Below are 5 picturesque cycling routes for you to enjoy during your stay at the peacock. They work with local authorities and other organisations to create an environment whereby people are more likely to walk and use bicycles, not only for leisure but also for work and other activities. Discover limestone dales, a former railway, the historic plague village and the cathedral of the peak in an unspoilt farming landscape. We have two of the longdistance routes on the national cycle network starting here in chepstow. The canal continues to uxbridge where the national cycle route 6 joins national cycle route 61 at cowley, near brunel university, sharing the same path until the two routes diverge at st albans. The lake district is a popular choice for people booking cycling holidays and a wide range of hotels and accommodation cater for those travelling light during a cycling tour of the area. To ashbourne, halifax, hebden bridge, burnley, barnoldswick, sedbergh, applebyinwestmorland and berwickupontweed. The london lands end cycle route book is designed for those who love cycling, but dont like traffic. Pedal through the peak district on this easy route through the limestone ravine of dovedale, finishing with superb views of the white peak s.
Cycling, bike hire and cycle routes in the lake district. Welcome to a website designed to offer information on routes within the national cycle network as well as the ncn itself and the people behind it, sustrans these online guides to various routes on the ncn have been independently developed by a variety of people, including volunteer rangers who look after individual sections of network, sustrans supporters, and other. I began road riding recently and have cycled on roads that i know but have never ventured out of my comfort zone though i am keen to explore some more routes departing from chesterfield and reeturning back to chesterfield around the peak. With bunkhouse and hostel accommodation available on the peak district cycle trails the white peak loop provides ideal off road cycle holidays with easy rides and stunning views. Get a fresh twowheeled perspective on our places with these cycling routes. National route 4 of the national cycle network is a long distance route between london and fishguard via reading, bath, bristol, newport, swansea, carmarthen, tenby, haverfordwest and st. National cycle network route 1 cycle route norwichnorfolk. Peak district cycle routes off road trails and quiet lanes. This event listing has been supplied by a registered event organiser. Rails trails and limestone dales cycle route peak district. This area map shows the national cycle network and local routes in this area.
Looking for the best routes to cycle to, from and around the peak district for everyday journeys. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. National cycle route 5 begins in the south from ncr 4 at reading and runs up to and through our region before heading north to chester then across north wales to holyhead. Bike ride maps the cycle maps and cycle touring guide books website. Uk cycle maps and guide books sorted by county, region and country. Ncr 5 kings norton to longbridge national cycle network national cycle network. Some offroad routes are included, but onroad alternatives are provided for those who dont have mountain bikes. The tissington trail, derbyshire britains best bike. Descriptions, maps and videos for peak district cycling routes. These offer quiet and pleasant alternatives for cyclists wishing to travel to and from reading. View, print and download the cycle route national cycle network reading to oxford national route 5 from eteb3 39 mi.
Eighteen routes to explore the traffic free lanes and off road trails of the peak district from limestone dales to open moors, gritstone crags and tiny villages. Visit the gps cycle and walking routes website for over 600 routes covering the national cycle network. Highlights include the wonderful tissington trail and the long distance pennine bridleway which passes close to the popular dovestone reservoir. Easy going cycle routes there are some fantastic easy going, gentle and mainly traffic free cycle routes in the peak district and derbyshire that are perfect for families. Peak district cycling, biking routes, events, ride maps. The views and statements expressed herein do not necessarily reflect the views of british cycling or its associated federations. Pedal through the peak district on this easy route through the limestone ravine of dovedale, finishing with superb views of the white peaks. Bamford also known as bamford with thornhill is a village in the derbyshire peak district, england, close to the river derwent.
The tissington trail, derbyshire britains best bike rides. There are short, medium and long distance cycle routes so easy to choose a route to suit your fitness and requirements. Click these links for trails, hill climbs or videos. Even if you want to stay in the same place, there are numerous different cycling routes throughout the lake district, so you can easily find a different route. A straightforward route through attractive yorkshire farmland on the nw edge of the peak district. National capital district cycling routes, trails and races. If you are looking for where to buy cycle maps or cycling guide books, or for suggestions and advice on where to ride, you have found the right place. The norfolk sustrans cycle map and the fens sustrans cycle mapthe goldeneye norfolk cycle map bike ride maps cycle maps and cycle touring guide books, incl c2c, sustrans etc. Peak district cycling routes peak district cycling biking. British cycling does not warrant the accuracy, reliability, currency or completeness of those views or statements and does not accept any legal liability whatsoever arising from any. This route is suitable for road bikes, and there are several opportunities en route to stop for refreshments.
National cycle network route 1 map available see uk links. To the northeast is bamford edge, and to the southeast the location of the water treatment works covering the ladybower, derwent and howden reservoirs. It was created by the charity sustrans who were aided by a. A few peak district mountain biking routes that focus on challenging descents, mainly around the hope valley area in the dark peak. Reading is the junction of route 4, route 5 and route 23 of the national cycle network. Read detailed peak district cycling route descriptions, maps, photographs and action videos of rides and events that have taken place. The peak district is home to fabulous offroad cycling routes including tissington and high peak trails which meet at parsley hay and the quieter manifold track in the southwestern peak running from waterhouses along the old leek and manifold light railway line. This is a list of routes on sustranss national cycle network within the united kingdom. These routes showcase the district s abundant wildlife, stunning scenery and rich heritage. The route i planned to take ran from guildford to horsham in sussex, a distance of around 18 miles and largely following national cycle network route 223. For those looking for road cycling we have five circular road routes, including one that takes in the whole of hampshire. Running between ashbourne and buxton is the tissington trail, a former railway line, easily accessible and providing miles of flat easy going cycling for all the family to. It covers the peak district national park region in england, including sheffield, chesterfield, buxton, rotherham, worksop and macclesfield.
The guide also includes tips for cycling the routes and advice for novices. Theres some splendid cycle trails to enjoy in the national park. Then this cycle journey planner could be a useful tool. As the cycle network has not been fully completed, some sections of routes are still under construction. National cycle network route 1 links with the norfolk coast cycleway at wighton, and with route at gateley, just south of fakenham. Road bike routes through derbyshire peak district scenic. Extended multiday routes designed for the cycle tourist who wants more of a challenge. Authorities cycle routes, shipwrights way section of and local cyclists touring club ctc routes. Part of the this route is a partnership between national. The book takes you onto the most beautiful cycle routes of southern england, including the camel trail, devon coast to coast route, bristol and bath railway path, thames valley route and many more.
The national cycle network ncn is the national cycling route network of the united kingdom, which was established to encourage cycling throughout britain, as well as for the purposes of bicycle touring. The white peak loop connect up the high peak trail, the tissington trail and the monsal trail to provide 60 miles of scenic off road cycling. A look at some of the national cycle route network in and around the west midlands area. For more information about the national network visit the sustrans website below. This area map shows the national cycle network and local routes in the peak district national park, including around sheffield, chesterfield, buxton, rotherham, worksop and macclesfield, plus offroad cycling including the tissington trail. Five peak district cycling routes the peacock at rowsley. Cycling in the peak district 2nd edition gritstone. From reading ncr 5 runs north to oxford via didcot, then banbury where it turns west to shipstononstour, followed by a north run to stratfordonavon. Peak district sustrans cycle map cycle maps and cycle. Bikeabililty hampshire useful websites cycle hampshire.
Sustrans is the uks leading sustainable transport charity. Accommodation in bunkhouses and hostels on the white peak loop peak district cycle trails. Oct 04, 20 north downs link ncn route 223 on a mild day early in september, i decided to head out on one of the routes over the north downs from sustrans excellent book, cycling in south east england, by john grimshaw, that id been meaning to try out for a while. This route may be incomplete, feel free to improve it. Northumberland national park has some of the most challenging and picturesque cycle routes in the uk for road cycling and mountain biking.
Peak district cycling routes peak district cycling. If you are looking for walking routes please go to. The photos are dated but good variety of routes with most being upwards of 60% off road. Description peak district sustrans cycle map 26 a 2nd edition sustrans map on stronger, more waterresistant paper. Usbrs maps and route resources adventure cycling association. This route is based on data from openstreetmap, a world map that you can edit. Cycle routes explore a selection of challenging and breathtaking cycling routes in and around the national park. The book includes the original photographs taken by harold briercliffe and the original illustrations. Synopsis cycling in the lake district features a wide range of routes, from short easy routes to a 30mile allday adventure. Spring has arrived and so it is time to take to your bike in the peak district.
See our peak district maps section for other routes and information on local maps. The 9 edges challenge is a 21 mile route that crosses 9 gritstone edges in the eastern peak district. Maps and guide books for longdistance cycle routes. Bicycle route system is a project to create publiclyaccessible bicycle travel routes across the country. In dry conditions the rolling terrain and easy surfaces are kind to the mountain biker. The national cycle network is a great way to find trafficfree routes and quiet lanes.
There then follows a climb and a satisfying descent to sheepbridge before roads and cycle way bring you back to the start. All routes are designated through a state and federallevel process, with the goal of building broad support for bicycling and bicycle travel in communities across the country. No matter what your cycling ability, the peak district is a superb spot to explore on two wheels. National cycle network reading to oxford national route 5. To get you started we have selected five circular off road routes. Norfolk cycle route maps and guide books, including.
Quality mountain bike routes in the peak district and derbyshire. Follow national cycle routes 55 and 68 from buxton in the peak district to the lovely town of marple in cheshire. However, like many lowland routes, in wet conditions some of the trails become sticky so the ride requires significantly more time and energy. Family friendly cycling peak district and derbyshire. In 2017, the 16,575 mile network was used for over 786 million cycling and walking trips. It also uses part of the marriotts way, and forms part of the north sea cycle route. So keep your bike tyres pumped ready to cycle those high roads. Tr live national cycle network reading travel info. Highlights on this route include the beautiful peak district scenery and the middlewood way an off road path passing by the macclesfield canal. Quality mountain bike routes in the peak district and.
Hi, does anybody have any suggestions to any bike routes through the peak distict on roads. No matter what your ability, whether youre a road cyclist or a mountain biker, northumberland national park has you sorted. Pdf peak district mountain biking download ebook for free. Cycling routes of the peak district travel the guardian. Evans cycles peak district road sportive events british.
If you would like a single room please book early as single rooms are often limited. Clearly described directions writen by local riders. On a mild day early in september, i decided to head out on one of the routes over the north downs from sustrans excellent book, cycling in south east england, by john grimshaw, that id been meaning to try out for a while. Its an annual charity event put on in aid of the edale mountain rescue service that pits walkers, runners and climbers against some famous derbyshire gritstone edges. Peak district 100 mile route page 2 cyclechat cycling forum. Norfolk cycle route maps and guide books bike ride maps. Central england covers cycle routes in the peak district, cheshire and north shropshire, east of the pennines, the midlands, the malverns, the wye valley, the forest of dean and various routes north of london. Peak district 100 mile route page 2 cyclechat cycling. The route continues along the grand union canal and the colne valley on mainly trafficfree routes. Ncr 5 kings norton to longbridge national cycle network.