Intermediate 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: October 15, 2025

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Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

You'll need to dismount and push your bike.

510 m in total

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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2.57 km

Forest Trail in Cranborne Chase & West Wiltshire Downs

Nice off-road route back into Warminster

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4.95 km

Forest Trail in Cranborne Chase & West Wiltshire Downs

At this point, the cycleway dips into at atmospheric pine forest. There are lots of other trails around here if you fancy exploring the woodland further.

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6.86 km

Shearwater Lake

Super nice traffic free trail around the back of the lake. There is also a little cafe on the other side where you can grab a cold/ hot drink and hang out by the lake.

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10.7 km

Singletrack Through the Redwoods

14.0 km

Heaven's Gate Path

Path to great Longleat House viewing spot

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15.9 km

Woodland Trail in Cranborne Chase & West Wiltshire Downs National Landscape

This section of trail winds through woodlands next to the road. With a few technical sections over roots and rocks, it is an entertaining ride.

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16.2 km

Entrance to Longleat Safari Drive-Through

Fancy a fast paced decent? this is the hill for you!

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16.8 km

The Red Way Forest Path

This is a lovely cycle path that weaves through towering woodlands shared with Center Parcs. There are plenty of connecting trails here that allow you to explore the woods further.

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21.3 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

9.53 km

4.65 km

2.89 km

2.49 km

1.71 km

Surfaces

11.5 km

5.14 km

3.59 km

1.03 km

Elevation

Highest point (230 m)

Lowest point (120 m)

Weather

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Monday 20 October

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Shearwater Lake – The Red Way Forest Path loop from Warminster

Forest Trail in Cranborne Chase & West Wiltshire Downs

Forest Trail in Cranborne Chase & West Wiltshire Downs

Shearwater Lake

Singletrack Through the Redwoods

Heaven's Gate Path

Woodland Trail in Cranborne Chase & West Wiltshire Downs National Landscape

Entrance to Longleat Safari Drive-Through

The Red Way Forest Path

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