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Mountain bike trails · South West England

Elephant Man

In or near Ruardean Woodside.

Elephant Man — a mtb trail in england west midlands.

Speech House Road - geograph.org.uk - 5228145

Stephen McKay — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence

Plan your visit

Typical visit
1 h–2 h
Nearest railway station
Rookwood · 3.0 km

About

Elephant Man is a mtb trail located in england west midlands, mapped by OpenStreetMap contributors. Detailed amenities and visitor information may vary; check the OSM page for the latest tagged metadata.

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Protected designations

  • Site of Special Scientific Interest: River Wye SSSI
  • Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: Wye Valley

Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.

Place summary

Elephant Man is a mountain bike trail located in the West Midlands. This trail offers a mix of terrain suitable for various skill levels, making it an appealing choice for mountain biking enthusiasts. Riders can expect a combination of natural features and well-maintained paths. The setting provides an opportunity to enjoy the local landscape while engaging in an adrenaline-fuelled activity.

AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.

Coordinates
51.8013, -2.5788
County
Gloucestershire
Parish
West Dean
Postcode
GL16 7EG
Parliamentary constituency
Forest of Dean
Nearest railway station
Rookwood3 km

Sources

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Elephant Man?
Elephant Man is in Gloucestershire, South-West England, United Kingdom (postcode GL16 7EG), in the parish of West Dean.
What is Elephant Man?
Elephant Man — a mtb trail in england west midlands.
How do I get to Elephant Man?
The nearest railway station is Rookwood, about 3.0 km away. The nearest town is Ruardean Woodside. Drivers can use postcode GL16 7EG.
Is Elephant Man a protected site?
Yes — Elephant Man is part of the River Wye SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the Wye Valley National Landscape (AONB).
How do I get to Elephant Man?
The nearest railway station is Rookwood, about 3.0 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode GL16 7EG.