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Through the Forest Trail – Moors Valley Forest Trails loop from West Parley

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Bike touring routes & trails
United Kingdom
England
South West England
Dorset
East Dorset
West Parley

Through the Forest Trail – Moors Valley Forest Trails loop from West Parley

Moderate

5.0

(1)

9

riders

Through the Forest Trail – Moors Valley Forest Trails loop from West Parley

02:55

38.2km

140m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: June 12, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 19.3 km for 156 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

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1

5.26 km

The Narrow Wooden Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

Plenty of room but mountain bikes with wide handlebars might need to be more cautious.

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11.4 km

Whitehouse Wood

Forest

3

20.8 km

Through the Forest Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

The Through the Forest route is a great ride for somebody who has some basic off-road riding skills, but exciting enough for everyone. It’s a nice narrow single track that …

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4

21.2 km

Moors Valley Forest Trails

Highlight • MTB Park

Great loop through the forest all well maintained with some rocks and duckboards. Good for CX practice or a fun ride with the kids. Go to the reception/cafe from the …

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5

23.0 km

Castleman Trailway

Highlight • Trail

The Castleman Trailway used to be part of the railway line running between Dorchester and Southampton. It is named after Charles Castleman, who was responsible for building the railway. The …

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6

23.3 km

The Castleman Trailway

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

The Castleman Trailway was once part of the railway connecting Dorchester to Southampton and is named after Charles Castleman, the man who oversaw its construction. The railway ceased operations in …

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7

25.6 km

Buds & Beans Cafe

Highlight • Cafe

Great little cafe. One of our ‘go to’ pit stops on our cycle rides. Tables and chairs outside for the warmer days. Very friendly and welcoming owners.

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8

27.8 km

The Forest Inn

Highlight • Other

B

38.2 km

End point

Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

10.9 km

8.88 km

7.72 km

4.58 km

3.56 km

2.29 km

263 m

Surfaces

17.6 km

13.3 km

4.67 km

2.53 km

< 100 m

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