This route has been plotted by MTB EPICS to take in the tastiest trails through the Cotswolds, to provide an awesome 322km / 200 mile long XC MTB ride with 6,480 metres of climbing!.
Starting in the city of Bath, the route heads north into the stunning Cotswolds AONB, this route was created with the purpose of linking the many fun descents this area offers. There are over 25 significant downhills, as it crosses through Somerset, Wiltshire, Gloucestershire, Worcestershire, Warwickshire and back again.
You will encounter a huge array of trail gems over the 200 mile distance, taking in bridleways, byways, singletrack, woodland, urban and surprisingly a fair bit of purpose-built MTB trails..
But beware! this is a tough route for bike and rider, with a high technical aspect in some sections and many steep trails, up and down, laden with rocks and roots
Read MBR's ride article here
Route type: Long Distance circular