Cornwall

The Camel Trail
The Camel Trail winds through some of Cornwall's most beautiful and little known countryside. There are many visitors to the Trail each year; some use it daily for jogging or bird watching, others for an occasional day out walking or cycling.
Being on an old railway track the Trail is virtually level all the way. The surface is mainly smooth and so ideal for wheelchair users, pram and buggy pushers.

Pentewan Valley Trail
Pentewan near Mevagissey.
 
A shorter version of the Camel Trail, traffic free and level, hence particularly suitable for families. Nearly 3 miles long, past the sluice ponds, through ancient oak woodland and alongside the River. Car parking at both ends. Cycle hire available. Pentewan used to be an important Port. Though the Harbour entrance is now blocked by sand, the Harbour Basin with its wooden sluice gates, like the sleepy village itself is a delight to explore. The beach is broad and sandy, popular with sailors, home to a thriving local sailing club. From the end of the Trail Heligan Gardens is only a short cycle ride away. Happily (some may say) the Pentewan Trail is far less popular than Camel Trail.
 

Derbyshire

Longdendale Trail
The Longdendale Trail runs for around 6.5 miles, from just beyond Hadfield Station to the entrance to the Woodhead Tunnel. Following the Trans-Pennine railway closed in 1981.
This is an excellent trail, especially for families and beginners. The surface is of smooth sand, which can make the going quite difficult when it is wet. This is not really a trail to try in bad weather, as it is very open to the elements. It is advisable therefore to choose your direction of travel according to the wind direction.
 

Sett Valley Trail
The Sett Valley Trail runs 2.5 miles. It runs from Hayfield Station to New Mills.
The Sett Valley Trail is at first hard work with many gates and obstructions to negotiate. However, from Hayfield onwards it is quite very pleasant. Hayfield village is well worth a visit and if you want to see some of the unspoilt countryside, then walk from the car park near Bowden Bridge towards Kinderlow Edge past Tunstead Clough Farm.
 

Middlewood Way
The Middlewood Way runs for a total of 11 miles, from Marple to Macclesfield.
The Middlewood Way is provides the ideal opportunity for a quiet and enjoyable family outing. Picnic sites are situated at various points along the trail. The Middlewood Way also offers walkers a number of alternative routes and circular walks via the nearby Macclesfield Canal and Ladybrook Valley.
 

Monsal Trail
The Monsal Trail runs for 8.5 miles between Blackwell and Monsal Head
The Monsal Trail follows the deep limestone valley of the River Wye with crags towering 100 metres above, a river that changes from a fast flowing torrent to a serene lakeland paradise, and spanned by the Monsal Viaduct. This trail is among the very best that you'll find in the Peak National Park.
 

High Peak Trail
The High Peak Trail joins up with the Tissington Trail at Parsley Hay. It is 17.5 miles long and follows the old Cromford Railway, starting at Cromford and finishing at Dowlow, south of Buxton.
This is perhaps the most interesting of the trails because this old railway line is much less straight than other railways, with sharp curves which seem to give frequent changes of view. For a railway line it is, in fact, not level and has several fairly steep inclines, which now provide variety for the cyclist.
N.B. The steep inclines may seem fun, however cyclists are not advised to ride on them.

Tissington Trail
Together with The High Peak Trail, this is the oldest of the Peak District Trails. It runs 13 miles from what was Ashbourne Station to join The High Peak Trail at Parsley Hay.
This is a very pleasant ride, the surface is limestone so will be good in all weathers. The northern half runs over the limestone uplands, the remainder being the through softer lines of the lower valleys where the trail is largely wooded, giving occasional glimpses of the landscape. This trail is uphill all the way North, so it is a good idea to head North first.
 

Manifold Track
The Manifold Track, located entirely within Staffordshire, runs for a total of 9 miles. It meanders through two river valleys; the Manifold and the Hamps.

The section of the Manifold Valley through which this track runs is quite a good example of the deep limestone valleys of the White Peak. It is quite wooded so the views are not as spectacular as other trails. The most notable feature is Thor's Cave.
N.B. The section between Wettonmill and Swainsley is open to vehicles, so you will need to keep close to children

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Devon

Devon

Tarka Trail

Thirty two miles of the Tarka Trail are a cycle/walkway, following the old railway line from Braunton on the north Devon coast, to Petrockstow deep in the heart of Tarka Country. This part of the Trail offers easy, flat, traffic-free cycling suitable for all the family around the wide expanse of the Taw/Torridge Estuary, before following the River Torridge inland.
 

Kent

The Crab and Winkle Line
A 12 kilometre off-road link between Canterbury and Whitstable, along parts of the now disused Crab and Winkle railway line, the first passenger line to be opened in the world.

Canterbury to Fordwich
A short route of only 2.6 kilometres, it is a pleasant and safe route for all the family. Following the Stour River with places to picnic, a lovely pond and two great pubs at Fordwich.
The Escape Route CLICK HERE

Bewl Water -
A 21 kilometre off-road route around Bewl Water Reservoir.
For details CLICK HERE
Tel: 01892 890661

Thames-Medway Canal
7 kilometres of very flat cycle route through the North Kent Marshes from Higham to Gravesend. There is a bridleway detour to Shornemead Napoleonic Fort.

Bedgebury Forest
There are a number of cycle routes through the Forest. Information is available on arrival at the forest centre. For more information on cycling around Tunbridge Wells and Bedgebury Forest, why not buy one of our the Parish Pedals packs.

Dover to Folkestone and Hythe
Using National Cycle Route 2, this route follows the top of the White Cliffs, with fantastic views along the coastline. From the centre of Folkestone, the route is almost totally off-road for a further 10 kilometres to the Royal Military Canal.

Riverside Country Park
Cycling from Otterham Quay to the Strand at Gillingham, this 7 kilometre route follows the coastline through the North Kent Marshes area, famous for its bird life.

Trosley Country Park
This park covers 160 acres of the North Downs near Meopham. Cyclists are permitted to use the main routes through the woodland, if they are prepared to travel slowly and give way to pedestrians. Mountain bikers and other cyclists looking for more adventurous routes should use the bridleway around the perimeter of the park.

Shorne Wood Country Park
This 174 acre park is situated near Cobham, off the A2. There is a safe cycling and horse riding route around the park.

Bluewater
There are 4 kilometres of cycle routes around Bluewater shopping complex, passing peaceful lakes and picnic spots. Bike hire is available at Bluewater and there are cycle racks, lockers and a centre specifically designed for cyclists to lock bikes and take a shower before going shopping. Bluewater is linked to National Cycle Network Route 1.

Samphire Hoe
This new piece of Britain was created from the material dug during the building of the Channel Tunnel. It is situated just off National Cycle Route 2 of the National Cycle Network, between Dover and Folkestone. If you have to travel by car, it is just off the A20. There are three kilometres of cycle routes, some beautiful scenery, interesting wildlife and a small café and toilets.

Penshurst Off-Road Centre (PORC)
This fantastic facility is open all year in Viceroys Wood. There are a number of off-road routes for all levels of ability, from very technical to some great leisure routes. Cycles can also be hired on site. Contact PORC on 01892 870136.

Sittingbourne to Conyer Creek
A beautifully quiet route running for 3 kilometres from Sittingbourne Stadium along the spectacular North Kent Marshes to the delightful village of Conyer.

Faversham to Graveney
A delightful section of National Cycle Route 1, along Faversham Creek to the hamlet of Graveney. The route continues on quiet country lanes to Seasalter and Whitstable. From there you can cycle the 12 kilometre section of National Cycle Route 1 along the Crab and Winkle Way, to Canterbury. There are regular trains back to Faversham from Canterbury.