THE MBUK DIRECTORY

Everything you need to know about Gawton Gravity Hub

GET THERE

From the M5 southbound, exit at junction 31 and join the A30. Turn left after Okehampton, on the A386. After Tavistock join the A390, then turn left onto the B3257. Gawton Gravity Hub will be on your right – look out for the brown tourism signs. For sat-navs. use the postcode PL19 8JN.

FACILITIES

Parking, cafe, toilets, uplift service, pump track

NEARBY BIKE SHOPS

The Gawton Gravity clubhouse sells a few basic spares. For more major repairs, try Rockin Bikes in Yelverton or make the 30-minute drive south to Plymouth, where there’s a range of shops. www.gawtongravityhub. co.uk www.rockinbikes.co.uk

WHAT ELSE IS NEARBY?

Tavistock Woods Tavi Woodlands is the spiritual home of MTBers from the area. All the top local riders have honed their skills here at some point. It’s packed with short-course downhill tracks perfect for either a DH or trail bike.

Haldon Forest For gentler trail rides and more beginner-friendly loops, the trail centre at Haldon Forest, an hour’s drive across Dartmoor, is a good bet. www.forestry.gov.uk/ haldonforestpark