Hangmans Trail | Mid Route

The Hangmans Trail is a fantastic ride through the breathtaking scenery of the Wessex Downs, with routes from 35 to 70km for you to enjoy! Explore this stunning landscape in the heart of the English countryside on a super set of trails, including the spectacular ridge ride on the Wayfarers Walk across Inkpen hill and Gallows Down with its distinct gibbet, a monument to a darker past! You’re riding through the a historic landscape here, through picturesque villages, past Iron Age hill forts, and the beautifully restored Wilton windmill and the living industrial history of the Crofton beam engines. The route itself takes advantage of the excellent choice of trails through these open, rolling hills on a predominantly off road route, mixed with a few quiet country lanes. All route distances are fully signposted throughout, with GPS files and maps provided as back up, feed stations on route and rider support just a phone call away if you need it. There’s full catering back at the event base too, with hot and cold food and drinks (including our excellent home made chilli), plus instant rider timing at the finish, high quality finishers and the chance to win great Lezyne prizes!