The rest belongs to various landowners, who are ultimately responsible for their own stretch. While in this lovely town you can enjoy its castle and museums and find out more about its history.This is the official map for the Bay Cycle Way route, an 81 mile (130km) coastal cycle route around Morecambe Bay in the north west of England,.Leighton Moss has the largest reed bed in north-west England. For the experienced, two days is all that is needed.It takes you from the south west coast of Cumbria to Glasson Dock in Lancashire.You’ll also have the change to visit historic Lancaster. The Bay Cycle Way is a perfect introduction to long-distance cycling. If you stop off here you have the chance to spot otters, bearded tits, marsh harriers, egrets and red deer.Work in partnership with us to tackle the challenges of congestion, air pollution, physical inactivity, and social inequality, by making it easier for people to walk and cycle.The Bay Cycle Way is a stunning long-distance route that takes you on a tour of Morecambe Bay, one of the most beautiful stretches of coastline in the UK.Along the Bay Cycle Way, you'll be able to take in stunning views across the bay, with a chance to detour down to the beach, where you can look out for seals at Walney, or try to get a glimpse of rare birds like ospreys or red kites.However, for those wanting to take their time, savour the views and visit the attractions, four 20-mile days is highly recommended.Pretty Georgian architecture lines the banks of the River Lune or you can wander along the meandering towpaths of the canal.The Bay Cycle Way is an excellent introduction to cycle touring and will suit those who want to combine a cycling holiday with visiting local sights.This route is a feast for the senses. It links Gourock and Greenock in Iverclyde to … As you cycle along the route you’ll be rewarded with incredible views, world-class historic sites and artefacts, traditional food and rare wildlife.
Take extra caution when cycling this route.Morecambe Bay has its own distinctive character. Ways Through Waterside (route 536) was a National Lottery funded project, developed with the assistance of sustainable transport charity Sustrans.
Kerrera is the nearest island and is only suitable for mountain or hybrid bikes. The harbour at Glasson originally opened in 1787 and at its height, it was the largest port in the north-west.Walking and cycling routes change over time. The ferries take cycles on for free. Sustrans Design Manual • Chapter 1: Principles and processes of cycle friendly design (2014, draft) November 2014 3 1.