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Top 5 UK Cycling Routes for a Weekend Ride
Looking to turn a weekend into something memorable? These are my five favourite UK day rides — big scenery, proper climbs, and the kind of roads you'll be...
Leith Hill-Brighton-Leith Hill
A suitably epic gravel ride for the longest Saturday of the year. Ride from the base of Leith Hill down to the coast and back through the South...
Swinley Forest Gravel
Swinley forest is better known for its mountain biking rather than gravel, but nestled away in this forest west of London there is an expansive network of forest...
PICO DE LAS NIEVES- GRAND CANARIA
Since when has the UK been so cold? Trying to put distance under your belt is tough at the moment, and there are only so many indoor sessions...
Lady Marmolada
Everyone has heard of the Maratona, a 140k epic sportive starting and finishing in the mountain village of Corvara, in the heart of the Dolomites.
TO THE OLD CAPITAL
A journey from the current capital to Winchester, which was the capital of England under Alfred the Great. This road ride promises to take you through some lesser-known Surrey and...
POCKETS OF GREEN
Cycle through some of London's greenest spaces this summer. Laced with many an opportunity for a picnic in the park, this route sees you through the grandest, Richmond, Bushy, Hyde...
Autumn in the city
The perfect autumnal route taking in all of London's beautiful parks so you can witness the city as it changes colour.
BRAILSFORD WAY (Ffordd Brailsford)
The Brailsford Way (Ffordd Brailsford) is made up of two routes paying tribute to the local legend David Brailsford who grew up in Snowdonia. This route is the 75-mile (125km)...
River Lea Gravel
The banks of the River Lea in East London are stoked in history. Paths that were once used by horses to pull supply barges in and out of...
A SALUTE TO THE BAKEWELL TART
Starting and ending in Bakewell cycle past the picturesque Ladybower reservoir in the peak district. This route then takes you along the sunning snake pass one of Britain's...
INSIDE OUT AUTUMN ROUTE
GRAVEL 66 KM 112M Ride Type Distance Elevation Gain The Autumn Inside Out route promises to introduce even the most experienced navigators to a ride that spans lesser...
Holkham and Stiffkey stores
Taking in the twisting roads and beautiful Norfolk countryside this is a great route to, ironically, unwind on. Follow the coastal road, taking in one of the UK's...
Bolton Abbey Loop
ROAD 96.0KM 1,380M Ride Type Distance Elevation Gain Starting and ending at Bolton Abbey this ride takes you through the twisting lanes of the Yorkshire Dales. Make sure...
Elan Valley Reservoirs
GRAVEL 80 KM 1200M Ride Type Distance Elevation Gain Starting and ending in the quaint Welsh town Rhayader this gravel loop explores sections of the Trans Cambrian Way...
Olympic Nostalgia 10 YEARS ON
The 2012 Olympic Road Race route cuts through central London to cross the River Thames at Putney Bridge. Take on the famous Box Hill, and enjoy the breathtaking views.
Glasgow to Edinburgh off road
Starting in Glasgow head along the Forth and Clyde Canal path, before joining the Union Canal, and cycle over the impressive Avon aqueduct. Nearing Edinburgh you will come across...
TOUR DE FEMMES STAGE 7: SÉLESTAT>LE MARKSTEIN FELLERING
Not for the faint of heart, the first of the big mountain days for Les Femmes. The peloton will head up Le Petit Ballon 9.3km climb averaging 8%,...
SUNNY SURREY BEACH
This gravel loop takes you along part of the King Alfred's Way, through the scenic Devil's Punchbowl, and finally to a 'beach' in the heart of Surrey. Be sure to take...
The Old Man of Coniston
This punchy loop starts and ends in Ambleside. Taking you along part of Lake Windermere and Coniston. Have your camera at the ready to take in the spectacular views and...
Lake Annecy- Le Semnoz+ Col de le Forclaz
Starting and ending in Annecy this ride promises outstanding mountain and lake views. On your ride keep an eye out for a lovely café called La Baratte in Leschaux...
ALPE D'HUEZ STAGE 12
The tackling of the Alpe d'Huez is a firm favourite of many, to watch and to cycle. The 2022 Tour de France's showcase stage is a repeat of...
Lake Como Circuit
Starting in Menaggio follow the lake road to enjoy beautiful views of Lake Como, and idle through the quaint villages along the way. Take in Lake Lugano on the Italian...
DUCHENNE DASH - LONDON TO PARIS IN 24HRS
This London to Paris in 24 hours ride is in support of the wonderful charity Duchenne UK and will be taking place this weekend. Riders set off on Friday...