Cycling
The North Pennines abounds in two-wheeled excitement and adventure! If your passion is moorland tracks beneath your wheels then look no further! Alternatively if road routes are more your style - the AONB has quiet country roads a plenty!
The area has some of the country's best cycling. Quiet country roads, a range of traffic-free routes, unequalled scenery and a wide choice of places to stay make it a great destination!
The C2C, Pennine Cycleway and Walney to Wear (and Whitby) National Cycle Routes all pass through the North Pennines, along with the North Pennines own Wheels to the Wild Cycle Route.
Whether you are looking for road riding, downhill or family activities, the Cycling in the North Pennines download below will provide you with valuable information on the extensive cycling opportunities in the area.
There are a number of businesses operating in and around the North Pennines who can help you with essential services for cycling.
Effort has been made by the North Pennines AONB Partnership and many businesses operating within the North Pennines to help make the area welcoming to cyclists, with considerable investment into accommodation and key services.
Packhorse Trails
New for 2010 are five stunning mountain biking and horse riding routes which take in the very best of the area's amazing scenery - click here to find out more!
Wheels to the Wild Cycle Route
This 70 mile, road-based touring break and three day-rides will allow you to discover the geology and unspoilt beauty of the North Pennines - click on the link below to find out more!
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Follow the Packhorse Trails!
Mountain bikers and horse riders looking for great ways to explore the North Pennines are in for a treat in 2010 with the launch of two guides highlighting five NEW rides taking in the very best of the area's amazing scenery
Updated: 01/07/10
Wheels to the Wild Cycle Route
Turn your wheels to the wild and discover the geology and landscape of the North Pennines AONB and European Geopark
Updated: 29/06/10
Cycle Hire, Repair & Shops
There are a number of cycle shops in and around the North Pennines - some of them hire bikes too
Updated: 26/08/10
Cycling Holidays & Support Services
There are a variety of private companies offering support to cyclists in the North Pennines
Updated: 02/08/10
Sea to Sea (C2C) Cycle Route
The Sea to Sea (C2C), one of England's most popular long-distance cycle routes, runs through the heart of the North Pennines. The route offers one of the best ways to discover the North Pennines on two wheels.
Published: 27/04/10
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