Bikepacking - South East Gravel: Cantii Way and 11 long-weekend bikepacking adventures

If you’re itching to get off the tarmac and into the wild, this guidebook rounds up 12 of the best gravel and bikepacking routes across the South and East of England — from forest tracks and bridleways to quiet country lanes and the brilliant Cantii Way. Each route runs from 1 to 4 days, giving you everything from quick escapes to long weekend adventures.

The rides range from 69 to 249km (40–155 miles) and are suitable for anyone with a gravel bike or MTB, whether you’re new to bikepacking or already hooked. Every route is graded by difficulty, fully mapped at 1:150,000, and comes with clear profiles, GPX downloads, and handy route summaries to help you plan your trip.

You’ll also find accommodation listings, tips for linking routes by train, and reassurance that every single ride is easily accessible from London — perfect for swapping the city sprawl for woodland, coastline, and proper off‑road exploring.