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Bike rides in the United Kingdom

The United Kingdom has a well-established cycling network which convinces with a large number of versatile routes. The country’s landscape varies from high, rugged mountains to gentle elevations which created diverse cycling paths. Find routes for every level in New Forest, Lake District or Richmond Park. Explore the River Thames by bike or circle one of the lochs and lakes all over the country. Along the coastline, there are also plenty of cycling paths for you to explore during your active breaks.  
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The Wandle Trail by bike
easy
17.5 km
1:00 h
5 m
49 m
Follow the River Wandle from Croydon to the Thames.
from Lorenza Keck,   Outdooractive Editors
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EV2 - From London City to Richmond Park
moderate
23.9 km
1:45 h
93 m
59 m
Along the Euro Velo 2 from Tower Bridge to Richmond Park
from Lorenza Keck,   Outdooractive Editors
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Richmond Park loop
easy
10.8 km
0:45 h
88 m
88 m
This route through Richmond Park is suitable for beginners and impresses with scenic views of the wildlife reserve.
from Lorenza Keck,   Outdooractive Editors
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The Old Logging Way loop
moderate
25.7 km
2:00 h
155 m
155 m
The Old Logging Way is a moderate off-road route leading through the unique landscape of the Cairngorms landscape.
from Lorenza Keck,   Outdooractive Editors
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Quietway 16: Along the Grand Union Canal
moderate
30.7 km
2:00 h
34 m
30 m
Explore the outskirts of London and follow the Grand Union Canal along the Quietway.
from Lorenza Keck,   Outdooractive Editors
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Loch Tummel Loop Ride
moderate
50.4 km
4:55 h
564 m
440 m
A loop ride of Loch Tummel from the bustling town of Pitlochry. 
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from Catherine Allan,   Macs Adventure
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Bike Riding
The Wandle Trail by bike
easy
17.5 km
1:00 h
5 m
49 m
Follow the River Wandle from Croydon to the Thames.
from Lorenza Keck,   Outdooractive Editors
Bike Riding
EV2 - From London City to Richmond Park
moderate
23.9 km
1:45 h
93 m
59 m
Along the Euro Velo 2 from Tower Bridge to Richmond Park
from Lorenza Keck,   Outdooractive Editors
Bike Riding
Richmond Park loop
easy
10.8 km
0:45 h
88 m
88 m
This route through Richmond Park is suitable for beginners and impresses with scenic views of the wildlife reserve.
from Lorenza Keck,   Outdooractive Editors
Bike Riding
The Old Logging Way loop
moderate
25.7 km
2:00 h
155 m
155 m
The Old Logging Way is a moderate off-road route leading through the unique landscape of the Cairngorms landscape.
from Lorenza Keck,   Outdooractive Editors
Bike Riding
Quietway 16: Along the Grand Union Canal
moderate
30.7 km
2:00 h
34 m
30 m
Explore the outskirts of London and follow the Grand Union Canal along the Quietway.
from Lorenza Keck,   Outdooractive Editors
Bike Riding
Loch Tummel Loop Ride
moderate
50.4 km
4:55 h
564 m
440 m
A loop ride of Loch Tummel from the bustling town of Pitlochry. 
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from Catherine Allan,   Macs Adventure
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Armadale to Broadford
A short, challenging ride from Armadale, on the Sleat Peninsula, offering exceptional views across to the Black Cuillin before continuing north to the small town of Broadford.
Uig to Portree
A beautiful cycle north from Uig around the most northernly tip of the Trotternish Peninsula with views of the Herbrides until you turn south to pedal towards Portree, passing the iconic Old Man of Storr.  
Eskbank to Penicuik Cycle via Railway Trail
Explore Midlothian's industrial heritage of mining and papermaking whilst passing through beautiful gorges along the River North Esk.
Broadford to Dunvegan
Leave Broadford behind and pedal north towards Sligachn with epic views of the Cuillin ridge, before turning onto quieter roads to head for the village of Dunvegan on Skye's west coast. 
Dunvegan to Uig
Enjoy a shorter day in the saddle today as you follow the rolling A850 from Dunvegan across the Waternish Peninsula before joining the A87 and pedalling north up the Trotternish Peninsula to Uig.
Cycle Attleborough to Great Ellingham loop
This round loop cycle take you from the busy town of Attlebough to the lovely countryside and quite roads of Norfolk, surrounded by lush feilds of barley in the summer months.
The Avenue Verte London - Paris
This 406 km-long cycle route links 2 European capitals, Paris and London, via Normandy and the cross-border ferry link from Newhaven to Dieppe. You will cycle through eight counties, notably Eure and Seine-Maritime.
Broadford to Armadale
From the centre of Broadford return to Armadale on Skye's southern Sleat Peninsula, pass Torabhaig Distillery and Armadale Castle & Gardens with views across the Sound of Sleat to mainland Scotland.
Cycle Callander to Loch Katrine Loop Ride
This route is to be used in conjunction with the detailed turn-by-turn route notes.  
Moreton-on-Marsh Loop Cycle via Chipping Norton
Today’s route starts and finishes in Moreton-on-Marsh, but along the way you will discover quaint and picturesque villages, pedal along hedge-lined country lanes and breathlessly gaze out, from the tops of short, sharp climbs, at a vista of rolling hills and patchwork fields.
Portree to Broadford
Leave Portree behind as you cross the island on singletrack road to the village of Struan before heading west again through spectacular scenery towards Broadford via Sligachan. 
Callander to Killin
This route is to be used in conjunction with the detailed turn-by-turn route notes supplied in your information pack.
Broadway Loop Cycle via Stratford-upon-Avon (Short)
A shorter loop ride giving you the opportunity to explore Stratford-upon-Avon or Broadway in the afternoon. Start with a tough climb out of Willersey before riding through villages on the outskirts of the Cotswolds.
Broadway Loop Cycle via Stanway House
Head west from Broadway to discover historic English villages full of wattle and daub (black and white) houses before returning via Stanway Manor House and its impressive grounds.
Moreton-on-Marsh to Broadway
Today’s ride from Moreton-on-Marsh to Broadway passes through picturesque Cotswold scenery, and visits many charming villages, including Lower Slaughter, voted the most beautiful village in the Cotswolds.
Broadway Loop Cycle via Stratford-upon-Avon (Long)
Tackle a slightly longer day with a challenging, hilly start in order to visit Stratford-upon-Avon, birthplace of William Shakespeare.
Moreton-on-Marsh Loop Cycle via The Brailes
Plunge into the Cotswolds ‘Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty’ today on narrow country lanes, over endlessly undulating hills, and through quaint villages of honey-coloured, vine-covered houses boasting exquisite and colourful gardens.
Nobs & Yobs
This route mostly uses minor roads to tour arable and pastoral countryside and villages loved by the wealthy 'county set'.It takes in some places worth seeing and some celebrity gossip. The hills are numerous but not steep. There are a few short off-road sections with alternatives suggested.
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