Garstang Cycling Map

Cycling form Garstang offers information and maps on 10 unique cycle routes around the Garstang area. These rides are designed to encourage safe and enjoyable cycling. Experienced and novice cyclists, adults and families should all find something of interest. Once confidence and fitness develop try the longer routes, with the Trough of Bowland as the ultimate challenge.
Routes vary in distance, between 6 and 34 miles, and allow a choice of a flat ride to the coast or the challenge of the hillier inland terrain of the Bowland fells. All the rides are on-road, on mainly quiet country lanes, except for the Grizedale valley route 9, which includes an off-road section.
Garstang and the surrounding area are rich in wildlife and history, and impressive views can be enjoyed while cycling these routes, of the Lancashire coast, the Trough of Bowland and the Lakeland Fells. The Fairtrade town of Garstang, and the picturesque towns and villages nearby are home to many welcoming cafes and public houses.

The Routes
1. The Winmarleigh Round – 6 miles
2. The Barnacre Round – 7 miles
3. The Nateby and Stakepool Round – 16 miles
4. Oakenclough and Harrisend Fell – 14 miles
5. Knott End – 25 miles
6. The Chipping Round – 20 miles
7. Southern Loop to Great Eccleston – 23 miles
8. Northern Loop to Cockerham and Dolphinholme – 23 miles
9. Grizedale Valley and Scorton – a combination of ‘on and off road’ riding – 15 miles
10. The Trough of Bowland – 34 miles