EXPLORE / CYCLE ROUTES

Find your kind of ride.

Lakeshore outings, village stops and proper mountain biking. Compare the terrain before choosing, then download your route.

Printed 10-route guides available to buy in store or purchase in advance · Free PDF & GPX downloads
Windermere by Bike Ten Route Map cover
TAKE A MAP ALONG

Windermere by Bike
Ten Route Map

Plan ahead with our professionally printed guide to ten cycle routes around Windermere. Browse the routes before your visit and keep the map handy while you explore.

Available in store or order online before your visit.

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01 / COMPARE THE ROUTES

Scenery at your pace.

GENTLER RIDING · 9.5 MILES

The Wray Castle Trail

Start: Ferry Nab, Bowness

Bikes: All types; trailers, tag-a-long & child seats

Terrain: Tarmac and gentler cycle paths

A scenic family option. There are still hills: allow time for your group and the ferry.

Preview the route map
Published Wray Castle route map
GENTLER RIDING · 12.5 MILES

The Beatrix Potter Trail

Start: Ferry Nab, Bowness

Bikes: All types; trailers, tag-a-long & child seats

Terrain: Tarmac and gentler cycle paths

A longer outing through the western Lakes. Choose it with your group’s stamina and return time in mind.

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Published Beatrix Potter route map
MOUNTAIN BIKING · 11 MILES

Wray Castle & Hilltop via Claife Heights

Start: Ferry Nab, Bowness

Bikes: Mountain bikes only

Terrain: Tarmac, cycle paths and rocky bridleways

For confident riders comfortable with off-road terrain. Ask us which hire bike suits the conditions.

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Published Wray Castle and Hilltop via Claife Heights route map
TECHNICAL MTB · 21 MILES

Claife Heights via Jenkins Crag & Wray Castle

Start: Total Adventure, Windermere

Bikes: Suitable premium mountain bikes

Terrain: Tarmac, gravel and challenging downhill sections

For experienced mountain bikers with good fitness. Expect rough, technical descents; discuss bike choice with us before riding.

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Published Jenkins Crag, Wray Castle and Claife route map

Before you set off

  • Download your route before leaving the shop.
  • Bring a charged phone, water and suitable clothing.
  • Choose for the least confident rider in your group.
  • Allow enough time for your return journey.

Be aware of your return time.

  • During the summer it's 16:30, but will be earlier from late October.
  • Seasonal times can be found at the bottom of the page.

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