Family Bike Ride in Yorkshire
Car Parks at most sites are now open, toilets, cafes and other facilities remain closed. Bike Hire and Water activities are generally not available. Please check the links to individual parks for more detailled information.
York Solar System Cycle Route
This scale model of the Solar System is spread out along 6.4 miles of the old East Coast main-line railway. Along it you can find scale models of all the planets in our solar system as well as models of the Cassini and Voyager spacecraft. Every 100 metres along the track corresponds to more than 57 million kilometres in space.
Spen Valley Greenway
The Spen Valley Greenway runs through densely populated urban areas with long distance moor-land views, it passes a wildlife reserve and a rolling golf course. The path is also home to a collection of artworks including Sally Matthew’s flock of Swaledale Sheep, constructed from recycled industrial scrap, and ‘Rotate’ by Trudi Entwistle - 40 giant steel hoops set in a circle.
Nidderdale Greenway
The Nidderdale Greenway connects Harrogate and Knaresborough with Ripley. The route is 4 miles and travels over the Grade 2-listed, seven-arch Nidd Gorge Viaduct. This is a wonderful place to pause and admire the views. The ride passes wildflower meadows, gorgeous woodland and golden wheat fields.
Saltaire To Leeds
Thirteen miles of traffic free tow path cycling. The route passes Rodley Nature Reserve and Bramley Falls as well as the historic Kirkstall Abbey and the Leeds Industrial Museum.
Sutton Bank, North York Moors
A range of colour coded routes start from the Sutto BAnk visitor centre in the North York Moors National Park, using a mixture of natural and man-made tracks. Green is great for families and beginners. There is also a skills area to parctise or play before you go. Cycle hire is available.
Dalby Forest Park
Dalby Forest has a range of cycle routes suitbale for all levels from beginners and families through to experts and professionals. There is skills area and cycles are available to hire.
Leeds Urban Bike Park
Leeds Urban Bike Park is run by a not for profit company whose aim is to make the park succeed. The park has trails for everyone from beginners to experts, BMX and moutain bike trails and skills courses to learn to ride. A cafe and bike shop are en site.
Wykebeck Way
Wykebeck Way runs from Roundhay Park to Temple Newsam on a cycle paths quiet roads and parkland paths.