Cycling Guides
On two wheels in the North Pennines AONB and European Geopark
Opportunities
The North Pennines offers a host of opportunities to discover the area by bike. Routes vary from car-free level trails suitable for families to more challenging moorland singletrack and steep surfaced minor roads for experienced mountain bikers, road cyclists and cycle tourists.
Day Rides and Touring Routes
From day rides from Middleton-in-Teesdale, Alston, Allendale and Stanhope to the three-day 'Wheels to the Wild' touring route there are a wide range of publications and guides available. And NEW for 2010 is a guide to the Packhorse Trails - five stunning routes that take in the very best of the area's amazing scenery!
How to get Guides
To get hold of copies of the publications simply call 01388 528801 (or send an email to info@northpenninesaonb.org.uk) listing the ones you would like. Please be sure to include your full postal address. If the publication is chargeable please send a cheque (make payable to Durham County Council) to:
North Pennines AONB Partnership, Weardale Business Centre, The Old Co-op Building, 1 Martin Street, Stanhope, County Durham DL13 2UY.
In this section
Packhorse Trails Guide
Two guides - one for mountain bikers and one for horse riders - highlighting five NEW rides taking in the very best of the area's amazing scenery
Updated: 02/07/10
Cycling in the North Pennines
This handy map and guide outlines the numerous cycling opportunities in the North Pennines AONB & European Geopark
Updated: 29/06/10
Wheels to the Wild Cycle Route Guide
A road-based touring break and three day-rides discovering the geology and landscape of the North Pennines
Updated: 05/08/09
Allendale Cycle Routes
A great way to explore the stunning landscape around Allendale is by bike. The AONB Partnership has devised four routes of various lengths that can be started from Allendale
Updated: 05/08/09
Alston Cycle Routes
A fantastic way to explore the scenery around Alston is by bike. The AONB Partnership has devised four routes of various lengths that can be started from the settlement of Alston
Updated: 05/08/09
Middleton-in-Teesdale Cycle Routes
An excellent way of exploring the North Pennines is by bike. The AONB Partnership has put together four routes of various lengths that can be started from Middleton-in-Teesdale
Updated: 05/08/09
Stanhope Cycle Routes
A excellent way of exploring Weardale is by bike. The AONB Partnership has devised four routes of various lengths that can be started from the Durham Dales Centre in Stanhope
Updated: 05/08/09