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Two mountain bike riders on a singletrack forest trail
Cycling & mountain biking

Kiddens is one of two blue-graded cycle trails. Kiddens is a a good progression from Spicers, offering more challenging terrain with greater changes in gradient.

Helmets must always...

male mountain biker in woodland
Cycling & mountain biking

At just over double the length of the Maid Marion Cycle route, the Robin Hood Adventure Cycle Trail explores a little further afield in Sherwood Pines.  

At seven miles long this...

A mountain bike rider on a forest cycle trail. The rider is wearing pink clothes and a white helmet, cycling through young conifer trees.
Cycling & mountain biking

Having mastered our shorter trails, this five mile off-road route takes you around the whole site through a mixture of trees and woods. 

You can improve your skills and fitness...

Ambassador riding
Cycling & mountain biking

This is a longer mountain bike ride for experts only: a combination of fast flowing single track, technical features, challenging climbs and tricky descents.

You will start in Low...

family on a child friendly cycling trail
Cycling & mountain biking

Delamere Forest offers a fantastic opportunity for natural cycling.

There are two cycling routes marked out within the forest, both are classified as forest road routes. More...

Autumn viewpoint at Haldon Forest Park

Whether you want a quiet gentle stroll or an exhilarating mountain biking experience, there’s something for you at Haldon Forest Park. Only 15 minutes from Exeter and Newton Abbot...

A mountain bike rider on a forest cycle trail. The rider is wearing pink clothes and a white helmet, cycling through young conifer trees.
Cycling & mountain biking

The Ridge Ride trail follows the Haldon Ridge and explores some of the most beautiful parts of the forest. This is a technical, fast and flowing trail with tight corners and lively...

Two mountain bike riders on a forest cycle trail
Cycling & mountain biking

Whether you've just bought your first bike, or you're happy shredding through rock gardens, Haldon Forest Park offers fantastic natural cycling and progression for your off-road...

children cycling on family friendly trail
Cycling & mountain biking

Located near Low Dalby along the Ellerburn Trail, the cycle skills area is a series of technical loops ranging from green through to red grading, where you can test your ability to...

Family of three riding bikes on a forest trail
Cycling & mountain biking

If you are looking for a safe, off-road and family friendly cycle route then come to Fineshade Woods. The easiest of our routes is five miles which starts and finishes at the top...

Rider on cycling trail in the Forest of Dean

The Forest of Dean Cycle Centre is the one of the most popular trail centres in the UK. If you're looking for a forest adventure, we have trails for cyclists of all abilities. 

With...

Whinlatter cycling
Cycling & mountain biking

Grab your helmet and set out along the Gorse trail! This waymarked 10km route, sticking mostly to well-surfaced forest roads, takes you to the best parts of the forest and explores...

Sun rays through trees

The Wharncliffe Woods steep terrain creates a popular venue for both mountain biking and strenuous walking, without going to the Peak District!

The Woods have a rich post...

group of ladies on mountain bikes in a forest
Cycling & mountain biking

British Cycling and Forestry England have teamed up to offer free, women-only group cycle rides for all abilities in the nation’s forests. 

Every group ride is led by a qualified...

Sun shining through the trees in a pine forest

The forest classrooms are great for birthday party celebrations, school visits, holiday clubs, workshops or a small meeting.  On the edge of the forest and only a short walk to the...

child friendly cycling page
Cycling & mountain biking

Bumps and bends will give you a feel for off-road cycling and how to handle the terrain.

Helmets must always be worn while riding. Read more about how we grade cycle trails.

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Mountain biker in Hamsterley Forest
Cycling & mountain biking

An intense section of single track with technical climbs and descents. The route starts in Low Dalby on the Jubilee Blue trail to then switch to the Adderstone Green trail, and...

Skills area at Haldon
Cycling & mountain biking

Develop your confidence and skill with a taster of some of the features you will find on our cycling trails. Features include graded options to help you progress at your pace.

Helme...

Two parents and a young child cycling in Salcey Forest
Cycling & mountain biking

Salcey Forest is a delight to discover on bike. This trail provides a fantastic opportunity for family cycling in the great outdoors!

The route is relatively flat, wide and smooth...

Mountain biker racing in Hamsterley Forest
Cycling & mountain biking

Whether you've just bought your first bike, or you're happy shredding through rock gardens, Grizedale Forest offers a fantastic opportunity for natural cycling.

Our famous...

Couple on bikes
News
30 September 2022

Cycling is one of the most enjoyable ways to enjoy the nation’s forests and is also great for your health as you grow older.

Two parents and a young child cycling in Salcey Forest

Family friendly off-road routes in the forest

Discover green spaces, dedicated cycling trails, skills areas and beginner mountain bike trails perfect for starting your children on...

Dalby cycling on the world cup trail
Cycling & mountain biking

This is a technical world-class course, only for the best and most expert. There are many steep climbs and challenging descents, including the very rapid descent on Medusa's Drop...

Skills Loop at Sherwood Pines
Cycling & mountain biking

No cars, buses or lorries will get in your way here - located near the start of the Disc Golf course, this small area of trail is a great place to practice and improve your skill...

Child cycling through forest
Cycling & mountain biking

The Maid Marion Family Cycle route is a four-mile circular route that starts close to Sherwood Pines Cycles and loops through the forest on the extensive all-weather network. 

Tak...

group of ladies on mountain bikes in a forest
Cycling & mountain biking

British Cycling and Forestry England have teamed up to offer free, women-only group cycle rides for all abilities in the nation’s forests. Every group ride is led by a qualified Br...

group of ladies on mountain bikes in a forest
Cycling & mountain biking

British Cycling and Forestry England have teamed up to offer free, women-only group cycle rides for all abilities in the nation’s forests. 

Every group ride is led by a qualified...

Autumnal forest scene with golden leaves on the trees and ground

With way marked trails for woodland walks, children’s play areas, Go Ape, orienteering trails and even a dog activity trail, you will not be stuck for something to do at Cannock...

A family of four cycling on forest trail
Cycling & mountain biking

Enjoy a gentle family cycle ride in a beautiful woodland setting.

This scenic trail is suitable for intermediate cyclists with basic off-road riding skills, and follows 9km of...

group of ladies on mountain bikes in a forest

British Cycling and Forestry England have teamed up to offer free, women-only group cycle rides for all abilities. Every ride is led by a qualified Breeze into the Forest champion...

group of ladies on mountain bikes in a forest
Cycling & mountain biking

British Cycling and Forestry England have teamed up to offer free, women-only group cycle rides for all abilities in the nation’s forests. Every group ride is led by a qualified Br...

Mountain biker
Cycling & mountain biking

The Outlaw Trail flows through the forest linking broadleaf and pine woodland with Heathland and clear fell sites.

The trail is virtually 100% single track, the only time your...