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Mountain biking trails

South East England

Cheesefoot Head loop from Source of the River Itchen

Mountain biking trails

South East England

Cheesefoot Head loop from Source of the River Itchen

Moderate

4.7

(3)

6

riders

Cheesefoot Head loop from Source of the River Itchen

01:55

24.8km

340m

Mountain biking

Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 3, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through a protected area

Please check local regulations for:

South Downs National Park

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

6.93 km

Lane End Copse

Forest

2

9.78 km

Forest Trail in South Downs National Park

Highlight • Trail

A hidden gem! Turn off by the gate - there's not even a bridleway sign, and pick up the markers. Turn left at the post and gun it downhill

Tip by

14.3 km

Old Down Plantation

Forest

4

15.5 km

Warren Lane Wildflower Meadow and View

Highlight (Segment) • Climb

Lovely climb or descent, beautiful views from the top.

Tip by

5

16.4 km

Rocky Dirt Path in South Downs National Park

Highlight • Trail

6

16.8 km

Baker & White Coffee Co. at Cheesefoot Head Car Park

Highlight • Rest Area

Great coffee, good selection of cakes and friendly service from a vintage van. Open Thursday - Sunday
07:30 - 16:30.

Tip by

7

16.9 km

Cheesefoot Head

Highlight (Segment) • Historical Site

Cheesefoot Head is a natural amphitheatre and beauty spot that provides sweeping vistas of the South Downs.

The area holds historical significance as well. During World War II, it served …

Tip by

B

24.8 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

8.89 km

8.39 km

6.52 km

669 m

187 m

148 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

8.51 km

6.33 km

5.46 km

3.15 km

1.41 km

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Elevation

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Highest point (170 m)

Lowest point (70 m)

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