Access to famous climbs and iconic cycling locations in the Peak District.
Cycling routes from Bircotes
Bircotes is a locality situated in Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire, United Kingdom. As a road and gravel cyclist, Bircotes offers a mix of flat and hilly routes that cater to different preferences and abilities. The surrounding area features several well-known climbs, such as Holme Moss and Mam Tor, which offer a challenge to more experienced riders. Bircotes is within close proximity to iconic cycling locations in the Peak District, making it a great home base for exploring the region. Cyclists can enjoy the beautiful countryside scenery and choose from a variety of route options with varying difficulty levels.
The Wiseton Loop
A scenic off-road route with historical highlights
The Wiseton Loop is a 31 km off-road cycling route starting near Bircotes. With a total ascent of 145 meters, this gravel route offers a picturesque journey through the beautiful countryside. The route includes highlights such as Wiseton, known for its charming village and historic architecture, Ranskill, a small town with scenic surroundings, and Harworth, famous for its mining history. Cyclists can enjoy the peacefulness of the countryside while exploring these distinct highlights along the way.
Picturesque road cycling route from Bircotes to Retford and back
Enjoy a picturesque road cycling route from Bircotes to Retford and back, featuring beautiful countryside scenery. With a total distance of 38 kilometers and a moderate ascent of 145 meters, this route is suitable for casual cyclists. Highlights along the route include Bawtry, Retford, and Harworth.
The Sherwood Gravel Discovery
A challenging off-road route with natural and historic highlights
Discover the Sherwood Gravel Discovery, an 84 km off-road cycling route starting near Bircotes. With a total ascent of 474 meters, this route offers a combination of natural beauty and historic highlights. Highlights along the route include Blyth, a village with a rich history and charming atmosphere, Kings Clipstone, surrounded by picturesque forests and nature reserves, Nether Langwith, known for its unique blend of historical and natural attractions, Woodsetts, offering a tranquil retreat from the bustling city life, and Harworth, famous for its mining past. Cyclists can challenge themselves on the gravel terrain while exploring the stunning nature and distinct historical landmarks.
Gravel adventure from Bircotes to Tickhill Castle
Experience an adventurous gravel ride from Bircotes to Tickhill Castle, showcasing the area's stunning landscapes. With a distance of 74 kilometers and a challenging ascent of 566 meters, this route is recommended for experienced gravel cyclists. Notable highlights include Laughton-en-le-Morthen, Rotherham, Wentworth, Conisbrough, Old Edlington, and Tickhill Castle.
Bircotes to Barnburgh Loop
Scenic road cycling loop from Bircotes to Barnburgh
Explore the scenic countryside and villages around Bircotes with this road cycling loop to Barnburgh. With a distance of 57 kilometers and an ascent of 449 meters, this route offers a moderate challenge suitable for amateur cyclists. Key highlights along the way include Firbeck, Swinton, Barnburgh, and Wadworth.
The Castle Loop
An exciting journey through history and nature
The Castle Loop is a scenic round-trip cycling route starting near Bircotes, Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire. With a total distance of 52 kilometers and an elevation gain of 366 meters, this route offers a combination of picturesque countryside views and historic landmarks. This route is ideal for experienced cyclists looking for a moderate challenge.
Bircotes to Bawtry Loop
Beautiful road cycling loop from Bircotes to Bawtry
This road cycling route takes you from Bircotes to Bawtry and back, offering picturesque countryside views and charming villages along the way. The route is moderately challenging, making it suitable for well-trained amateur cyclists. With a total ascent of 312 meters and a distance of 74 kilometers, it provides a great balance of exercise and enjoyment. The highlights of this route include passing through Harworth, Warmsworth, Burghwallis, Stainforth, and Bawtry.
A challenging gravel route through historic villages and castles
The Sherwood Gravel Adventure is a 71 km gravel cycling route starting in Bircotes. With a total ascent of 461 meters, this route takes cyclists through scenic villages and historical sites. Highlights of the route include Blyth, known for its charming village atmosphere, Carlton in Lindrick, home to a medieval church and attractive buildings, Clowne, a village with a rich mining heritage, Killamarsh, offering stunning panoramic views, Maltby, known for its industrial past, and Tickhill Castle, a must-visit historic castle. Cyclists can enjoy the challenge of the gravel terrain while immersing themselves in the history and beauty of these unique highlights along the way.
An epic road route with breathtaking climbs
Take on the ultimate cycling challenge with The Peak District Climbing Challenge, a 120 km road cycling route starting near Bircotes. With a challenging ascent of 1603 meters, this route promises breathtaking climbs and stunning scenery. Highlights along the route include Firbeck, offering panoramic views and clean countryside air, Wales, known for its breathtaking landscapes and scenic beauty, Water Mint, a rare flower found in specific areas of the Peak District, Ecclesall, featuring picturesque views and charming villages, Hollow Meadows, surrounded by beautiful nature reserves, Bolsterstone, a peaceful village with stunning countryside views, Wath upon Dearne, showcasing its industrial history and vibrant community, and Tickhill, a picturesque town with historical charm. Cyclists can experience exhilarating climbs while exploring all these epic highlights along the way.
A scenic road tour with architectural highlights
Embark on the Doncaster Road Tour, a 43 km road cycling route starting near Bircotes. With an ascent of 259 meters, this route takes cyclists through scenic roads and highlights the architectural beauty of the area. The highlights along the route include Old Edlington, offering a glimpse into historical architecture, Doncaster, known for its bustling city atmosphere and diverse culture, and Rossington, a picturesque village surrounded by natural landscapes. Cyclists can enjoy the beauty of the road tour while exploring these architectural highlights along the way.
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