EXPLORE LEICESTERSHIRE'S COUNTRYSIDE
Cycle Trails - Places to Cycle in LeicestershireGet on yer bike and explore Leicestershire. There are many quiet and attractive places to go with family or friends.
The map below shows the of location of different routes.
Leicestershire footpath and cycle path links through Watermead Country Park
The Connect2 Project aims to create new pedestrian and cycle links between Watermead Country Park and the surrounding villages, as well as improving access to bridges within the park for people with mobility difficulties.
Watermead Country Park Connect2 option
We need your support to make this scheme work. You can view our plans, and pledge your support at:
www.sustransconnect2.org.uk or you can also pledge your support by calling 0845 058 13 73.
Just click on the route name or the numbered circles on the map for further details.
Here are details of Leicestershire cycle routes, on well surfaced easy to follow pathways through the countryside of Leicestershire and Rutland. Whether your interest is the industrial heritage of North West Leicestershire or the wide open spaces of Rutland you are sure to find a place to have an enjoyable cycle ride.
Most of the routes are on dedicated cycle routes away from motor traffic.
Don't forget to take appropriate clothing, pleanty of drinking water, and although it is not compulsory, wearing a cycle helmet is always a good idea.
Did you know?
- Cycling at least 20 miles a week reduces the risk of coronary heat disease to less than half of that for non-cyclists (BHF)
- If one third of all short car journeys were made by cycle, national heart disease rates would decrease by between 5% and 10% (Bikes not Fumes CTC)
- The South Midlands [Oxford to Derby] route of Sustrans' National Cycle Network opened on Midsummer's Day, 2000. In Leicestershire this runs between Wilson and Market Harborough and incorporates some of the rides described on this website. For further information ring Sustrans on 0845 1130065 or visit www.sustrans.org.uk
- Leicestershire County Council is helping to develop the next round of National Cycle Network projects.
- Ring 0116 305 7083 to ask for information on the planned Gartree Ride [Market Harborough to Melton Mowbray] and Rutland Ride [Leicester to Rutland Water].
A useful link for route ideas and various cycle information
www.ctc.org.uk
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