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The best MTB trails around Backwell

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Mountain biking around Backwell is a great to experience more of the landscape. But it’s often tough to know where to start. To help you find the best mtb routes around Backwell, here are the best rides!

Last updated: October 22, 2025

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1. Cadbury Camp & the Gordano Round from Nailsea and Backwell station

25.1km

02:00

400m

Intermediate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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2. Gravel Climb to Leigh Woods – Leigh Woods loop from Nailsea and Backwell

39.4km

02:47

410m

Intermediate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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3. Forest Path Near Glastonbury – Shute Shelve Tunnel loop from Nailsea and Backwell

55.3km

03:43

240m

Intermediate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4. Beacon Batch Trail – View from Mendip Hills Ridge loop from Nailsea and Backwell

50.4km

04:34

1,010m

Expert mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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5. Bourton Combe Bridleway loop from Nailsea and Backwell

13.8km

01:00

180m

Expert mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

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The best MTB trails around Backwell

1. Cadbury Camp & the Gordano Round from Nailsea and Backwell station

2. Gravel Climb to Leigh Woods – Leigh Woods loop from Nailsea and Backwell

3. Forest Path Near Glastonbury – Shute Shelve Tunnel loop from Nailsea and Backwell

4. Beacon Batch Trail – View from Mendip Hills Ridge loop from Nailsea and Backwell

5. Bourton Combe Bridleway loop from Nailsea and Backwell

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