The Long Melford Gravel Adventure
A gravel cycling route starting from Clare
Explore the natural beauty of the Suffolk countryside on this gravel route
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Embark on an 83-km gravel cycling adventure starting near Clare. Traverse the terrain of Long Melford and Polstead, with challenging climbs at Fordham and Gestingthorpe. This route is suitable for experienced gravel riders.
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83 km
483 m
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Start: Clare City centerClare: Relaxing rides through picturesque countryside
Clare is a locality situated in East Anglia, United Kingdom. From the perspective of a road and gravel cyclist, Clare offers a pleasant cycling experience. The locality features gentle rolling hills and beautiful countryside, creating scenic routes for leisurely rides. Additionally, there are well-maintained cycling paths in the area. However, Clare does not have any significant or famous climbs nearby, which might disappoint cyclists looking for more challenging ascents. Nonetheless, for relaxed rides through picturesque landscapes, Clare is a recommended destination.12 km
12 km
Long MelfordVillageVisit Long Melford, a village known for its half-timbered houses and impressive St. Catherine's Church.
32 km
32 km
PolsteadVillageCycle through Polstead, a peaceful village nestled in the Dedham Vale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
54 km
54 km
FordhamHamletExplore Fordham, a picturesque village with a 15th-century church and lovely countryside surroundings.
73 km
73 km
GestingthorpeVillageExperience the scenic views at Gestingthorpe, a small village known for its meadows and medieval history.
83 km
83 km
ClareTownStart and finish your adventure in Clare, where you can explore its historic architecture and enjoy riverside walks.
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83 km
Finish: Clare City centerClare: Relaxing rides through picturesque countryside
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