Cycling in The Lake District

John Wood

Explore the Lake District with these excellent on-road routes using quiet lanes and byways to such world-famous beauty spots as Grasmere, Hawkshead and Buttermere and also to places rarely seen by car-borne visitors.

Explore the Lake District with these excellent on-road routes using quiet lanes and byways to such world-famous beauty spots as Grasmere, Hawkshead and Buttermere and also to places rarely seen by car-borne visitors. Some off-road routes are included, but on-road alternatives are provided for those who don't have mountain bikes. The routes are much more than just cycle rides: there are picnic sites for scenic breaks, viewpoints where you can take a breather, stately homes and museums to wander around - plus fascinating accounts of renowned Lakeland personalities to add interest. And whatever your ability, there's something of interest, from an easy 7-miler around Esthwaite to 30-mile all-day adventures around Buttermere, Coniston & Wastwater.