Gravel Loop

A gravel cycling route starting from Haydon Bridge

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Take your off-road cycling skills to the test on this thrilling gravel loop near Haydon Bridge.

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If you're a fan of off-road cycling, the Gravel Loop is the perfect route for you. This 48-kilometer loop offers 804 meters of ascent, making it a challenging adventure for experienced cyclists. The route showcases the rugged beauty of Northumberland and Tyne and Wear, taking you through Thorngrafton, a small village known for its history and natural surroundings; Simonburn, a charming hamlet with gorgeous landscapes; Newbrough, a picturesque village situated along the river Tyne; and Haydon Bridge itself, a historic town offering stunning views of the surrounding countryside. The Gravel Loop provides a diverse terrain, combining gravel tracks with scenic trails to provide an exciting and immersive off-road cycling experience.

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48 km

804 m

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Start: Haydon Bridge Village center

Haydon Bridge: Exploring the countryside of Haydon Bridge

Haydon Bridge, located in Northumberland and Tyne and Wear, United Kingdom, is suitable for cycling but not particularly famous for it. The locality offers roads suitable for road cycling, while limited options are available for gravel cycling. Haydon Bridge benefits from its close proximity to notable sites like Hadrian's Wall and the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, which provide cyclists with scenic routes and challenging climbs. Cyclists visiting Haydon Bridge can expect pleasant rides through charming countryside landscapes with some moderate cycling challenges.