Cycling

With a relatively flat landscape, quiet country lanes, coastal paths, canal towpaths and woodland trails, Essex is the perfect county to explore on two wheels.

Cycle along quiet highways and byways and pedal your way through historic and picturesque villages and medieval market towns by following the National Sustainable Transport routes.

Retrace the 2014 Tour De France route or embrace the rough stuff and go mountain biking at the home of the London 2012 Mountain Biking cross-country Olympics at Hadleigh Park. Visit places of interest off the beaten track or fuel your ride by stopping at one of our many popular pubs for some light refreshment.

There’s no better way to explore our beautiful county than by bike. For a wealth of information, maps and cycle routes please visit Essex Highways

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Cycle around Harwich, Manningtree and Mistley

Address

Wick Lane, Harwich, Essex, CO12 3TA

tic@tendringdc.gov.uk

Harwich

Why not discover and explore the beauty of the Tendring Peninsula by bike? There’s nothing like following the beautiful coastline or taking in the picturesque villages and countryside en-route. You’ll find the ideal setting for a family cycle ride…
Walking & Cycling around the Lee Valley

Address

Lee Valley Park Farms car park, Stubbins Hall Lane, Crooked Mile, Waltham Abbey, Essex, EN9 2EG

Telephone
08456 770 600

info@leevalleypark.org.uk

Waltham Abbey

Stretching over 26 miles this park has lots to explore whether on foot or by bike. Lee Valley have narrowed down there top ten trails to inspire and get you started.
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Flitch Way

Address

Great Notley, Braintree, Essex, CM77 7FS

Telephone
+44 (0)1376 347134

country.parks@essex.gov.uk

Braintree

Passing through 15 miles of countryside, along the former Bishop's Stortford to Braintree railway line in the heart of rural Essex. Perfect for walking, cycling and horse riding.
Cultural Sites and Constable Country

Address

Colchester, Essex, CO1 2PG

Colchester

Explore Colchester, widely regarded as a Cycle Town, where for many years Colchester has celebrated its status as Britain's oldest recorded town- documented since it was the Celticstronghold of Camulodunum. Today it is a place which offers a happy…
The Painters Trail

Address

Colchester, Town Centre, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1AA

Telephone
01206 282920

vic@colchester.gov.uk

Colchester

A 69 mile cycle trail following in the footsteps of Constable, Munnings and Gainsborough.
Designer Shopping and Country Living

Address

Braintree, Braintree, CM7 3YG

Braintree

With colourful, bustling market towns and picturesque villages set in the most beautiful rolling countryside showing North Essex at its best, look no further to get away from it all...
Chelmsford Treats and Riverside Retreats

Address

Chelmsford, Essex, CM1 1GZ

Chelmsford

Total distance of main route is 92km/57miles
Cycle around Clacton and Great Bentley

Address

Vista Road, Clacton-on-Sea, Essex, CO15 6DB

Clacton-on-Sea

Find the ideal setting for a family cycle ride or a more challenging route for the independent rider.
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121 reviews
Cycle around Hadleigh Country Park

Address

Chapel Lane Car Park, Chapel Lane, Hadleigh, Essex, SS7 2PP

Telephone
+44 (0)1702 551072

country.parks@essex.gov.uk

Hadleigh

Hadleigh Park offers something to everyone, it is both beautiful and diverse with one of the best UK mountain bike courses at its heart.
Cycle around Manningtree and Brightlingsea

Address

Colchester Road, Lawford, Manningtree, Essex, CO11 2BN

tic@tendringdc.gov.uk

Manningtree

Why not discover and explore the beauty of the Tendring Peninsula by bike? There’s nothing like following the beautiful coastline or taking in the picturesque villages and countryside en-route. You’ll find the ideal setting for a family cycle ride…
Medieval Markets, Mazes & Morris Dancing

Address

Thaxted, Essex, CM6 2LD

Essex

This route travels through Saffron Walden, an ancient town with a rich heritage of old buildings reflecting its wealth as a rural market town and Thaxted, an attractive historic town and a real architectural gem. As well as its landmark buildings,…
Wivenhoe Trail from Colchester

Address

Lewis Gardens, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1JH

Telephone
01206 282920

Colchester

A pleasant 5 mile walk from Colchester to the pretty riverside town of Wivenhoe.
Cycle your way round picture perfect villages

Address

Castle Hedingham, Essex, CO9 3EJ

Telephone
0845 6007373

tourism@essex.gov.uk

Castle Hedingham

A list of cycle routes travelling through Finchingfield, Coggeshall, Castle Hedingham, Halstead and Earls Colne. Routes from 7.2 miles to 21 miles or why not do all of them = 54 miles
Family Friendly Cycle Route (Aged 10+) - Ridgewell

Address

Ridgewell, HALSTEAD, Essex, CO9 4RP

HALSTEAD

Family Friendly Routes (Aged 10+) - Ridgewell
This route is largely flat and on quiet roads, suitable for families with children over 10 years old. The route include lots for children to see and do and for extra fun there is a quiz on the map…
Cycle along the Sunshine Coast

Address

The Esplanade, Frinton-On-Sea, Essex, CO13 9EP

Frinton-On-Sea

This 6.5 miles traffic free route takes you along the Sunshine Coast between Frinton Golf Club and Jaywick. With magnificent sea views, this route is perfect for all the family with a flat wide path to explore the various beaches along the way.…
Colchester Orbital Walking and cycling route

Address

Colchester, Essex, CO1 1UG

Telephone
01206 282920

Colchester

A picturesque 15 mile circular walk or cycle around the outskirts of Colchester.