Gospel Pass – Hay Bluff loop from Three Cocks

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Gospel Pass – Hay Bluff loop from Three Cocks

Moderate

5.0

(2)

riders

Gospel Pass – Hay Bluff loop from Three Cocks

02:25

28.2km

680m

Mountain biking

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

Last updated: August 27, 2026

Tips

Includes a very steep uphill segment

You may need to push your bike.

After 9.43 km for 1.09 km

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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9.94 km

Gospel Pass

Highlight • Mountain Pass

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Highlight • Viewpoint

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Highlight • Parking

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Highlight • Cycleway

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Highlight • Historical Site

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Hay-on-Wye Clock Tower and The Granary Café

Highlight • Historical Site

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