Rutland Water Challenge Map and Guide

Rutland Water is the UK's largest man-made lake, set in 4,200 acres of parkland. It has four official recreation centers and nature reserves, picturesque villages, and the town of Oakham. The Rutland Water Challenge Map and Guide is a 25k scale OS-like map with the Challenge route specially highlighted. It includes local hostelries, three walking routes, and GPS track and waypoints as a gpx file. The map is available as a free digital Custom Map download for Garmin GPS users. It is printed on a 100 micron plastic substrate using a special UV curing inks process, making it waterproof, tearproof, and fully recyclable.

Format: Sheet map
Length: 30 pages
Publication date: 18 July 2022
Publisher: Discovery Walking Guides Ltd

Rutland Water, the largest man-made lake in the UK, is nestled within 4,200 acres of picturesque parkland, offering a serene and captivating introduction to long-distance walking. With its wide, hard-surfaced walkway, Rutland Water provides an ideal starting point for those seeking to explore the beauty of the countryside on foot.

The lake is home to four official recreation centers and nature reserves, including the Rutland Osprey Project, which is dedicated to the conservation of these magnificent birds. Adding to its charm are picturesque villages, such as Oakham, that offer a warm and welcoming atmosphere to visitors. Rutland Water has quickly gained popularity as a sought-after daycation destination, attracting both locals and tourists alike.

To enhance the walking experience, the Rutland Water Challenge Map and Guide is available. This comprehensive map, designed on a 25k scale, resembles an OS map, with the Challenge route specially highlighted. It is licensed from Ordnance Survey (OS) mapping, which is then doubled in size to create a 25k map that is easier to read during the Rutland Water Challenge. The features, text, and logos on the map are also enlarged, making them more visible and legible.

In addition to the Challenge route, the map includes additional details such as local hostelries, walking routes, and GPS track and waypoints. The Hambleton Peninsula route is 8.3kms, the Circular route is 24.5kms, and the full Challenge route is 36kms. Each of these routes is accompanied by a GPS track and waypoints in a gpx file format, which can be downloaded for free. These gpx files can be used on various GPS phone apps and GPS units, allowing walkers to navigate with precision and convenience.

The Rutland Water Challenge Map is designed to be user-friendly, with 33 waypoints of the full Challenge route highlighted on the map. For Garmin GPS users, a free digital Custom Map download is also available, allowing them to utilize the map's features directly on their devices. On the reverse side of the map sheet, a Locator Map using OS OpenData is provided, showcasing the location of Rutland Water and its access points relative to a wide area of England.

The result is a double-sided 600mm by 600mm map design, printed on a 100 micron plastic substrate. This high-quality print ensures that the map is durable, long-lasting, and easy to use. Whether you are a seasoned walker or a beginner looking for a new adventure, the Rutland Water Challenge Map and Guide is an essential tool for your Rutland Water exploration.

So, pack your walking shoes, grab your map, and embark on a journey of discovery at Rutland Water. Experience the tranquility of the lake, the beauty of the countryside, and the thrill of a challenging walking route. Rutland Water is waiting to be explored, and with this map as your guide, you are sure to have an unforgettable experience.

Weight: 50g
Dimension: 220 x 120 x 5 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781782750833