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Thousands of miles of ancient trails and the best cross-country riding in the UK

South Downs

Did you know there are thousands of miles of ancient bridleways to be explored across the South Downs? Mountain biking is the perfect way to enjoy this national park that offers 360 degree panoramic views of the English Channel and the high weald towards the North. Sprinkled through-out are the pockets of woodland which serve offer up scintillating singletrack to inject sheer flow to your South Downs MTB ride.

Monthly Guided Rides

New 2019 – Stanmer Park

City Limits Singletrack

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Birling Gap Bash

Classic South Downs XC

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New 2019 – Friston Forest

Festooned with singletrack

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Slindon Shred

A Cracking XC Adventure

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The South Downs has a great mountain biking scene and for many it is the ideal place for an introduction to off-road cycling. The open downland and fast rolling bridleways provide the excellent terrain to build your fitness and fine tune your bike handling skills. Everyone can benefit from focussed MTB coaching from our local expert coaches Hannah and Jim. Both can deliver custom fun sessions covering core basics through to mastering singletrack. Locations for our South Downs MTB coaching include Stanmer Park, Queen Elizabeth Country Park and Friston Forest. 

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Our 2019 Weekenders

Along with our South Downs Way and Bikepacking trips and back again for 2019 are our series of mountain biking weekends with our friends at Beyond the Mud. Immerse yourself in two full days that will have you developing your singletrack skills, exploring the ancient trails of the South Downs and endulging in the best cycling specific pilates and delicious food.

South Downs Way

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Bikepacking Intro

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MTB Pilates Retreats

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Bespoke Experience

Our in-depth knowledge of the South Downs trail network along with our passion is on hand for you and friends to tap into and together, regardless of fitness or ability level, we can build the perfect mountain bike ride or trip. Therefore, If you are looking for a MTB based 1-2-1, team building corporate activity, birthday, stag or hen party then please contact us today via phone or email and let’s go mountain biking on the South Downs.

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Groups (*min. 3 riders)

I booked Marmalade for my son’s 7th birthday having been recommended by a friend. Having not done any real mountain biking with my sons I was a bit apprehensive but needn’t have been! Sean and Paul were very professional, patient and encouraging and everyone (including me) had an awesome time! Have already been asked by the birthday boy if he can do it again next year but I have a feeling we will be booking another session before then.

Michelle, Worthing

I had a great few hours on the South Downs with Chris from Marmalade MTB. Beautiful views and a well planned ride that reflected just what I had asked for. Chris was good company and the three hours flew by. Sean had arranged everything at very short notice, and it all fell into place perfectly. I would certainly recommend Marmalade, as well as the idea of getting someone to guide you when you’re riding somewhere new. I didn’t waste a single minute in dead ends or losing elevation on tarmac like I would have done if I’d been on my own.

Olli, Norwich

Great weekend with some awesome ladies. A fab weekend which was just like being out for a ride with mates; but with the security of being with people who know the trails. The trails were a great mix of open XC and sweet old skool singletrack. Super chilled out, fun and supportive. I’ve come away feeling so much more confident in my own ability and wanting get out on the trails more.

Kate, North Wales

Just got back from a girls weekend away down south and had the best time, just a shame it all come to an end!
A defo for next year, so keep me posted.

Tanya, North Wales

t: 07840 724611
e: sean@marmalademtb.com

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