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Shear Water is an artificial lake created as part of the Longleat Estate. It's filled by a tributary of the River Wylye. It's a popular fishing destination.

This is a lovely cycle path that weaves through towering woodlands shared with Center Parcs. There are plenty of connecting trails here that allow you to explore the woods further.

This small footbridge over the Wylye connects Henfords Marsh with Eastleigh Wood Lane. It's likely that there has been a crossing of sorts here for a long time, although it may have been a muddy ford rather than a bridge.

Stunning, nice gently rolling gravel road with climb and descent options. If approaching from the east or the west (i.e. trying to stay on the hill to connect to Grovelly or Monkton Deverill) please be aware that the byways entering are not so much fun as the wood itself.

Cross the busy A350 to enter the organically farmed Pertwood Estate is to leave the frenetic 20th century behind and enter a magical world where nature rules

Who says England doesn't have gravel? (just ignore the Pertwood section). Sherrington wood/Great Ridge is a bit lifeless compared to Grovelly wood over the way, but offers a more durable surface to spin through.

While it is a gradual descent it remains pretty pedally for the first hundred metres. The rut isn't actually that deep its just hard to get going initially. Longer than expected. Get a bit of speed up and you'll fly through it. Only attempt this West-East or you'll be cursing your route planning. Couldn't see the track to the north so had to cross the road, nice easy drop off to get you going on the other side.

Worth it for the road through Great Ridge but ultimately this isn't great riding. No alternative though so enjoy the mouthful of flies.