Temporary closure on Route 64 (Skellingthorpe to Harby)
A section of Route 64 adjacent to Jerusalem Road Bridge in Skellingthorpe will be closed from 1 to 12 June 2026 while essential utility works are carried out by Anglian Water. The closure will be in place for up to two weeks, although the path will reopen when work is not taking place on site.
The works involve replacing a failing buried water valve located next to the route. This work was originally scheduled earlier in the year but was postponed due to emergency flooding response elsewhere in the network.
A signed diversion will not be provided, however it is possible to walk around the closure using local roads and footpaths. Signage will be in place on site.
Route 64 starts out on the Northamptonshire-Leicestershire border at the pretty town of Market Harborough where it travels north. The route resumes at, Melton Mowbray, which is well worth a stop-off. Known as the home of the pork pie, there is a farmer's market here every Tuesday which dates back to 1077. The route continues until there is a gap around Bottesford where the route then continues onto Newark-on-Trent.
Please note
We have taken all responsible steps to ensure that these routes are safe and achievable by people with a reasonable level of fitness.
However, all outdoor activities involve a degree of risk. To the extent permitted by law, Walk Wheel Cycle Trust accepts no responsibility for any accidents or injury resulting from following these routes.
Walking and cycling routes change over time. Weather conditions may also affect path surfaces.
Please use your own judgement when using the routes based upon the weather and the ability, experience and confidence levels of those in your group.