Long Bredy is a region in Dorset, England, situated within the picturesque Bride Valley and recognized as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The landscape features rolling chalk hills of the Dorset Downs, the meandering River Bride, and tranquil farmlands, offering a diverse setting for outdoor pursuits. This area provides varied terrain, from gentle valley floors to elevated routes with views towards the Jurassic Coast, making it suitable for several sports like jogging, hiking, touring cycling, road cycling, and more.
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4.9
(7)
72
hikers
5.13km
01:25
80m
80m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.9
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73
hikers
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
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8
hikers
8.97km
02:28
150m
150m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

22
hikers
6.89km
01:49
60m
60m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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3.0
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3
riders
43.6km
03:46
590m
590m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

5
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25.2km
01:40
390m
390m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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22.0km
02:01
510m
510m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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5
runners
10.4km
01:13
220m
220m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4
runners
4.56km
00:33
80m
80m
Easy run. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3
runners
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

21
runners
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
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290
riders
58.5km
04:06
970m
970m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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19
riders
32.2km
01:58
280m
280m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

18
riders
24.5km
01:31
250m
250m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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6
riders
36.2km
02:24
540m
540m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.
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33
riders
34.4km
01:54
410m
400m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

29
riders
34.1km
01:35
330m
330m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

15
riders
39.5km
02:08
620m
620m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

15
riders
53.9km
02:48
530m
530m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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5.0
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7
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Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2
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29.5km
02:12
340m
340m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

2
riders
38.2km
02:34
540m
540m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Long Bredy offers a range of outdoor activities including Jogging, Hiking, Touring cycling, Road cycling, Mountain biking, and Gravel biking. The region is an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, providing diverse terrain for various pursuits. More than 15,000 visitors have explored the area, sharing routes with an average rating of 4.54 out of 5 stars.
Long Bredy is situated in the Bride Valley, featuring the meandering River Bride and rolling chalk hills of the Dorset Downs. The landscape includes woodlands, farmlands, and prehistoric sites. This diverse terrain provides options from gentle valley routes to more strenuous climbs with views towards the Jurassic Coast.
Long Bredy offers routes suitable for jogging, with paths weaving through the landscape. The Bride Valley provides generally flat, winding rural lanes ideal for relaxed jogging. For specific options, consult the Running Trails around Long Bredy guide.
Numerous tracks, paths, and fields are available for hiking in Long Bredy, catering to various fitness levels. Options range from gentle strolls along the valley floor to climbs up the chalk hills. Guides like Hiking around Long Bredy and Easy hikes around Long Bredy provide detailed information.
Long Bredy offers both touring cycling and road cycling routes. Touring cyclists can enjoy generally flat, surfaced lanes through the Bride Valley, such as the 7-mile (11 km) or 15-mile (24 km) Bride Valley Circular Cycle Ride. Road cyclists can find routes with varying levels of challenge and elevation changes. Explore options in the Cycling around Long Bredy and Road Cycling Routes around Long Bredy guides.
Mountain biking is an available activity in Long Bredy. The diverse terrain, including chalk hills and woodlands, provides suitable conditions for MTB. Specific routes and details can be found in the MTB Trails around Long Bredy guide.
Gravel biking is an option in Long Bredy, utilizing the varied paths and tracks throughout the region. The area's mix of rural lanes and unpaved sections is suitable for this activity. Information on routes is available in the Gravel biking around Long Bredy guide.
Long Bredy's environs are rich in prehistoric history. Notable sites include the burial chamber known as The Grey Mare and her Colts, and the Kingston Russell Stone Circle, an 18-stone late Neolithic or early Bronze Age monument. These landmarks add a historical dimension to outdoor routes.
Long Bredy is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 15,000 visitors having shared their experiences. The routes in the region have an average rating of 4.54 out of 5 stars from over 1,400 ratings. This indicates a high level of satisfaction among outdoor enthusiasts.
Komoot offers several guides for Long Bredy covering various sports. These include guides for Running Trails, Hiking, Easy hikes, Cycling, Road Cycling, MTB Trails, and Gravel biking.
For general information about the area, the official website for Long Bredy Parish Council is www.longbredy.org.uk. For broader regional travel and public transport information, Traveline can be contacted at 0871 200 2233 or visited at www.travelinesw.com.

