Looking for cycling routes, journey-planning tools or advice to help you get out on your bike? We’ve brought together some useful websites to help you plan everyday journeys, find support with cycling and discover opportunities to explore Doncaster and the surrounding area by bike.
Doncaster Active Travel Hub
Based at Doncaster railway station, the Active Travel Hub supports people who want to make more journeys on foot or by bike. Its services include free bike and e-bike loans, secure cycle parking, personalised route planning, led walks and rides, bike repairs and maintenance classes.
Cycling in Doncaster
The City of Doncaster Council website provides information about cycling locally, including the Doncaster Cycle Map, local routes, free adult and family cycle training, access to bikes and other cycling initiatives.
Doncaster Cycle Track
Located behind The Dome, Doncaster Cycle Track provides a traffic-free environment for cyclists of different ages and abilities. It includes a learn-to-ride area for children and can be used by beginners, families and more experienced cyclists.
CycleStreets
CycleStreets is a handy website that allows you to plan a journey by bike. Simply enter your start and end points and the website will do the rest, offering you different route options depending on your confidence.
Walk Wheel Cycle Trust
Formerly known as Sustrans, Walk Wheel Cycle Trust is the charity behind the National Cycle Network, a UK-wide network of signed walking and cycling routes.
Its website provides information and maps to help you explore the network, including routes in and around Doncaster. Remember that National Cycle Network routes can include both roads and traffic-free paths, so check the route before setting off.
Cycling UK
Cycling UK has championed the cause of cycling for more than 140 years. They promote all forms of cycling, protect the interests of existing and would-be cyclists, and inspire people of all ages, backgrounds and abilities to discover the joys of cycling. Their website is packed full of information and advice for all levels of cyclists.
British Cycling
British Cycling offers opportunities to get involved in cycling, including organised rides, local cycling groups and routes for different abilities.
Its Let’s Ride programme helps people find guided rides and cycling activities, while Breeze offers friendly, women-only rides for those looking to build confidence and enjoy cycling with others.