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South West England

Malmesbury Abbey – Fosse Way Ford Crossing loop from Malmesbury

Bike touring routes & trails

South West England

Malmesbury Abbey – Fosse Way Ford Crossing loop from Malmesbury

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Malmesbury Abbey – Fosse Way Ford Crossing loop from Malmesbury

02:36

31.2km

180m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

Last updated: July 17, 2026

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Your route passes through protected areas

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The Cotswolds National Landscape

Waypoints

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622 m

Malmesbury Abbey

Highlight • Historical Site

Built in the 12th Century, Malmesbury Abbey is a great place to explore. You can visit the tomb of King Athelstan as well as a 15th Century bible. The abbey is open everyday from 9am to 5pm.

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2

9.40 km

Easton Grey Roman Settlement and Weir

Highlight • Natural

Very pretty, Think its called Eastern Grey. Great little stop if riding the Fosse way

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3

13.1 km

Fosse Way Ford Crossing

Highlight • Trail

Fairly easy to ride, manageable on gravel bike or mtb

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4

13.3 km

Ford and Stone Bridge on the Fosse

Highlight • Bridge

Definitely use the little stone bridge 😊

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5

13.3 km

Stone Bridge Over the River Avon

Highlight • Viewpoint

Careful on the downhill approach to this. There has been heavy erosion. There is a path over the bridge. Hopefully, someone will have done some "conservation" (or repair) work on it since last year.

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6

14.1 km

Fosse Way Byway

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Fast, straight byway keeping you off the roads. You might meet motorcycles en route so be aware!

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7

26.4 km

Scenic Road to Fosse Way

Highlight • Viewpoint

Quite lane to reach the Fosse Way

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31.2 km

End point

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

17.4 km

9.30 km

2.45 km

1.18 km

970 m

Surfaces

20.2 km

6.86 km

4.16 km

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Friday 14 August

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