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Welcome to Cycling in Lancashire
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Lancashire is a great county to cycle in. Explore our outstanding scenery from the rugged Bowland Fells and Pennine Hills to the flat coastal plain. Ride along our traffic free routes, seaside promenades and canal towpaths.
In this website you will find lots of information about cycle routes in the different areas of the county. Visit the events section to find out what is going on in your area. To help you on your way we have also provided lots of practical tips about cycling.
Cycle our Urban Areas
Networks of cycle routes are being developed in our urban areas, making easier to cycle to work, school, college and the shops. Our new 20 mph speed limits are making it safer in residential areas.
Find out how you can get advice and training to help you cycle in our urban areas. On the leaflets page there are maps of cycle routes showing cycle routes in our towns and cities.
Free Cycle Commuting to Work Leaflet (1.92 MB, Acrobat PDF)
East Lancs Bikeability Instructor Opportunities
Bikeability Instructors for several contracts that Cycling Projects will be delivering for several contracts that Cycling Projects will be delivering for the forthcoming years across East Lancashire.
If you know of anyone that maybe interested in this work, please contact Ian Tierney on 01925 234213 or 07709 140910 also see the attached advert.
Bradley Wiggins who lives near Chorley, has won six Olympic medals, including three golds.
Where do you train?
"On the flat lanes of West Lancashire. There are lots of quiet lanes and good cafes."
Which is your favourite circuit?
"It's 130 miles and takes in Clitheroe, Waddington Fell, Kirkby Lonsdale and Cockerham Sands."
Why is the area so good for training?
"Lancashire is the best area for training in Britain because of the variety of flat and hilly terrain."
What is your favourite Lancashire view?
"I love the view of Lancashire from the Nick O'Pendle."
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Accommodation
Lancashire and Blackpool Tourist Board operate a cyclists and walkers welcome scheme. To qualify operators have to meet clearly designated standards like offering you somewhere safe and secure to leave your bike at night.
Where you see the symbol you know you will be well cared for.
For a list of welcoming cyclists and walkers accommodation click: www.visitlancashire.com/cycling
