Rural Gravel Delight

A gravel cycling route starting from Blackpool

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Experience the serenity of Lancashire's countryside on this delightful gravel loop.

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Covering a distance of 62 km with an elevation gain of 136 meters, this gravel route offers a tranquil cycling experience through the scenic rural areas near Blackpool. Highlights include Skippool, Garstang, Bilsborrow, Treales, and finally, Blackpool.

gravel

62 km

136 m

Chill

Route profile

Highlights on the route

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Start: Blackpool City center

Blackpool: Cycling adventures by the sea in Lancashire

Blackpool is an exciting locality situated in the Lancashire region of the United Kingdom. From both a road and gravel cyclist's perspective, Blackpool offers diverse cycling experiences. Road cyclists can enjoy riding along the coastal roads, taking in the refreshing sea breeze. Gravel cyclists, on the other hand, can explore the surrounding countryside offering challenging terrain and stunning landscapes. Although Blackpool may not have famous climbs, it serves as a gateway to other cycling destinations in Lancashire, such as the Bowland Fells. With its vibrant atmosphere and varied landscapes, Blackpool is an appealing destination for cyclists.

7 km

SkippoolSub-urb

At a distance of 7 km from the start, Skippool offers stunning views of the Wyre Estuary and the surrounding nature reserve.

23 km

GarstangTown

Garstang, located 23 km into the route, is a charming market town known as the world's first Fairtrade town.

32 km

BilsborrowHamlet

Bilsborrow, 32 km into the route, is a scenic village surrounded by rolling countryside and farmland.

45 km

TrealesVillage

Treales, at a distance of 45 km, is a quaint village known for its well-manicured gardens and beautiful floral displays.

62 km

BlackpoolTown

Blackpool, the ending point of the route, offers a vibrant atmosphere, with iconic attractions like Blackpool Tower and the famous Illuminations festival.