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Gravel Adventure: Long Buckby Loop


A gravel cycling route starting from Long Buckby

Venture into the scenic gravel paths near Long Buckby

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The Gravel Adventure: Long Buckby Loop is a thrilling gravel cycling route, perfect for those looking for an off-road adventure. With a distance of 100 km and an ascent of 695 meters, it offers a moderate level of difficulty. The route takes you through various terrains, including picturesque villages and scenic countryside. Starting from Long Buckby, the highlight of the route is Daventry, located 90 km into the ride. Daventry offers an immersive experience in nature with its beautiful parks and nature reserves. Overall, the Long Buckby Loop provides a unique and exhilarating gravel cycling experience.

gravel
100 km
695 m
Tough
Route profile

Highlights on the route

Start: Long Buckby Village center
Long Buckby: Long Buckby: Explore road and gravel routes in a tranquil countryside setting.
Long Buckby is a locality located in Leicestershire, Rutland, and Northamptonshire, United Kingdom. For cyclists, Long Buckby offers a range of road and gravel routes through the surrounding countryside. Road cyclists can enjoy quiet country roads and scenic landscapes, while gravel cyclists can explore off-road trails and paths. Long Buckby does not have any well-known cycling-related spots or famous climbs nearby, but it offers a peaceful environment for cyclists to enjoy their rides.
Long BuckbyVillage
Long Buckby serves as the starting and ending point of the route, with various amenities to support your adventure.
Weedon BecRuins
Weedon Bec is a charming village with a tranquil canal and historic buildings.
GaytonVillage
Gayton is a small village surrounded by beautiful countryside, ideal for a scenic rest stop.
TowcesterTown
Towcester is a historic market town famous for its racecourse and rich cultural heritage.
SilverstoneVillage
Silverstone is universally recognized as a leading racing circuit, fueling the adrenaline of motorsport enthusiasts worldwide.
Water StratfordVillage
Water Stratford offers a picturesque setting with a charming village green, ideal for a relaxing break.
SulgraveVillage
Sulgrave is a quintessential English village with historic houses and a beautiful church.
Preston CapesVillage
Preston Capes is a rural village with idyllic cottages, surrounded by scenic landscapes.
DaventryTown
Daventry is a town known for its vibrant community and an array of recreational activities.
Finish: Long Buckby Village center
Long Buckby: Long Buckby: Explore road and gravel routes in a tranquil countryside setting.

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