Bickpacking King Alfred's Way | Britain's BEST Bikepacking Route?

Is King Alfred’s Way the ultimate Bikepacking Route in Britain?

Explore with me as I take on the 350km King Alfred’s Way, a breath-taking bikepacking adventure in the south of England. This epic cycling route includes some of the best mountain biking and gravel riding areas like the South Downs Way, the Ridgeway, and the Devil's Punchbowl. Whether you're interested in visiting historic sites like Stonehenge, or the pure joy of a cycling challenge, King Alfred’s Way offers something for everyone.

This route lets you experience remote cycling, away from traffic, yet stays conveniently close to shops, pubs, hotels, campsites, and transport links. Perfect for both first-time bikepackers and experienced gravel riders, it accommodates most bikes, including gravel bikes, mountain bikes, and e-bikes.

Despite some challenging weather — thanks to heavy rain and mud — my journey was an unforgettable cycling adventure.

In this video, I share tips and tricks to help you plan and enjoy your own trip on King Alfred’s Way, no matter your experience level.

Thanks to CyclingUK, this amazing route is well worth a ride! Whether you aim to complete it in a day or spread it over a few, this should be your next cycling adventure.

Got any questions about King Alfred’s Way? Leave them in the comments — I’m happy to help!

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00:00 Intro
00:18 Day 1
05:33 Refuel
09:01 Ridgeway
11:54 Reading
12:30 Day 2
13:07 The Why
15:33 Farnham
19:58 South Downs Way
24:27 The Run In
26:29 Stats

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