THE ROUTE

The cycle route follows as nearly as is practicable the historical route of Queen Eleanor's 1290 funeral procession which left Harby and proceeded South from Lincoln in November 1290 using the Roman Road, Ermine Street.

The route follows cyclist-friendly roads and tracks, entering London via the Lea Valley and City, ultimatey to the magnificent Westminster Abbey, Eleanor's final resting place. It is suitable for cyclists of varying ability and has been gently honed over 4 years of enjoyable cycling. The route takes in the best of the English countryside in Lincolnshire , Northamptonshire, Bedfordshire, Hertfordshire and into London, via some of the most interesting and attractive historical places.

To travel the route we would recommend taking 3-4 days, although any part of the route could be enjoyed as a day ride.

Daily mileages for the group event are approximately:

Friday - 34 miles (Harby to Grantham)

Saturday - 58 miles (Grantham to Geddington)

Sunday - 64 miles (Geddington to Dunstable)

Monday - 52 miles (Dunstable to London)