Intermediate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 14, 2025

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Bus stop

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8.06 km

Icknield Way Singletrack

Singletrack through the trees! Muddy in winter and nettly in summer, take your pick

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13.6 km

Icknield Way Bridleway

A section of bridlepath with a bit of everything. Ups, Downs, M11 Crossing, Singletrack, Stingers, Crop fields.

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16.3 km

Icknield Way Wheat Field Path

A long, long, climb southbound. Bumpy and rutted into the usually prevailing SW wind.

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16.9 km

Sweeping Country Lane

Elevated views out across the country and great tarmac on a quiet lane.

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20.3 km

Gravel Path on Icknield Way Trail

Loose gravel track through the trees.

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21.9 km

Ann's Wood

Forest

24.1 km

Green Wood

Forest

25.6 km

Gravel and Grass Path Over M11

30.4 km

Saffron Walden Market Town

Lovely old market town. It’s wealth created from growing saffron from crocus during the medieval period. A fantastic selection of cafes including a bike shop that does excellent coffee.

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30.8 km

Waffle and Coffee Café (Formerly Bicicletta)

This cafe has now changed management and is called Waffle and Coffee. Still has bike racks and outside seating although I did not see the bike locks last time I …

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32.5 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

13.7 km

10.9 km

5.35 km

1.90 km

615 m

Surfaces

15.9 km

13.8 km

1.75 km

939 m

Elevation

Highest point (130 m)

Lowest point (40 m)

Weather

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Sunday 19 October

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Sweeping Country Lane – Saffron Walden Market Town loop from Saffron View

Icknield Way Singletrack

Icknield Way Bridleway

Icknield Way Wheat Field Path

Sweeping Country Lane

Gravel Path on Icknield Way Trail

Gravel and Grass Path Over M11

Saffron Walden Market Town

Waffle and Coffee Café (Formerly Bicicletta)

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