Cycling for All: Lancaster, Morecambe and the Lune Valley - Longer routes

Cycling for All (part two) - Eight routes covering the city, coast and countryside of Lancaster and surrounding area.

The Lancaster District is rightly proud of its extensive cycling network - the largest in Lancashire! As well as dedicated routes, the district has many quiet lanes, byways and bridleways, offering a wide range of cycling opportunities in gloriously diverse scenery.

Lancaster was one of the first six places in the country to be named a 'cycling demonstration' town and this has encouraged even more of us to get on our bikes and enjoy all the benefits – and the sheer fun – of cycling.

To make it even easier, Lancaster City Council has produced this helpful guide, providing at-a-glance information about eight great rides ranging from 32 – 55km (20 – 34 miles). Some are generally flat, while others are decidedly hilly. Some can be tackled on any serviceable bike; a few are best on a mountain bike, though tarmac alternatives are given. All routes start and end at The Millennium Bridge in Lancaster city centre, but can be picked up anywhere along the route.

These rides should be suitable for anyone with some cycling experience; they’re certainly not just for hardened athletes. However for absolute novices and younger children, Lancaster City Council also produces a Cycling For All guide featuring shorter routes mostly on traffic-free trails