We unearth the must-go destinations and amazing roads to make this your best biking year yet

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Former police rider Stewart Mackie highlights the techniques you can deploy this summer to become more confident and skilful than ever

1 BEAUTIFUL DAYS, DEVON Created by folk rockers the Levellers in 2003, Beautiful Days near Ottery St Mary is a celebration of folk, reggae and punk-leaning music. It’s hugely welcoming and family frie