Gravel Rides South West England: 24 gravel bike adventures in the West Country

Gravel Rides South West England is your ticket to exploring the West Country’s best off‑road cycling. With 24 routes ranging from short 16km spins to full‑day 180km epics, this guide shows off the region’s huge variety of gravel — from Cornish mining trails and coastal paths to Dartmoor’s wild moorland, Exmoor’s tea‑room‑to‑tea‑room loops, Dorset’s chalk and flint tracks, Salisbury Plain’s fast‑rolling military roads, and the Forest of Dean’s old tramways and colliery trails.

Gravel expert and route‑builder Katherine Moore has poured her love of the South West into every ride. You’ll find classic favourites alongside hidden gems, giving both new and experienced gravel cyclists plenty to discover. Each route comes with everything you need to plan the perfect day out: clear descriptions, terrain notes, local background, refreshment tips, stunning photography, overview maps and downloadable GPX files.

The book also packs in practical advice on gravel bikes, essential kit, and even how to turn your rides into multi‑day bikepacking adventures. Whether you’re chasing big miles or relaxed rambles, this guide will help you make the most of the South West’s incredible gravel network.