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Moors Valley Country Park & Forest (Ashley Heath / St Leonards)

Moors Valley is a strong “all-rounder” in the Dorset eMTB directory because it’s set up for reliable, repeatable riding rather than big-mountain drama. For a UK-legal pedal-assist eMTB (EAPC), it’s the sort of place where you can stitch together an eMTB trail-centre day that works for mixed abilities: steady climbs, predictable surfaces, and enough variety to keep the ride feeling purposeful even when the weather turns. If you’re building content for an eMTB bike park directory, Moors Valley also scores because it’s easy to explain: good access, clear visitor infrastructure, and riding that can be as chilled or as “training-focused” as you want it to be.

From an eMTB point of view, the big win is consistency. You can keep the day moving, repeat short sections for skills practice, or extend the ride by linking routes and forest tracks without the climbs dominating. It’s not an uplift bike park and it’s not a pure tech venue, but for riders who want a straightforward Dorset eMTB ride with facilities, bike hire, and a proper “turn up and ride” feel, it belongs in any Electric MTB UK bike park directory short list.

Key information

Web addresshttps://moors-valley.co.uk/
Post CodeBH24 2ET
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Uplift / entry cost (adult)£0 entry (no uplift; vehicle charges apply)
Pass options Season tickets available (see web address)
Bike hire

eMTB hire
Yes — pricing varies by bike type and duration
No (standard bikes available; eMTB not listed)
Parking Paid (ANPR). Typical weekend up to 5+ hrs: £14.00 (term time); peak holiday up to 5+ hrs: £16.50
eMTB policy UK-legal pedal-assist eMTB (EAPC) suitable; ride considerately on shared-use trails
Trails Mix of forest tracks and surfaced routes; confidence-friendly riding with some faster sections
Uplift type None
Best for Beginners, mixed groups, skills repetition, steady eMTB trail-centre days

Facilities

Cost and uplift

There is no uplift. Entry is free on foot, but vehicle charges apply via an ANPR barrier system. Prices vary by date and day type, so for directory accuracy it’s worth checking the live tariff before travelling.

Bike hire

On-site cycle hire supports casual riding and family visits. If you’re riding an eMTB, plan to bring your own bike as eMTB hire is not typically listed here.

Parking and arrival

Moors Valley can hit capacity, particularly during school holidays and weekends. For a quieter eMTB ride, arriving before late morning is generally the safest approach.

Trails and riding style

Expect a practical mix: steady pedalling, predictable gradients and surfaces that suit eMTB range-building and skills work. It’s a good option when you want a controlled environment rather than enduro-style descending.

Facilities

Visitor-centre setup with café, toilets and the kind of day-out infrastructure that makes planning straightforward.

What to know before you go

In wet spells, tyre choice matters more than you might expect on hardpack and mixed surfaces. Keep speeds sensible around walkers and families—this is a shared-use venue.

Last updated: January 2026