{"id":1706,"date":"2023-07-05T07:00:00","date_gmt":"2023-07-05T06:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/evanevanstours.com\/blog\/?p=1706"},"modified":"2025-02-12T15:11:45","modified_gmt":"2025-02-12T15:11:45","slug":"best-places-to-cycle-in-the-uk","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/evanevanstours.com\/blog\/best-places-to-cycle-in-the-uk\/","title":{"rendered":"Best places to cycle in the UK for cycling lovers"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>There are a hundred different ways to travel in the UK, from <a href=\"https:\/\/evanevanstours.com\/tours\/day-tours-from-london\/?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=article&amp;utm_campaign=best-places-to-cycle-uk\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">coach tours<\/a> to balloon rides (though we do not yet offer balloon rides at Evan Evans).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But, when the weather is this beautiful, few modes of transport are as enlivening as travelling by bicycle. If you&#8217;re the adventurous type and love to cherish every moment of being out on the open road, or you just hate being cooped up in a stuffy car, a cycling tour in <a href=\"https:\/\/evanevanstours.com\/blog\/the-5-best-london-cycle-routes\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">London<\/a> or through <a href=\"https:\/\/evanevanstours.com\/tours\/day-tours-from-london\/cotswolds-tours\/?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=article&amp;utm_campaign=best-places-to-cycle-uk\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Britain&#8217;s beautiful countryside<\/a> could be your next perfect holiday.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether you want a pleasant day trek or are ready to lay down some serious mileage, these tours will do the trick. Take a look below at some of the best places to cycle in the UK.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/161172\/cycling-bike-trail-sport-161172.jpeg?auto=compress&amp;cs=tinysrgb&amp;h=650&amp;w=940\" alt=\"Biker Holding Mountain Bike on Top of Mountain With Green Grass\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Thames Valley<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Why not start somewhere a little closer to home? The Thames Valley Cycle Path is a meandering trail that leads from the Greenwich foot tunnel in London all the way to <a href=\"https:\/\/evanevanstours.com\/tours\/day-tours-from-london\/oxford-tours\/?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=article&amp;utm_campaign=best-places-to-cycle-uk\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Oxford<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It&#8217;s an extremely flat path with a lot to see and more than a few curves &#8211; perfect for those looking for a gentle beginner&#8217;s ride. If you&#8217;re looking for speed, it certainly won&#8217;t be the best route for you, but it&#8217;s ideal for relaxed rides when you just want to coast in the sunshine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Cornish Way<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Stretching alongside the <a href=\"https:\/\/evanevanstours.com\/blog\/top-things-to-do-in-cornwall\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Cornwall<\/a> coast, his 180-mile route stretches through some of the UK&#8217;s most stunning coastlines. Running from Land&#8217;s End to Bude, nearly every landscape the road touches is one of outstanding natural beauty and calm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The route can get a little hilly as it follows the ebbs and flows of this rough coastal terrain. However, if you&#8217;re prepared to dig in and do the work, you&#8217;re bound to find it&#8217;s one of the most rewarding trips you can take.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"image-section__image js-photo-zoom\" src=\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/258045\/pexels-photo-258045.jpeg?auto=compress&amp;cs=tinysrgb&amp;h=650&amp;w=940\" srcset=\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/258045\/pexels-photo-258045.jpeg?auto=compress&amp;cs=tinysrgb&amp;h=650&amp;w=940 1x, https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/258045\/pexels-photo-258045.jpeg?auto=compress&amp;cs=tinysrgb&amp;dpr=2&amp;h=650&amp;w=940 2x\" alt=\"Rear View of Man on Mountain Road Against Sky\" data-zoom-src=\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/258045\/pexels-photo-258045.jpeg?auto=compress&amp;cs=tinysrgb&amp;dpr=3&amp;h=750&amp;w=1260\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/258045\/pexels-photo-258045.jpeg?auto=compress&amp;cs=tinysrgb&amp;fit=crop&amp;h=1200&amp;w=800\"><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Coast and castles<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;d love to explore a little of what the north of Scotland has to offer, the coast and castle route is a real treat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Stretching 200 miles between <a href=\"https:\/\/evanevanstours.com\/tours\/rail-tours-from-london\/edinburgh-tours-from-london\/?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=article&amp;utm_campaign=best-places-to-cycle-uk\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Edinburgh<\/a> and Newcastle, the ride boasts lighthouses, ocean views, Hadrian&#8217;s Wall, Arthur&#8217;s Seat, and, of course, more than a few medieval castles; this is a great one if you&#8217;re looking for a bit of variety in your ride. The route is fairly dynamic, with some road riding and a little off-road action, too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The New Forest<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Without a doubt, this is the route for wildlife enthusiasts. With wild ponies and all sorts of woodland natives, the New Forest route will have you stopping for photos every five minutes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As one of the smallest routes on our list, it&#8217;s a great ride for beginners and anyone wanting to get out into the fresh air. Just watch out for the sandy paths!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/526\/man-person-summer-driving.jpg?auto=compress&amp;cs=tinysrgb&amp;h=650&amp;w=940\" alt=\"bicycle, bike, cycling\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Land&#8217;s End to John O&#8217;Groats<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>For the finale, we&#8217;d like to introduce you to the UK&#8217;s biggest challenge &#8211; the Land&#8217;s End to John O&#8217;Groats cycle path. This route stretches the entire distance of England and Scotland &#8211; all 874 miles of it. It&#8217;s definitely not for beginners, nor for the faint of heart.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, it is the definitive route for those who want to truly <a href=\"https:\/\/evanevanstours.com?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=article_cta&amp;utm_campaign=cycling_routes_uk\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">explore everything the UK has to offer<\/a>. 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