Dorcan to Roves Farm and Nightingale Woods

The route is 11 miles of quiet roads and great cycle paths. Riding through North East Swindon to the fantastic White Hart Bridge. There's a small climb up over the busy roundabout - over the A420 and under the A419; but your climb is rewarded with amazing views of the Ridgeway. After edging past this popular shopping district, you intersect the path leading to the nearby Gablecross Police Station passing through peaceful countryside to South Marston and Sevenhampton. Other sights of interest include Oxford University's new Bodleian Library storage facility, Oxleaze Woods and the SEVOR solar farm. We arrive at Roves Farm, a great stopping point to meet and feed the animals and there’s a fabulous tea room. The return route passes through Nightingale Woods where you can explore its Trim Trail, bird hide and Dog Dip before returning to Dorcan Recreational Complex.

A gentle ride from Dorcan to Rove's farm via Nightingale woods.

Quiet roads and cycle paths.

Stopping at Roves Farm

With the changing seasons, check the weather forcast. Bring spare inner tube and a spanner for your bike wheels (if used).

First timers welcome. We never leave anyone behind.