Test Way off road cycle trail

Distance  5 miles each way, all of which are off road.

Grade  Easy

Start  Stonymarsh car park, north of Timsbury on A3057. Grid ref. 335 269.
Height restriction barriers are in place at this car park

Running between Stonymarsh and Stockbridge, this disused railway track provides a safe and flat surface for cycling. As this trail is linear it is particularly suitable for families with children. The trail runs along the eastern bank of the River Test passing through Horsebridge with its attractive weirs and renovated station house. Stockbridge Common Nature Reserve is one of several wildlife havens that can be discovered en route.

Places of Interest
Mottisfont Abbey and Gardens near Romsey, tel 01794 340757
Stockbridge Common Nature Reserve
Houghton Lodge, near Stockbridge, tel  01264 810502

Refreshments
The  Bear & Ragged Staff, Michelmersh, tel 01794 368602
The John of Gaunt Inn, Horsebridge, tel 01794 388394
Mottisfont Post Office (cream teas)
Stockbridge has many tea rooms and public houses to choose from.

Download the Test Way leaflet and map 739kb pdf