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Black Route


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About Black Route

Hopton's most exciting downhill runs are for the seasoned mountain bikers only. The berms, descents, jumps and turns will test the skills of even the most experienced riders in search of thrills.

A waterproof mountain bike trail guide is available from the Forestry Commission's District Office please ring 01889 586593 for details.

How to get there:

Black Route can be started from Hopton Wood Car Park in Hopton Wood which is part of The Marches. Hopton Castle is the nearest town or village.

Hopton Wood is situated eight miles west of Craven Arms, off the B4385 to Clun adjacent to the village of Hopton Castle.

OS Grid Reference: SO 355 784
For details of public transport visit http://www.transportdirect.info

Mountain bikers on a downhill course

Hopton Wood Car Park Facilities.
InformationParking
Grade of trail:
Severe
Trail waymarking:
Length of trail:
Variable miles
Approximate time of trail:
Variable
Open or closed:
open
Click here to find out what else you can do in this forest.

Contact:

Mo Chidley

01584 813827
e-mail: mo.chidley@forestry.gsi.gov.uk

User Comments

Name: Leigh (5 Stars)
13/Apr/2009
Keep up the good work

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Mountain bikers on a downhill course

What's of interest

The Forestry Commission in conjunction with Pearce Cycles offers mountain bike uplift weekends, it is essential to make a booking. For further details contact Pearce cycles on 01584 876016 or visit their web site via the link below.

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