Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: October 15, 2025

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Start point

Bus stop

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12.7 km

Max Gate

Highlight • Historical Site

Well worth a visit. Grounds small but if the weather is good nice to relax outside after looking around the house.
Thomas Hardy designed and had built Max Gate after …

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17.8 km

The Great Field, Poundbury

Highlight • Cycleway

This is an open space within Poundbury in Dorchester. It is a valuable public open space with play area for youngsters and older young people. Some of it is still …

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18.9 km

Finca Coffee Shop

Highlight • Cafe

Some of the best coffee and cake in Dorset - well worth the short diversion

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26.1 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

18.5 km

4.18 km

2.27 km

636 m

416 m

125 m

Surfaces

17.8 km

7.59 km

335 m

246 m

119 m

Elevation

Highest point (110 m)

Lowest point (50 m)

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