On Two Wheels
The Peak District has cycling routes for all the family. If you haven't cycled for a long time, then opt for one of the fun and easy-going routes for all ages and abilities. If you're after a challenge and fancy hurtling down a steep, muddy track on your bike then an adrenaline pumping mountain bike route in the Peak District is certainly for you; or you can check out the 'energetic' routes around peaceful and scenic country lanes.
Follow various cycling routes along the Tissington, High Peak and Hulme End Trails, highlighting traditional establishments that specialise in locally produced food and drink.
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electric bicycle network
Electric bicycles in the Peak District makes cycling an enjoyable way of exploring for all.
To discover where you can hire an electric bike, with suggested routes and battery recharging points, CLICK HERE
Hire a bicycle
Click here for a list of cycle hire centres in the Peak District & Derbyshire who offer a wide variety of cycles to hire including baby seats, child buggies, mountain bikes, trailerbikes and tandems.
Family friendly
Traffic Free Trails
There are miles of family friendly traffic free trails to enjoy. Download the White Peak Trails and Cycle Routes leaflet to discover over 70 miles of relaxing cycling in spectacular countryside. Or opt for one of the fun and easy going routes for all ages and abilities. A favourite option is the Monsal Trail, a former railway line taking in four refrubished tunnels and weaving through some of the area's prettiest landscapes. Ideal for a family adventure is the cycle route around Ladybower and Derwent reservoirs.
Feeling energetic?
Mountain Biking
Experienced mountain bikers will enjoy the challenges that the Peak District offers. Check out these mountain bike routes or test your fitness levels with these 'energetic' routes. Take a skills course or enjoy a guided ride, click here for further details.
Need a repair?
Spares and repairs
Shopping for those all important accessories? Need a spare or even a quick repair? One of these bike shops might be able to help.
Long Distance Cycling - tackle a wide variety of long distance routes to experience everything from rugged moorland to lush countryside - such as the Trans Pennine Trail, Pennine Cycleway and Cheshire Cycleway.
