Fasten your helmets and dust off your bike, as a new semi-urban mountain bike trail is opening in Watford’s Whippendell Wood.
The new project will cater to riders of all levels and will feature purpose-built elements including progressive jumps and technical descents.
There will also be free group coaching sessions and paid private coaching on offer.
The facility will replace unauthorised bike trails that were removed to protect the woodland.
The project is partially funded through the Community Infrastructure Levy-backed Watford Neighbourhood Grant, with additional support from West Herts Golf Club, which has returned a section of leased land to make the trail possible.
John Holbrook, director at Bike Park Chilterns CIC, said: “It’s great that we can assist with one of the UK’s first council-led semi-urban mountain bike trail areas. This project highlights what can be achieved through collaboration and presents a great opportunity for Watford to take a leading role in outdoor recreation.”
The trail is set to open later this summer.
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