The Rodwell Trail – Chesil Beach loop from Isle of Portland

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The Rodwell Trail – Chesil Beach loop from Isle of Portland

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The Rodwell Trail – Chesil Beach loop from Isle of Portland

03:03

48.4km

540m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: September 24, 2026

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Dorset National Landscape

Jurassic Coast

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5.23 km

Chesil Beach Cycle Path

Highlight • Beach

Flat cycle way out to Portland which is not flat. Shared with pedestrians. Subject to pretty strong cross winds (right on the coast).
Stop off at the RSPB site (with …

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6.08 km

Beach

6.14 km

The Rodwell Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint

Beautiful coastal scenery along the Rodwell Trail. Best time to take this cycle route is in the mornings, as can get rather busy during the early evening.

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8.71 km

Rodwell Trail Tunnel

Highlight • Structure

9.19 km

Rodwell Trail Bridge Over Newstead Road

Highlight • Cycleway

9.46 km

Start of the Rodwell Trail

Highlight • Cycleway

Flat traffic free 3.5km walk or bicycle ride on Weymouth’s former railway line.

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40.9 km

Sandsfoot Castle and Gardens

Highlight • Castle

By 1541 Sandsfoot Castle was complete. It was built rapidly by order of Henry VIII, along with Portland Castle, to defend this part of England’s coast against attack by the …

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42.5 km

Chesil Beach

Highlight (Segment) • Natural Monument

Known for Ian McEwan's novel On Chesil Beach, this is a really cool stretch to ride along as you're flanked by the sea on both sides. Bit busy with traffic …

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