The Sherwood Gravel Discovery
A gravel cycling route starting from Bircotes
A challenging off-road route with natural and historic highlights
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Discover the Sherwood Gravel Discovery, an 84 km off-road cycling route starting near Bircotes. With a total ascent of 474 meters, this route offers a combination of natural beauty and historic highlights. Highlights along the route include Blyth, a village with a rich history and charming atmosphere, Kings Clipstone, surrounded by picturesque forests and nature reserves, Nether Langwith, known for its unique blend of historical and natural attractions, Woodsetts, offering a tranquil retreat from the bustling city life, and Harworth, famous for its mining past. Cyclists can challenge themselves on the gravel terrain while exploring the stunning nature and distinct historical landmarks.
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84 km
474 m
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Highlights on the route
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Start: Bircotes Village centerBircotes: Access to famous climbs and iconic cycling locations in the Peak District.
Bircotes is a locality situated in Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire, United Kingdom. As a road and gravel cyclist, Bircotes offers a mix of flat and hilly routes that cater to different preferences and abilities. The surrounding area features several well-known climbs, such as Holme Moss and Mam Tor, which offer a challenge to more experienced riders. Bircotes is within close proximity to iconic cycling locations in the Peak District, making it a great home base for exploring the region. Cyclists can enjoy the beautiful countryside scenery and choose from a variety of route options with varying difficulty levels.5 km
5 km
BlythVillageBlyth welcomes cyclists with its historical charm and fascinating stories from the past.
42 km
42 km
Kings ClipstoneVillageKings Clipstone offers a peaceful and scenic surrounding with its forests and nature reserves.
53 km
53 km
Nether LangwithVillageNether Langwith features a unique blend of history and nature that will captivate cyclists along the route.
70 km
70 km
WoodsettsVillageWoodsetts provides a tranquil escape from urban life and a chance to immerse in serene surroundings.
82 km
82 km
HarworthTownHarworth, with its mining heritage, is an essential highlight bringing to light the area's industrial past and culture.
84 km
84 km
Finish: Bircotes Village centerBircotes: Access to famous climbs and iconic cycling locations in the Peak District.
Cycling routes from Bircotes:
The Doncaster Road Tour The Wiseton Loop The Sherwood Gravel Discovery Bircotes to Worksop Circuit Bircotes to Barnburgh Loop Bircotes to Tickhill Castle Gravel Adventure Bircotes to Retford Out-and-Back Bircotes to Bawtry Loop The Sherwood Gravel Adventure The Peak District Climbing Challenge The Castle Loop
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