Moors Valley Forest Trails – Castleman Trailway loop from Sandleheath

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Moors Valley Forest Trails – Castleman Trailway loop from Sandleheath

Moderate

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Moors Valley Forest Trails – Castleman Trailway loop from Sandleheath

03:45

51.9km

230m

Cycling

Moderate bike 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 23, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

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Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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5.96 km

Plumley Wood

Forest

7.38 km

Verwood Forest Straight Gravel Track

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Almost roman straight gravel track through Verwood Forest - beast with a tailwind!

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13.5 km

Moors Valley Forest Trails

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Great loop through the forest all well maintained with some rocks and duckboards. Good for CX practice or a fun ride with the kids. Go to the reception/cafe from the …

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15.2 km

Castleman Trailway

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The Castleman Trailway used to be part of the railway line running between Dorchester and Southampton. It is named after Charles Castleman, who was responsible for building the railway. The …

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15.5 km

The Castleman Trailway

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The Castleman Trailway was once part of the railway connecting Dorchester to Southampton and is named after Charles Castleman, the man who oversaw its construction. The railway ceased operations in …

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30.3 km

Moors Valley Country Park — Play Trail

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Moors Valley Country Park is a great place for a family day out. There is such a range of activities here, from Go Ape, to mountain bike trails, to fishing. …

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35.5 km

Castleman Trailway

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Castleman's Corkscrew Trailway is a walking, cycling and horse riding route that follows much of the old railway line from Southampton to Dorchester. It is named after Charles Castleman, a …

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