The Portland Trail
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- 21-05-2018
The Portland Trail - Cycle Route
Starting from Overcombe Corner follow cycle paths around Lodmoor Country Park and Nature Reserve leading into Weymouth town centre (via Radipole Nature Reserve) with its many attractions, award winning beach and 17th century working harbour. Then continuing on from Weymouth joining the Rodwell Trail and heading for a stunning ride over to the Isle of Portland, marvelling at the many windsurfers, sailors and kite surfers at this world famous London 2012 Olympic water sports destination or even taking the unique chance to walk onto Chesil Beach- the Jurassic Coast's jewel in the crown . Arriving on Portland at Osprey Quay home to the National Sailing Academy, Portland Marina and close by Portland Castle – plenty of picnic locations along the way to make for a full day out on your bike. This route is suitable for families and is mainly on cycle ways, younger children might enjoy the challenge of cycling for 17 miles.17 mile round trip – mixture off road, cycle paths and quiet streets – fla