Family Bike Rides in Yorkshire

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.

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. 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 Sutton Bank visitor centre in the North York Moors National Park, using a mixture of natural and man-made tracks.

Wykebeck Way

Wykebeck Way runs from Roundhay Park to Temple Newsam on a cycle paths quiet roads and parkland paths.

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.

The Cinder Track

The Cinder Track is a walking and cycling track between Whitby and Scarborough. The 21.7 mile track follows a coastal route and offers some stunning sea views.

Mountain Bike Trail at Oakwell Hall

The bike trail is a blue graded mountain bike trail at Oakwell Hall, Birstall, suitable for all ages and abilities. It's a loop that brings you back to the start and is about a mile long.

rear view of three road cyclists, dressed in lycra

Cycling in Yorkshire

Enjoy a cycle ride in Yorkshire, find family friendly off road routes, bike skills parks, the best places to hire a bike, sportives and all things bicycle.

Cyclist jumping on a bike skills track at sunset

Bike Hire Shops

Bicycle Hire in Yorshire. Want to see Yorkshire's fabulous scenery on two wheels, hire a cycle from a bike shop. Most can also provide excellent guidance on best ride for your ability.