Cycling In Cumbria: Useful Guides & Resources

The web is full of some really useful cycling related information, advice and resources. Below we have sought to highlight just a few which you may wish to check out if you don’t find the information you need across our range of cycling features and posts.

Cockermouth Cycle Town

The Cockermouth Cycle Town website is a great resource for local cycling information. It provides details on cycle routes, bike hire and local cycling events. A valuable resource for both planning and discovering new cycling opportunities in and around Cockermouth.

Visit Lake District

The official Lake District tourism website, Visit Lake District, offers comprehensive information for cyclists, including route suggestions, trail details and useful resources. You can explore their cycling pages to find a variety of cycling options suitable to different skill levels and interests.

Sustrans

Sustrans is a national charity delivering a wide range of work focused on cycling. They are responsible for the management of the National Cycle Network (NCN), a UK-wide network of signed paths and routes for walking, cycling, wheeling and exploring outdoors.

Cycling UK

Cycling UK has championed the cause of cycling for more than 140 years. They promote all forms of cycling, protect the interests of existing and would-be cyclists, and inspire people of all ages, backgrounds and abilities to discover the joys of cycling. Their website is packed full of information and advice for all levels of cyclists.

British Cycling

British Cycling is the main national governing body for cycle sport in Great Britain. It administers most competitive cycling that takes place. They also facilitate and promote various types of led rides, whatever your ability and whoever you are through their Let’s Ride programme.

They also offer women only rides through their Breeze programme, giving women of all abilities the chance to learn to ride and build up confidence all while socialising.