnaround points if you don't want to travel the full distance.
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