Volunteers needed to help develop new mountain bike trail at Hamsterley Forest

Volunteers are invited to assist in the construction of a new blue graded mountain biking trail at Hamsterley Forest.

Credit: Hamsterley Forest - Forestry England

Work has recently begun on a new blue-grade mountain bike trail at Hamsterley, due to be open in Spring 2025. The existing blue trail is felt to be more of a green graded trail, so the new blue trail design aims to provide a better progression for riders. The new trail will enhance the existing network at Hamsterley Forest by offering additional options for intermediate-level mountain bikers. Its layout intends to facilitate smooth, flowing descents suitable for progressing skills.

The proposed blue trail offers several notable features:

Please fill in volunteer registration form online before you arrive https://public.forestryengland.uk/EOI/

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