New Portreath Road, Redruth, Cornwall
Access note: The operator reports online booking problems on 17–18 October 2026 and advises booking on arrival. October half-term riding is advertised before winter closure. Read the latest notices and session calendar; no reopening date has been verified.
The Track near Portreath is a family-oriented bike park on New Portreath Road outside Redruth, Cornwall. Its operator advertises trails and jumps for different abilities, with timed riding sessions, equipment hire and practical facilities on site. Choose it for a focused session of bike control and progression, with a clear plan for the youngest or least experienced rider in the group.
This is a seasonal destination, with October half-term riding advertised before winter closure. On 17–18 October 2026 the operator reports problems with online booking and asks riders to book on arrival. Match your intended session to the latest operator update before setting out, and reserve hire equipment separately. Weather can still change an advertised session, so give the return plan the same attention as the riding.
Choose your session’s open riding areas with the crew, matching the trails and jumps to the least experienced rider in the party. Establish the direction, start and safe exit before joining other riders. Select a line you can complete consistently and use repeat runs to improve control. There is no need to add a bigger jump simply to make the session feel worthwhile.
Official route information →The operator names the resi ramp beside the Track Tribe camp meeting area. Ask the crew whether this feature is available in your booked session and what experience and equipment are appropriate. Approach it as a separate decision from ordinary track riding: agree how to enter, when to take a turn and where companions can wait safely clear of other users.
Official route information →The operator describes a progression from a junior pump track to longer jump lines at Portreath. Choose the riding area from the official park information and the signs at the venue; a forest loop map would not describe this compact layout.
The Track (Portreath): official riding and access information →
At the start, explain the group’s experience to the crew and ask where an inspection ride should begin. Learn the chosen line’s entry, direction and stopping places before building speed. Leave space behind other riders and keep companions clear of the riding surface. Repeat a manageable section or run so you can practise braking and looking ahead without constantly adding unfamiliar features.
For families, the ordinary-session rule requires riders under 13 to be accompanied by an adult at all times. Agree a session length that the child can enjoy, with breaks for food and water. If adults take turns riding, establish who remains responsible for each young rider. The family-friendly description is an invitation to select appropriate terrain, not a guarantee that every jump fits every child.
Use the operator’s current address: The Track, New Portreath Road, Redruth, Cornwall, TR16 4HN. Its directions approach from the A30 and follow signs towards Cornwall Gold before continuing to the bike park. Official directions →
Use the operator’s current address: The Track, New Portreath Road, Redruth, Cornwall, TR16 4HN. Its directions approach from the A30 and follow signs towards Cornwall Gold before continuing to the bike park. Arrive with enough time to organise bicycles, helmets and the booking confirmation. The beach village and the riding venue are separate destinations, so plan transport for anyone intending to visit Portreath independently.
If hiring, email the operator to reserve the required bicycles before booking the riding session, as its hire page requests. Provide enough information about rider sizes and needs to establish a suitable arrangement. Once hire is confirmed, reserve the intended session through the official booking link. Do not build the day around a particular hire bike without receiving that confirmation.
Find the planning area on a map →Approximate trail-area pin. This marker identifies the riding area; follow the official arrival directions to its entrance. Official coordinate source
The operator lists parking, a café and toilets on site. Its FAQ also describes a customer shower, an accessible toilet and baby-changing provision. Contact the venue about any particular access requirement so the practical arrangement fits the visitor. Pack a change of clothes and a towel if those facilities form part of your day; their presence does not promise unrestricted availability at every moment.
Bring a reusable drinking bottle: the venue’s FAQ says water is available for refilling and bottled water is not sold. It also identifies an on-site bike shop for inner tubes and bar-end plugs. Carry essentials compatible with your own bike instead of relying on a particular stock item. Establish where to leave spare equipment so it does not obstruct entrances, queues or another family’s break.
Email info@the-track.co.uk to reserve bicycles before booking a riding session. The operator lists bike hire by rider age group and separate helmet hire.
The 2026 season runs 11 April–1 November. Outside Cornish school holidays and bank holidays, riding is Saturday/Sunday. Morning sessions are 9am–noon and afternoons 1pm–4pm; book the date.
The published calendar distinguishes weekend operation from daily opening during the Cornish school holidays, with additional bank-holiday access. October half term is listed within the season, while winter closure follows its end. Use the selected session and the operator’s latest notice for the actual visit. An older film or an attractive weather forecast is not a substitute for a session that is genuinely available.
The current rain-closure notice is a practical reminder that a dirt riding venue can become unavailable during poor conditions. Respect a closed entrance or line and contact the operator about a booked visit when weather changes. If the session goes ahead, assess grip on the opening run, keep warm during breaks and stop before tired hands or reduced concentration make another attempt less controlled.
Portreath offers a coastal overnight base, with rooms at the Portreath Arms and Basset Arms. Redruth has alternatives including Tricky’s and Penventon Park Hotel, while Gwel an Mor advertises lodges above Portreath. Choose the property that suits your party and travel arrangements, then ask directly about bike storage and wet clothing. No hotel booking should be treated as an automatic agreement to bring muddy equipment into the room.
For food after riding, the Portreath Arms advertises a bar and restaurant in the village, and Tricky’s offers meals near Redruth. Arrange the meal time with the venue and allow for unloading or changing first. Keeping dinner flexible is helpful if a young rider needs to finish early or the weather forces a different afternoon plan.
Non-riders can organise a separate woodland outing at Tehidy Country Park. Cornwall Council publishes a park map and walking options, including mainly level paths around the lake and on the North Cliffs circular walk. South Drive has toilets and a café whose operation varies seasonally. Choose the entrance and walk that suit the party’s mobility, and arrange collection without requiring anyone to walk along a bike-park line.
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Displayed distances are straight-line estimates using OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL), not road journeys. Ask the property about secure bike storage and wet-kit arrangements before booking.
RIDE PREPARATION
Consider what suits the route, forecast and your own experience.
The operator gives the 2026 season as 11 April–1 November. It mainly opens at weekends outside Cornish school holidays. Use the current booking calendar for the date you intend to visit, including any weather closure.
The equipment-hire page asks visitors to reserve bikes first, by emailing the operator, before booking a session. Establish the sizes and availability needed, then book the appropriate riding slot.
The booking page requires a helmet, at least a rear brake, bar-end plugs and no stunt pegs. The FAQ excludes balance bikes from the brake requirement. Discuss an unusual bike directly before travelling.
No. The published ordinary-session rule requires an adult to accompany riders under 13 at all times. A separately organised holiday camp has its own arrangements and should not be confused with general admission.
Ask the crew to identify your session’s open areas, riding direction and appropriate starting line. Explain your experience and any younger riders’ needs. Build control through consistent runs before considering a more demanding feature.
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