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Malmesbury Abbey – Malmesbury High Street loop from Ford

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South West England

Malmesbury Abbey – Malmesbury High Street loop from Ford

Moderate

3.0

(1)

13

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Malmesbury Abbey – Malmesbury High Street loop from Ford

02:35

42.6km

290m

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: August 18, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through protected areas

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The Cotswolds National Landscape

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

1

239 m

Bridge Over the Bybrook River

Highlight • Bridge

A small pretty village. There are no shops but it does have a pub, the White Hart on the banks of the Bybrook River next to the bridge.

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2

1.17 km

Bridlepath to Long Dean

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Really enjoyable bridlepath leading down through the fields and woods to Long Dean. At the right time of year, the woods are coated with a carpet of wild garlic, perfect for foraging!

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3

7.39 km

Grittleton House

Highlight • Historical Site

Lovely roads and gravel paths. A good pub nearby, too!

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4

20.5 km

Malmesbury Abbey

Highlight • Historical Site

Built in the 12th Century, Malmesbury Abbey is a great place to explore. You can visit the tomb of King Athelstan as well as a 15th Century bible. The abbey is open everyday from 9am to 5pm.

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5

21.1 km

River Avon Garden View

Highlight • Viewpoint

pretty place to have a quick stop

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6

21.6 km

Malmesbury Market Cross and Abbey

Highlight • Religious Site

A lovely town located on the Wiltshire cycleway. Features a lovely abbey as well as lots of independent shops and cafes. Would particularly recommend the Summer Café or The Birdcage. …

Tip by

7

21.8 km

Malmesbury High Street

Highlight • Settlement

pleasant place to visit on a ride

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8

38.7 km

St. Margaret's Church, Yatton Keynell

Highlight • Religious Site

Lovely place to have a quick rest

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B

42.6 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

39.9 km

1.92 km

580 m

195 m

Surfaces

22.8 km

19.0 km

541 m

195 m

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Highest point (130 m)

Lowest point (60 m)

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