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Swinley Bike Hub – Rapley Lake loop from Bracknell Forest

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Swinley Bike Hub – Rapley Lake loop from Bracknell Forest

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(2)

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Swinley Bike Hub – Rapley Lake loop from Bracknell Forest

04:50

18.4km

150m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 7, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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422 m

Start of the Green Trail, Swinley Forest

Highlight • Trail

Next to the start of the blue, the information post marks the start of the green-rated mountain biking route at Swinley Forest.

A gentle singletrack trail with some easy downhill …

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605 m

The Look Out Discovery Centre

Highlight • Forest

The Look Out Discovery Centre is a place where science is what matters. If you visit, you can enjoy interactive shows and all sorts of activities and fun exhibits. Ideal for families!

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606 m

Swinley Bike Hub

Highlight • Rest Area

This is the trail centre for Swinley Forest, where you'll find a green trail and the blue starting. Check out more about the routes with their online map here swinleybikehub.com/trails. …

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2.53 km

Mill Pond

Highlight • Forest

Mill Pond is one of the several ponds within Swinley Forest. You can reach it through various trails, and once here, there's a path that encircles it. It's a very tranquil and pleasant pond.

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4.26 km

Rapley Lake

Highlight • Forest

Very close to Bagshot, within Swinley Forest, you will find this beautiful lake, perfect for a walk and for getting lost in the network of paths throughout the forest.
The …

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15.4 km

Swinley Forest Mountain Bike Trails

Highlight • MTB Park

The tracks at Swinley Forest have a very firm surface and good drainage, which makes it a good place to ride in the winter without the risk of getting too …

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16.0 km

This delightful finger post sits at the intersection with six directions, two of which are the Devil's Highway, a Roman road. It sits in the midst of Bracknell Forest, a vast area of commons, heathland and plantations.

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17.1 km

Swinley Pond

Highlight • Forest

You'll likely pass by this small and tranquil pond if you're traveling between The Look Out and Caesar's Camp. Additionally, the Three Castles Path runs alongside it.

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18.4 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

11.8 km

6.49 km

107 m

Surfaces

8.56 km

7.35 km

1.68 km

691 m

156 m

Elevation

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Highest point (130 m)

Lowest point (70 m)

Weather

Friday 28 August

21°C

16°C

98 %

Additional weather tips

Max wind speed: 25.0 km/h

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Comments

October 16, 2021,Rapley Lake – Hilltop Views Loop from Birch Hill

Nice gentle walk but really not a good one to forget your lunch on as you really don’t pass through any towns at all!

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Swinley Bike Hub – Rapley Lake loop from Bracknell Forest

Start of the Green Trail, Swinley Forest

The Look Out Discovery Centre

Swinley Bike Hub

Mill Pond

Rapley Lake

Swinley Forest Mountain Bike Trails

Swinley Forest Star Post

Swinley Pond

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