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

From the ancient forest tracks of the New Forest and the rolling downs of Surrey and Kent to the wide skies and heathland of the Suffolk coast and the remote beaches of Norfolk, these routes reveal a surprisingly wild side to the South East. All are easily accessible by train from London within one to two hours, making them perfect for weekend adventures on your doorstep. Suitable for both beginner and experienced gravel and mountain bike riders, this comprehensive guidebook describes 12 graded routes ranging from 69 to 249km (40–155 miles), designed to be ridden over one to four days. Highlights include the technical singletrack of Epping Forest, the iconic White Cliffs of Dover, the bleak beauty of Dungeness beach, views from Brightstone Down to the Needles on the Isle of Wight, and the heathland of the Suffolk coast. The routes cover the New Forest, Isle of Wight, Surrey Hills, Chiltern Hills, Kent Downs, East Sussex, Kent, Essex, Suffolk coast, and Norfolk, and include the Cantii Way, a multi-day bikepacking route through Kent. Navigate with confidence using 1:150,000 maps and elevation profiles for each stage, plus downloadable GPX files for all 12 routes. Practical features include route summary tables, comprehensive accommodation listings, a full bike shop appendix, recommended kit lists, and detailed getting there and around information to help you prepare thoroughly for every ride.