Gawton Gravity Hub

Fran Dawson:

Gawton and Tavi woodlands has to be my favourite spot to ride in the south west. There is a good variety of trails across the 2 sites with plenty of progressive features to practice and develop your skills. The uplift at Gawton is fast and efficient so you make the most out of your day. I have also recently took part in 2 of the woodland riders winter series races which were really well run there was a great supportive atmosphere and a good day was had by all.

Good variety of trails Good facilities Plenty of parking Progressive features Great uplift sevice Well maintained Rad as f**k

Richard bowyer :

If you've never been please check this place out, whatever your style you won't be disappointed

Long runs but not so long your dying out your ass, easy begginer trails although this is a dh site so don't expect xc it's still a red! Jumps starting from tables to big road gaps! Plenty to challenge even the best riders with some tracks that floe and tracks that have your brain working overtime just to stay on your bike, overall tracks and uplift for the price you pay is more than reasonable

Jon Credicott:

For one of the best riding areas in the uk, venture down to Devon! Make a weekend of it, ride both sites, get the beers in and leave with a smile on your face. Come and ride Gawton and Tavistock woodlands ( but make sure to buy a day pass! ) . As you may be able to tell I am a little biased - but it's all worth it ;)

Both Tavistock woodlands and Gawton gravity hub cater for all ages and abilities. Gawton is a great, well served riding area ranging from the beginners favourite, HSD and the mental new Megatavi course. Efficient uplift service from Flyup who also serve the Forest Of Dean site and skills coaching sessions from World Cup racer Jay Williamson. And Tavistock woodlands is a great site for those new to the sport with a variety of jump features and different short courses. I have been involved with the riding scene around the Tavistock area now for around 16 years and can honestly say that it is one of the most well served towns in the uk for cycling. Great xc loops on dartmoor, purpose built dirt jumps in the town centre and a cool pump track at the Gawton site.

Simon:

All in all, go there.. certainly the best venues for DH in south west and its been described as some of the best in the UK. Well scaled trails mean its not downhill specific and certain trails can be ridden on just about anything. Great passionate people Bacon sandwiches available Training available on site by a current world cup downhiller, you need to book in advance but hes pretty cheap for a full days tuition. Cheap!!! @ £5 a go or £40 for a year its cheap and all money made goes back into the site...

Stunning views and beautiful woodlabd surround both sites. The trails themselves are painstakingly build a dedicated team of experienced volunteers and no matter what your skill level there are full trails to ride. Obviously if your Steve Peat then this is a very small venue but for most of us... its a great mix of trails and a solid and supportive community. I have not met a single rider not willing to chat and have made some great friends. My favorite part is tavi woodlands though, less racer focused than most of gawton and often quieter, there are trails amongst trails and awesome little features tucked away on offshoot lines... I have been riding tavi woods for over a decade and still find new stuff when I explore.

Heidi:

I would recommend but not for beginners.

Awesome place to ride and lots of friendly riders, alot of variety of tracks, possible on both hardtails and full suspension. Riders all very friendly and quick to come to your help when you have an off.

Katie Trew:

Gawton Gravity Hub is where I took a downhill bike for the first time, being female and a complete novice I was terrified of riding there. But when I turned up everyone was so friendly, the tracks were so much fun and really challenged me. I walked the track first to get a feel of it then decided to commit and bomb it down as quick as possible and managed proper job at the same speed as my mate who's been riding for years! I've been here a few times now as it's local to me and it just keeps getting better and better. Tavi woodlands over the road was super fun for the afternoon ride, loads of line choice, great features and jumps to progress on. Definitely not for beginners who aren't looking to scare the bejeezus out of themselves!

- Challenging - Well maintained - Community feel - Good variety of trails