{"id":36589,"date":"2020-01-22T09:00:05","date_gmt":"2020-01-22T09:00:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dream-cottages.co.uk\/blog\/?p=36589"},"modified":"2023-11-08T10:18:41","modified_gmt":"2023-11-08T10:18:41","slug":"cycling-the-jurassic-coast-dorset","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.dream-cottages.co.uk\/blog\/cycling-the-jurassic-coast-dorset\/","title":{"rendered":"Cycling The Jurassic Coast, Dorset"},"content":{"rendered":"<h4>There is no denying that Dorset is most famous for its spectacular clear water beaches and idyllic countryside walks, but if exploring on two wheels is more your scene then Dorset is the perfect destination for you too!<\/h4>\n<p>From a gentle ride on scenic, tucked away trails to a faster paced clifftop climb, cycling in Dorset is sure to offer something for everyone. Whether getting mucky on an off road hike or following a simple bypass route is more your thing, you&#8217;ll certainly be blown away by Dorset&#8217;s exquisitely diverse setting.<\/p>\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-38229 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dream-cottages.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2020\/01\/Dream-Cottages-Eype-Beach.png\" alt=\"Eype Beach\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" \/><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p>On top of that you can visit the most iconic places along the Jurassic coast such as Durdle Door, Lulworth Cove and Portland Bill &#8211; all boasting spectacular views over the sea and hillside.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-38230 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dream-cottages.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2020\/01\/Dream-Cottages-Lulworth-Durdle-Door.png\" alt=\"Lulworth Cove Durdle Door\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" \/><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p>One of the most challenging cycling routes in Dorset is around the Isle of Portland starting at the Osprey Quay. The one-mile-long road takes you up into Portland and believe us, it certainly is a tough ascent! And if you can tear yourself from the coast, a climb up the cobbled Gold Hill in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dream-cottages.co.uk\/shaftesbury-cottages.html\">Shaftesbury<\/a> is also a must.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-38231 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dream-cottages.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2020\/01\/Dream-Cottages-Portland.png\" alt=\"Views of Portland\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" \/><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p>Cycling in Dorset really does offer a wide range of routes that are suitable for all fitness levels. Visit Dorset gathered <a href=\"https:\/\/www.visit-dorset.com\/things-to-do\/activities\/cycling-and-mountain-biking\/cycle-routes-in-dorset\/?p=1\">28 cycling routes<\/a> from short to long distance trails you may wish to try. These routes\u00a0will navigate you past a number of Purbeck\u2019s historic landmarks and again enjoy amazing coastal views.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-38232 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dream-cottages.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2020\/01\/Dream-Cottages-Corfe-Castle.png\" alt=\"Corfe Castle, Dorset\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" \/><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p>For those staying in one of our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dream-cottages.co.uk\/weymouth-cottages.html\">Weymouth cottages<\/a>, a cycle from Weymouth to Abbotsbury would be a perfect choice. This cycle route leads mainly along country lanes to the beautiful, quaint village of Abbotsbury.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-38233 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dream-cottages.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2020\/01\/Abbotsbury-Dorset.png\" alt=\"Cycling through Abbotsbury Dorset\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" \/><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2><strong>Cycle hire and clubs<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>If you haven&#8217;t got room in the car to bring your own bicycle then not to worry! Visit <a href=\"http:\/\/www.weymouthbikehire.co.uk\/\">Weymouth Bike hire<\/a>, Jurassic Coast Activities\u00a0or <a href=\"http:\/\/www.tilleysmotorcycles.co.uk\/\">Tilleys motorcycles and bicycles<\/a> where you hire one during your stay here.<\/p>\n<p>There are groups and clubs in Dorset that organise events and activities for cyclists all year round. You can check their websites for weekly rides if you wish to join them whilst you are on a holiday. There\u2019s <a href=\"http:\/\/www.westdorsetctc.org.uk\/\">CTC West Dorset (Dorchester)<\/a> club, <a href=\"http:\/\/www.wessexctc.org\/\">CTC Wessex <\/a>(<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dream-cottages.co.uk\/bournemouth-cottages.html\">Bournemouth<\/a>) and <a href=\"http:\/\/www.dorsetroughriders.co.uk\/\">Dorset Rough Riders (Swanage)<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-38234 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dream-cottages.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2020\/01\/Cycling-in-Dorset.png\" alt=\"Cycling in Dorset\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>There is no denying that Dorset is most famous for its spectacular clear water beaches and idyllic countryside walks, but if exploring on two wheels is more your scene then Dorset is the perfect destination for you too! 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