Cycling in the West of England

If you haven’t ridden a bike in years, or have never cycled at all – we can help you find all the resources you need to ride a bike for commuting, health, fitness and fun. Including, free loan bikes, adult cycle training and trip planning. Run by local councils.

Try our cycle planner
Find a route that suits you!

Need a bike to get started?
Borrow one of our FREE electric, hybrid or folding bikes for up to a month
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Healthier, faster, more sustainable.
Better by bike.

Plan a bike ride Simply.

Find the quickest, quietest or most balanced cycle routes and leisure rides around the West of England. Helping you to discover the best way to get around. Powered by CycleStreets.

No need to download, plan a journey now.

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I bike it, I like it!

Get inspired to start cycling or remind yourself about all the wonderful benefits of cycling – from your own health to the positive impact on the environment. Read more about why cycle!

Discover Our favourite local rides:

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Cyclist riding through a tunnel along the Bristol to bath railway path

Bristol to Bath Railway Path

Cycling Time
2-3 hours
Cycling Distance
13 miles
Cycling Difficulty
Easy
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Views of Brean Down Way

Brean Down Way

Cycling Time
1 hour
Cycling Distance
5 miles
Cycling Difficulty
Moderate
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Scenic photo of people playing cricket with view of Clifton Suspension Bridge

Festival Way

Cycling Time
50 mins
Cycling Distance
7.5 miles
Cycling Difficulty
Easy
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Iron artwork of train found on Strawberry Line cycleway

Strawberry Line

Cycling Time
1.5 – 2.5 hours
Cycling Distance
10.2 miles
Cycling Difficulty
Easy
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Events for everyone

For children

Learn to ride, open sessions and organised events for all the family.

Charity rides

Take on the challenge of a longer distance ride with others.

Social events

Discover local cycling activities to meet other people who like to ride

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ways to get a bike

There are so many ways to get a bike, discover one that suits you best.

Bike mechanic fixing a bike
Bike shops

These shops offer a range of style of bikes and price range. Many offer a tax discount, via the Cycle To Work scheme. Some bike shops give …

Loan bike employee showing customer how to set up the bike
Borrow a bike scheme

If so, the Borrow A Bike scheme is a great way to boost your confidence and discover if cycling is for you before take the …

Secondhand old vintage bike
Secondhand bike shops

When you buy from a bike shop you can be sure that the bikes will have been repaired and refurbished to a high standard by …

Bike hire shop Pedal Progression at Ashton Court
Bike hire & tours

Below you will find a list of local cycle hire providers which allow you to borrow a bike on an hourly, daily, or weekly rate. …

Get confidence visit a cycling centre

Discover charities and organisations with a range of specially adapted bikes and training sessions aimed at a wide range of people to help get back on a bike!

Bristol Cycling Centre

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All Cycle Bath & West

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Strawberry Line Cycle Project

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Warmley wheelers – South Glos

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Cycle training for adults

Getting back on a bike can be daunting at first, which is why we can help with on road adult cycle training and accompanied rides to give you the skills and confidence to ride a bike on busy urban and rural roads.

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Latest News

published on 25th July 2025

New secure cycle lockers installed at Yate Station to support active travel

The new lockers provide safe, weatherproof bike storage and are available to hire from South Gloucestershire Council. They’ve been installed by the Council with funding …

Read New secure cycle lockers installed at Yate Station to support active travel
published on 11th July 2025

£3.5m boost for active travel across region

The West of England is set to invest a further £3.5 million in walking, cycling, and wheeling projects across the region.

Read £3.5m boost for active travel across region
published on 11th July 2025

Everyone’s invited to Bristol Cycling Centre’s summer celebration

Bristol Cycling Centre in Hengrove is hosting a cycling celebration between 9.45am and 4pm each day from Friday 25 to Sunday 27 July 2025.

Read Everyone’s invited to Bristol Cycling Centre’s summer celebration
published on 10th July 2025

South Bristol Liveable Neighbourhoods Engagement report published ahead of consultation taking place

The South Bristol Liveable Neighbourhoods (SBLN) engagement report has been published following the engagement stage which took place in the area last summer. The engagement stage saw a high number of people take part, with over 1,500 people submitting responses.

Read South Bristol Liveable Neighbourhoods Engagement report published ahead of consultation taking place