Corston – Biddestone

Route overview

Riders looking for a moderate 56km route with steady climbs and varied terrain.

56km loop from Corston, England with 648m climbing, passing Bath and Biddestone.

This 56km loop starts and finishes at Corston, taking a generally clockwise route. The ride begins passing through several Bath suburbs including South Twerton, Beechen Cliff and Bathwick. The early part has two notable climbs: a 1.3km climb gaining 54m at about 4.1%, followed by a longer 2.7km climb gaining 155m averaging 5.8%, reaching the highest point at 169m by 12.6km. After Bath, the route continues to the village of Colerne and onward, entering higher terrain with rolling hills. Climbing occurs mostly in the first half, accounting for 66% of total elevation gain. After 20km, there are two shorter climbs around 1.3-1.4km, each gaining about 50-55m at gradients around 4%. The route proceeds past small hamlets and villages including Castle Combe and Biddestone. The return leg includes a gentle climb of 2.1km gaining 51m near 40km. The ride finishes descending back towards Corston, with the lowest elevation at -4m near the end. Along the way, multiple cafes and restaurants are available especially near Bath and on return into suburbs. Drinking water points exist around 5.2km and 10km. The route features gentle gradients for the most part, with a max gradient of 9.8% on the longest climb. Recorded temperature is 14°C in June.

Highlights

• Highest point 169m at 12.6km
• Climb of 2.7km at 5.8% average gradient
• Villages: Castle Combe, Biddestone, Corsham
• Multiple cafes and restaurants near Bath

Practical information

Surface

Paved

Route shape

Loop

Riding time

2½–3½ hours riding

Season

June

Know before you go

• Max gradient 9.8% on main climb
• No water points between 10km and 54km

Routes are for inspiration. Roads, surfaces and conditions change — check locally and ride within your limits.