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: November 3, 2025

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3.61 km

Buds & Beans Cafe

Highlight • Cafe

Gorgeous little cafe with good cake, coffee and toasties.

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6.24 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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7.62 km

Ashley Heath Halt (Castleman Trailway)

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The Castleman Trailway is a 16.5-mile (26.5 km) route in Dorset, ideal for walking, cycling, and horse riding. It follows the old Southampton to Dorchester railway and offers scenic views of East Dorset and links settlements from Ringwood to Poole.

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8.86 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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9.97 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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11.8 km

Junction of Gravel Tracks

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Every track is a new adventure

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16.1 km

Ashley Heath Halt

Highlight • Cycleway

Castleman trailway: Travel from Ringwood to Poole along the disused Southampton to Dorchester railway line on this easy cycle and walking route. Route highlights include 3 lovely country parks - …

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17.8 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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23.6 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

11.8 km

6.92 km

3.31 km

834 m

626 m

115 m

Surfaces

16.5 km

3.40 km

3.25 km

326 m

115 m

Elevation

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Buds & Beans Cafe

Castleman Trailway

Ashley Heath Halt (Castleman Trailway)

Moors Valley Forest Trails

Moors Valley Country Park — Play Trail

Junction of Gravel Tracks

Ashley Heath Halt

The Castleman Trailway

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