Trail Conditions

Amazing what a few dry days can do May 14, 2012
A dry, windy weekend has dried out most of the trails and conditions are much improved.  Still a few damp patches off the main lines but great ... [MORE]

Dry forecast for the Bank Holiday Weekend May 03, 2012
Recent rain has left a few patches of standing water, but trails are all in pretty cood condition and some lines have actually improved. Family Tra... [MORE]

Good conditions - despite recent rain April 19, 2012
We didn't get that much rain over the past few days and all the trails are in good condition.  Verderer's - great fun - quote from happy rider... [MORE]

Fantastic Spring conditions April 01, 2012
The recent dry, sunny weather has left all the trails in excellent condition.  Family Trail - dry Vereder's - dry and fast...you will wa... [MORE]

Verderer's Trail update February 18, 2012
The Verderer's Trail has been receiving some care over the last week. The softer spots that have built up over the winter months have now got more s... [MORE]

Wyedean Rally January 30, 2012
Please note that the Wyedean Rally will be held in the Forest on Saturday February 11th.  This is a high speed car rally and all cycle&nbs... [MORE]

Great winter conditions January 23, 2012
Recent mild and dry weather has left the trails in excellent condition.  Plenty of riders around to testify that it never rains in the Forest -... [MORE]

November trail conditions November 19, 2011
The Vereder's Trail has bedded in well although some sections are a bit "slow".  Our workshop team reckon it's great at night and the new blue ... [MORE]

Dry October Trails October 22, 2011
Trails are open and remain dry in the late autumn sunshine. There is great riding at the moment. Come along and try one of the trails, family, mount... [MORE]

All trails now fully open August 26, 2011
Great news for the Bank Holiday weekend - the sun is going to shine and all diversions are now finished - great riding anticipated! ... [MORE]

Trail Diversions July 30, 2011
Please note that there are diversions in place due to Forestry operations on both the Verderer's and Freeminer's trails at present.  Please ask... [MORE]

New trails open in July See the Dragons Tail July 01, 2011
New trail opens in July.  After months of work in the forest mid July will see the opening of new mountain bike trails in the Cannop ... [MORE]

New skills areas now open April 22, 2011
    After much hard work over the spring season in the forest we can now announce the opening of new beginner and intermediate s... [MORE]

Bluebells have arrived April 21, 2011
The summer is on the way in the forest as the new bluebells can be seen along the family trail between Burnt Log and the hill at Three Brothers... [MORE]

Warmer weather and dry trails April 10, 2011
The long dry March and early April weather has helped dry out the trails after the winter. Riding is getting fast and slick, the spring forest is fa... [MORE]

Summer Time is here March 25, 2011
Summer time is about to arrive, the clocks change and we return to long days in the forest. The trails are drying out and the riding is speeding up ... [MORE]

Family Trail Conditions January 03, 2011
All snow has now melted and the trail has drained well so it's in tip top condition!! Keep up those New Years resolutions and burn off the excess... [MORE]

Timber felling on DH tracks December 28, 2010
Timber felling has commenced on and around the downhill tracks in the Sallowvalletts area. Currently some of the downhill trails are clo... [MORE]

Latest conditions for family trail December 28, 2010
The snow on the family trail is gradually melting but there are areas of compacted snow and ice. Caution is advised!!... [MORE]

Latest conditions for family trail December 24, 2010
Currently there is still 3 or 4 inches of powdered and compact snow on the trail which makes it hard going but not impossible to ride. It'll certa... [MORE]

Year End Biking November 23, 2010
As the year draws to a close and Christmas approaches get away from the shops and enjoy a ride in the woods. The central Forest of Dean is well protec... [MORE]

Autumn is finally here October 19, 2010
The trees have started to change and the fantastic colours of the forest in the Autumn are here. This is an amazing time to get out and cycle the fore... [MORE]

September Trails September 18, 2010
September has brought cooler early morning weather but the trails are mainly dry and fast still. Just got in from a warmed up sun soaked ride in ... [MORE]

Trails Drying Out for the Bank Holiday August 27, 2010
Things are looking a little more stable in respect of the weather this weekend. The bank holiday weekend forecast for the forest is mainly dry wit... [MORE]

Freeminer trail/FODCA trail open July 11, 2010
Despite recent logging the Freeminer trail (new name for FODCA trail) is up and running so come along and test your skills on this nice piece of class... [MORE]

Summer is here June 14, 2010
If you didn't get the chance to visit in the Bluebell season they've gone until next year now. Late this year but fantastic riding. Now we have the su... [MORE]

Trails in great condition June 13, 2010
Due to the long dry period and a little rain to dampen the dust the trails are in excellent condition and riding fast! Downhillers, make use o... [MORE]

Trails Dry, Bluebells Out May 23, 2010
The forest trails have dried out over the last few warm days and single track is fast and dry. The forest is in full leaf finally after a cold sprin... [MORE]

Freeminer/FODCA trial closed May 06, 2010
The Freeminer trail is closed until further notice to due forest operations! Watch this space for further news.... [MORE]

Bluebells are coming April 19, 2010
The month of May will be with us soon and with it the blue carpet of Bluebells that will cover the forest floor. If you have never seen the sight ... [MORE]

DH & XC Tracks Map April 10, 2010
We have added a Downhill and Cross Country Tracks Map to the site today for those wanting to find the best built tracks in the forest. Thanks to D... [MORE]

Great weather for this weekend April 09, 2010
After a great week of weather the trails are drying up nicely and what with a good outlook for the weekend the single track should be getting alot mor... [MORE]

Spring is on the way April 03, 2010
The trails were starting to dry out as we head for spring weather but the last few days rain has dampened them a bit! The forest will be green wi... [MORE]

Free Miner Trail (FODCA) Open! April 03, 2010
The free miner trail has been cleared for the Easter weekend! Trail conditions are wet and muddy but still rideable and lots of fun!... [MORE]

March is upon us February 24, 2010
The weather, recent snow brought some great crisp riding conditions in the forest. Single track trails are generally wet at the moment but ridable in ... [MORE]