Three Castles Path Crossroads
Three Castles Path Crossroads
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Three Castles Path Crossroads
Mountain biking
4.9
(42)
Gravel riding
5.0
(1)
Road cycling
5.0
(1)
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4.8
(17)
35
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36.3km
02:36
390m
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Embark on a moderate mountain bike adventure through the Avington Park, King Alfred's Way & Watercress Way loop from Winchester. This 22.6-mile (36.3 km) route, which you can complete in about 2 hours and 36 minutes, offers a diverse ride with 1285 feet (392 metres) of elevation gain. You will navigate varied terrain, including quiet roads, tarmac cycle routes, and significant off-road sections. Expect to encounter chalk downlands, rolling hills, dense forests, and open meadows, all while enjoying panoramic views across picturesque river valleys like the Itchen and Meon. The trail also features gravel paths, chalky singletrack, and portions of old railway lines, providing a rich mix of surfaces for your ride. A highlight is cycling through the scenic Avington Park, adding a tranquil element to your journey.
This loop is rated as moderate, suggesting it is accessible to mountain bikers with a reasonable level of fitness and skill. The varied terrain includes chalk downlands, rolling hills, and dense forests, so a mountain bike or gravel bike is recommended for the mixed surfaces. Touring bikes might struggle on some of the off-road sections. Be prepared for a blend of quiet roads, tarmac cycle routes, and significant off-road segments, including gravel paths and chalky singletrack. The route is generally peaceful, offering beautiful countryside views throughout.
This particular loop intelligently combines sections of two well-known long-distance trails, the King Alfred's Way and the Watercress Way, with the scenic beauty of Avington Park. King Alfred's Way is a 350-kilometer circular off-road adventure route rich in history, traversing landscapes that defined the ancient kingdom of Wessex. The Watercress Way, a 27-mile circular route, uniquely links old railway lines with historic livestock droves, passing through charming chalk downland and along the Rivers Itchen, Arle, and Dever. This combination offers a ride through millennia of heritage, showcasing a blend of natural beauty and historical significance in the quintessential south of England countryside.
4.3
(15)
43
riders
35.2km
02:47
380m
380m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
4.9
(16)
45
riders
41.9km
03:02
430m
430m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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Elevation 100 m
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