Depending on how confident and fit a cyclist you are, there are a range of destinations that can be accessed by bike from Edgehill Park.
For confident cyclists, Whitehaven Centre can be accessed in around 20 minutes, giving access to a wide range of amenities including supermarkets, schools, pharmacies, sports clubs and more. Corkickle train station can also be reached in under 15 minutes by bike.
For more leisurely rides, you’re ideally located to take advantage of the stunning local scenery that Cumbria has to offer and there are plenty of designated cycle routes to choose from. The National Cycle Network Route 72 can be joined in just 5 minutes along Mirehouse Road, offering a mix of scenic coastal paths, countryside trails and urban sections.
Alternatively, you could try the Whitehaven to Ennerdale cycle path, a 10-mile surfaced cycling route which passes through Cleaton Moor and Sheriff’s Gate. Following disused railway lines, the route is popular for both locals and tourists – with a sculpture trail adding interest along the way, as well as the stunning scenery.
For more information on cycling locally visit our useful cycling guides and resources page.
Planning a Journey by Bike
If you are unfamiliar with the local area and looking to plan a route by bike, an online route planner can be a really useful tool to use. You can enter your journey start point and end point and the route planner will display a number of route options on a handy map. Alongside easy to follow directions it will tell you how far the journey is, how long it will take, and even how hilly it is.
Cycle Streets is a handy website that allows you to plan your journey. Simply enter your start and end points and away you go!
Why cycle?
Cycling has always been a great way to travel around for those able to do so. It offers many personal benefits, such as improved health and cost savings. It also offers significant benefits to the environment and local community, helping to take cars off the road, reducing pollution and reducing congestion.
Cycling can also be a great commuter travel option. If you’re new to cycling or aren’t really sure where to start with your cycle commute then check out some of our handy guidance on buying a commuter bike, commuting by bike whatever the weather and the benefits of choosing to travel actively.