National Cycle Network route collections

The National Cycle Network does more than just get us from A to B. 

It connects us to the things that matter most. 

Explore the collections and find your favourite route on the Network.

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Flowers on railway path

Explore the UK’s best nature walks and cycles on these greenways

Four cyclists on gravel track through forest

Our favourite low-traffic walking and cycling routes for summer

The best National Cycle Network routes to get to Pride events

A plate of fish and chips with mushy peas on a wooden bench outside next to a bottle of beer

9 of your favourite fish and chip shops on the National Cycle Network

Two women are stopped on their mountain bikes on a traffic-free path in a woodland. They are looking at a map and smiling. They are wearing helmets and cycling clothing.

Camping and cycling adventures on the National Cycle Network

9 impressive structures to visit on the National Cycle Network

The village of Avebury and stone circles viewed from above, showing the shadows of the trees and stones and the National Cycle Network passing through

The Seven Wonders of the National Cycle Network

Belle Vue Tavern looking out over Pegwell Bay

17 brilliant beer gardens to find on the National Cycle Network

Front doorway of pub with blackboards and road bike leaning against the door

The 15 best Sunday lunches on the National Cycle Network

Aslan sculpture and cyclist on CS Lewis Square

9 classic children’s book destinations on the National Cycle Network

Someone holding ice-cream with bike and flowers in background

8 of our favourite ice cream shops along the National Cycle Network

People on bikes cycling over bridge in London

Best routes in London

A group of people smiling and waving as they cycle by on adapted cycles through a park.

Wheeling and accessibility on London's National Cycle Network

9 of the most romantic places on the National Cycle Network

Someone sitting on grassy hillside with bike behind them, looking out on Welsh valley with quarry below

Challenge rides in Wales 2024

Cyclist in blue jersey following group of other cyclists on gravel path through countryside

Challenge rides in England 2024

Three cyclists on road through Scottish countryside

Challenge rides in Scotland 2024

Person cycling along a traffic-free route next to a lake

The UK’s best long-distance cycle rides

Get started on London’s National Cycle Network

Deer crossing tarmac path in park while cyclist watches

Winter wildlife walks and rides on the National Cycle Network

The Men.Talk.Walk men's mental health walking group on a country lane in Abertridwr, led by Shaun Cook.

Great walks on the National Cycle Network

Two women wearing waterproof coats and cycling helmets on National Route 7 in the Scottish Highlands.

12 awe-inspiring routes on the National Cycle Network

A golden Labrador with its tongue hanging out of its mouth sat outside a cafe in London next to a blackboard with a menu written on it

9 dog-friendly cafes on the National Cycle Network

Cinnamon rolls in trays

14 of our favourite bakeries on the National Cycle Network

Red brick castle-style mansion in front of formal gardens

National Trust and National Trust for Scotland properties on the Network

Bicycle handlebars in front of a beach on a clear day

11 of our favourite wild swimming spots on the National Cycle Network

Woman and family standing in pumpkin patch field with blue skies.

9 pumpkin picking patches on the National Cycle Network

Three women sat at a picnic bench taking a break from an outdoor adventure with their electric bikes

Find an e-bike charging station on the National Cycle Network

Group of young people outside in winter sitting on wall with an ebike

Where to hire e-bikes on the National Cycle Network

Three people cycling along a traffic-free route with hills in the background

Best UK cycle rides to see wildlife

Two road cyclists with panniers, one in red jacket the other in bright green, on gravel track through Welsh mountains

10 great rides to National Parks

Cyclists on traffic-free path near Longleat

Our favourite cycle routes for a long weekend

Two cyclists on coastal cycle path with sea wall and beach and buildings in the distance

Cycling in Cumbria and the Lakes

Two people in red coats and cycling helmets, one with mountain bike, standing in front of white and red lighthouse

Coast to coast cycle routes

9 forest cycling routes on the National Cycle Network

Three adult females on bikes, wearing helmets, coats and gloves, cycling into winter sunshine on National Route 7 on Lochs and Glens Way.

Where to hire bikes on the National Cycle Network

A family cycling over the ridge of a hill in the Chilterns, with another playing with a kite against a clear blue sky

9 of the best picnic spots on the National Cycle Network

White lighthouse and houses on small island in bay with walkway leading up to it and people walking around it

Best routes in the North East

A canal boat with a cafe inside floating on the water next to a path which is dotted with green trees just outside of Manchester, England

14 of our favourite cafés on The National Cycle Network around Manchester

Red and grey metal sculptures shaped like Roman legionnaires with spears

Artworks and art trails on the National Cycle Network

Young girl and woman riding cycles on path near giant horse head sculptures

The National Cycle Network Bucket List

Woman in green t shirt and boy in grey t shirt inspecting something small that the boy is holding

Where to spot summer wildlife on the National Cycle Network

Three children on bikes on a traffic-free path of the National Cycle Network. Their grown up cycles behind. The path is surrounded by trees in full leaf. It is a warm, bright, sunny day.

Traffic-free family rides

Two bikes on railings outside basement cafe on urban street

9 of our favourite vegan-friendly restaurants on the National Cycle Network

Cyclist with young child in bike seat with woman cyclist behind on coastal route

Coastal rides and walks for kids

Where to spot bluebells on the National Cycle Network this spring

Cyclists crossing Mawddach Estuary on the Mawddach Trail

8 of the best day rides to try this spring

Rossnowlagh beach in Nothern Ireland along NCN

Long distance rides in Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland

Family walking with bicycles over a bridge

Easy rides in Northern Ireland

Cyclist in red jacket on gravel path by estuary with green hills and trees to the side

Ten of the best routes in Wales

Yachts and boats in harbour of Devon town with the tide out

Best routes in Devon

Two road cyclists with panniers, one in red jacket the other in bright green, on gravel track through Welsh mountains

Our top 10 challenging rides

Two people chatting over coffee outside cafe with bikes

9 of our favourite cycle-friendly cafés

Bird of prey flying past bare tree branches

Rides and walks to RSPB nature reserves

Man and woman cycling on greenway with bridge in the background

Traffic-free routes in the Cotswolds

6 of the most haunted places on the National Cycle Network

women walking in the city

City walks on the National Cycle Network

Group of touring cyclists on tarmac path through grassy valley

Slow Tour of Yorkshire

Two people sat at table on table outside old fashioned train station waiting room with bikes in the foreground

Best cafes on the Network in South West England

A man on a hand tricycle and girl on a skateboard on tarmac greenway

The best routes in Yorkshire

Couple sitting on park bench, looking at cyclist on coastal cycle path

The best parks on the National Cycle Network

Friends Sitting By Canal

8 bike rides for fun days out with friends

Two cyclists on canal towpath in industrial area

Top routes in and around Birmingham

View of Lake Windermere with hills and trees in background and interpretation board in the foreground

Our favourite routes in the North West

Girl playing on climbing frame with bicycle nearby

Rides to fun destinations

Family of cyclists on gravel track going past orchard

Favourite Bristol and Bath routes

Person with backpack walking on gravel track through sunny woods

Routes in the South East of England

Town harbour with yachts and smaller boats, with shops and houses surrounding the harbour

Favourite routes in Cornwall

Runner in shorts on canal towpath with narrowboats moored on the opposite bank

Our favourite running routes on the National Cycle Network

Three children playing in forest

9 National Cycle Network routes for fun family days out

Group of office workers with bikes

5 perfect post-work summer bike rides