Monday 31st May 2021 10:30am

Starting from - Coate Water Country Park We start near the kiosk; if you come by car please ensure you pay the appropriate parking charge
, SN3 6AA

  • 10.9 miles
  • Mountain Bike, Hybrid (off road tyres), Hybrid (road tyres), Road
  • 2 hr 10 mins
  • Steady
  • Swindon
  • Children aged 8-15*, Children aged 11-15*, Adults 16+ only, Children aged 5-15*

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Led by experienced ride leaders, these rides are a great way to explore new places and to meet new people who enjoy cycling. They are suitable for all levels of experience, so whether you are a beginner or a seasoned cyclist, you can find a ride that is right for you.

Starting point

Coate Water Country Park

Swindon
Wiltshire
SN3 6AA

Coate Water Country Park

This 11 mile route explores some of Swindon's rich Railway heritage and lovely oak forests. Winding through the stunning Coate Water Country Park, over the "Helter Skelter" M4 bridge and onto the track bed of the Swindon to Marlborough Railway (now the National Cycle Network path 45).; The route passes the residential area Chisledon and the North Wessex Downs taking in the NCN 482 and the old Marlborough to Chisledon Railway Line.  The Three Trees café makes a great place to stop before returning back to Coate Water Country Park. Some sights of interest include the ancient Roman Road Swindon to Marlborough, a historic railway line which opened in in the 1880s, a WWI and WWII camp and part of an ancient complex network;of tracks that have existed since Neolithic times. 

Route rating

4.5 stars (24) Reviews

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