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Mountain biking around Hillesden offers routes through a landscape characterized by rolling countryside, historic estates, and open fields. The area features a network of paths and rural roads, providing varied terrain for mountain bikers. Elevations are generally gentle, with no significant peaks, making it suitable for exploring the local scenery. The region's trails often pass by reservoirs and through agricultural land, connecting small villages and points of interest.
Last updated: May 9, 2026
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47.2km
02:55
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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34.4km
02:10
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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45.2km
02:58
310m
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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34.3km
01:58
270m
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Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.
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01:26
140m
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Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.
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If you find yourself passing 10-12 on a Wednesday morning, pop in and you will be treated to homemade cakes and tea/coffee.
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Lying in a rolling Buckinghamshire landscape of arable fields, pasture and woodland, Foxcote Reservoir is the kind of place that rewards patient visitors. Created in 1956 by damming a small tributary of the River Great Ouse, this site has become important for the numbers of wintering waterfowl, especially wigeon and coot. https://www.bbowt.org.uk/nature-reserves/foxcote-reservoir
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A beautiful park with an obelisk as the centrefold, built in 2012 to mark the Queen's Diamond Jubilee.
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Gravel road link towards Hethe. Some short sharp ups and downs and a couple of blind bends - watch out for dog walkers!
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Picturesque gravel road from Cottisford, links well with routes into Tusmore or on towards Hethe
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Good dirt/gravel road between Buckingham and Bicester. If it's been raining a lot it can get boggy, but generally fine on a mountain bike with nice wide tyres.
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There are 10 mountain bike trails documented around Hillesden on komoot, offering a variety of routes through the local countryside.
Yes, Hillesden offers several easy mountain bike trails. For example, the Buckingham Old Gaol β Foxcote Reservoir loop from Buckingham is an easy 34.3 km route, and the Gravel Track to Hethe β Rural Road loop from Preston Bissett is another easy option at 25.1 km.
Mountain bike trails around Hillesden feature rolling countryside, historic estates, and open fields. You'll find a network of paths and rural roads, often passing by reservoirs and through agricultural land. Elevations are generally gentle, making for a varied but not overly strenuous ride.
Yes, many of the mountain bike routes around Hillesden are circular. Examples include the Claydon House loop from Buckingham (47.2 km) and the Boycott Farm Shop β Bluebell Meadow loop from Buckingham (45.1 km).
While mountain biking, you might encounter various points of interest. The Buckingham Old Gaol β Foxcote Reservoir loop from Buckingham passes by Foxcote Reservoir. Other nearby attractions include the historic Rear of the Temple of Friendship and the Temple of Ancient Virtue.
While specific cafes directly on every trail are not listed, the Boycott Farm Shop β Bluebell Meadow loop from Buckingham passes by local farm shops, which often have refreshments. The George & Dragon β Coffee Shop & Tea Room, Quainton is also a nearby option.
The Hillesden area, with its rolling countryside and rural roads, is generally pleasant for mountain biking from spring through autumn. During these seasons, the weather is typically milder, and the trails are less likely to be muddy compared to winter months.
The trails often offer scenic views of open countryside and reservoirs. Routes like the Buckingham Old Gaol β Foxcote Reservoir loop from Buckingham provide views of Foxcote Reservoir, and other routes traverse areas with expansive rural landscapes.
The komoot community has rated the mountain bike trails around Hillesden with an average score of 3.0 stars. Riders often appreciate the varied terrain through countryside paths and rural roads, as well as the views of reservoirs and historic estates.
Yes, Hillesden has several moderate mountain bike trails. The Claydon House loop from Buckingham is a popular moderate route covering 47.2 km, and the Tusmore House β Gravel Track to Hethe loop from Mixbury is another moderate option at 34.4 km.
Yes, some routes incorporate water features. The Buckingham Old Gaol β Foxcote Reservoir loop from Buckingham passes directly by Foxcote Reservoir. Other notable water features in the wider area include Octagon Lake Cascade and Octagon Lake.


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