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Great Wood, Battle – Battle Abbey and Battlefield loop from St Leonards Warrior Square

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Great Wood, Battle – Battle Abbey and Battlefield loop from St Leonards Warrior Square

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Great Wood, Battle – Battle Abbey and Battlefield loop from St Leonards Warrior Square

01:42

24.9km

350m

Mountain biking

Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 29, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 3.36 km for 133 m

After 15.0 km for 75 m

After 15.3 km for 60 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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7.76 km

St John the Baptist Church, Westfield

Highlight • Historical Site

This 12th-century church sits in a peaceful churchyard and has seen all manner of history stroll past its timeless lych gate. The church has many more recent alterations with additions …

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10.9 km

Battle Great Wood

Highlight • Forest

Road these paths on a road bike, Giant Defy, tricky but OK and Beautiful scenery. Would be great for a run or a hike

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11.0 km

Great Wood, Battle

Highlight (Segment) • Forest

Very nice woods for dog walking or cycling.

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14.8 km

View of Lake Field

Highlight • Natural Monument

Owned by the National Trust, there is a lovely view of Lake Field. It was acquired by the National Trust in order to preserve the rural view.

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15.1 km

St Mary the Virgin Church, Battle

Highlight • Historical Site

Founded in the 12th century, this historic church was built to serve the increasing community that grew around William the Conqueror's Benedictine abbey. Inside, find a wall painting of St …

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15.3 km

Battle Abbey and Battlefield

Highlight • Castle

Battle Abbey was founded by William the Conqueror in 1070 in memory of the battle fought at Senlac Hill in 1066. The site is managed by English Heritage. A footpath …

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24.9 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

8.81 km

8.02 km

4.23 km

3.18 km

628 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

17.4 km

3.23 km

2.38 km

1.23 km

537 m

136 m

Elevation

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Highest point (140 m)

Lowest point (20 m)

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Great Wood, Battle – Battle Abbey and Battlefield loop from St Leonards Warrior Square

St John the Baptist Church, Westfield

Battle Great Wood

Great Wood, Battle

View of Lake Field

St Mary the Virgin Church, Battle

Battle Abbey and Battlefield

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