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East Of England

Saffron Walden — Market Town – Roos Byway loop from Saffron Walden

East Of England

Saffron Walden — Market Town – Roos Byway loop from Saffron Walden

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Saffron Walden — Market Town – Roos Byway loop from Saffron Walden

02:03

31.8km

230m

Gravel riding

Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: March 23, 2026

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

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1

242 m

The Railway Arms

Highlight • Pub

Saffron Walden’s first community owned pub!

The meeting point for Saffron Social Cyclists & Field Trippers cycling groups.

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2

532 m

Saffron Walden — Market Town

Highlight • Settlement

Lovely old market town. It’s wealth created from growing saffron from crocus during the medieval period. A fantastic selection of cafes including a bike shop that does excellent coffee.

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3

1.06 km

Debden Road Water Tower

Highlight • Monument

Built in 1913 for the Borough of Saffron Walden Water Works. Approximately 28 metres high red brick Edwardian tower was designed by architect AH Forbes and constructed by local builder J Custerson. Now listed.

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4

3.10 km

Roos Byway

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

Fun/Fast Gravel & Dirt track.

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5.65 km

Six Acre Wood

Forest

6

8.07 km

Adcocks's Mudbath

Highlight • Natural

7

13.7 km

Narrow Gravel Lane Through Countryside

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

8

17.7 km

Helions Bumpstead Trig Point

Highlight • Viewpoint

Just inside the field off a quiet lane. 126m above sea level.

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9

25.2 km

Aftermath of the Battle of the Somme

Highlight (Segment) • Historical Site

Deep wet clay, heavily used by horses. Nasty.

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B

31.8 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

17.9 km

6.47 km

6.03 km

1.39 km

Surfaces

11.8 km

11.7 km

7.75 km

513 m

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Highest point (130 m)

Lowest point (60 m)

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Friday 29 May

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