There's a great network of gravel trails across Carn Brea, which are a mixture of bridleways and footpaths, so best to check before you ride.

At the top, the Carn Brea Castle dates back to the 14th century when it was built as a chapel before being converted into a hunting lodge in the 18th century.

Now the castle is run as a Middle Eastern cuisine restaurant. Quite the setting!

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May 28, 2022

Cycling

A good cycling section, with good views. Bit of a push up the hill off the lovely smooth cycle path, but not too bad.

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1. Great Flat Lode Trail - Cornwall Mineral Tramways

12.0km

00:53

160m

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Carn Brea Castle – Tehidy Country Park loop from St Erth

71.9km

05:05

840m

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Poldice Valley Mining Ruins – Carnon Viaduct loop from Camborne

50.9km

03:48

510m

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 150 m

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Location: Carn Brea, South West England, England, United Kingdom

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Carn Brea Castle

1. Great Flat Lode Trail - Cornwall Mineral Tramways

2. Carn Brea Castle – Tehidy Country Park loop from St Erth

3. Poldice Valley Mining Ruins – Carnon Viaduct loop from Camborne

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