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. Run by local councils.
Try our cycle planner
Find a route that suits you!
Borrow one of our FREE electric, hybrid or folding bikes for up to a month
Healthier, faster, more sustainable.
Better by bike.
Joe & Sarah
Cycling through Weston-super-Mare.
Rachel
Cycling through Portishead.
Kirris
Cycling through Victoria Park, Bristol.
Franciska
Cycling through The Arches, Bristol.
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!
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 now.
Discover Our favourite local rides:
View it on a map, learn more and download printable PDF’s..
Bristol to Bath Railway Path
Strawberry Line
Join us at cycling events
There are many local cycling events, find one for yourself and enjoy!
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
Explore
ways to get a bike
There are so many ways to get a bike, discover one that suits you best.
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 Family Cycling Centre
Wheels for All – Bath
Strawberry Line Cycle Project
Warmley wheelers – South Glos
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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