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Black Cycle Route (closed)


(Average user rating: 5 Stars 5/5)

About Black Cycle Route

A short but challenging route, on variable terrain of mainly single track trails and some forest roads. Some very steep climbs and purpose built descents, needing a high level of technical ability. Experienced, excellent bike handling skills and a high level of fitness required.

How to get there:

Black Cycle Route can be started from Adderstone Field in Dalby Forest. Thornton-le-Dale is the nearest town or village.

Adderstone Field is approximately 5 miles along Dalby Forest Drive from Dalby Forest Visitor Centre and Shop.

OS Grid Reference: SE 882900
For details of public transport visit http://www.transportdirect.info

What's on in Dalby Forest

A mountain biker speeds down the trail

Adderstone Field Facilities.
ParkingEasy AccessRefreshments
Grade of trail:
Severe
Trail waymarking:
White arrow on black background and white disc with black arrow
Length of trail:
Six miles
Approximate time of trail:
1.5 hours
Open or closed:
closed Route closed due to felling operations.
Click here to find out what else you can do in this forest.

Contact:

Recreation Manager

01751 472771
e-mail: nym@forestry.gsi.gov.uk

User Comments

Name: cgb (5 Stars)
28/Jun/2009
great

Name: cg (5 Stars)
8/Jun/2009
good

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