Welcome to GPS Cycle and Walking Routes
We now have nearly 1000 cycle routes on the site, covering the whole of the UK's National Cycle Network in England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland
There are also over 2000 walking routes including all of the National Trails, most of the UK's long distance trails, easy waterside routes on our Canal Walks, challenging climbs on our Mountain and Hill Walks and exhilirating cliff top trails on the Coastal Walks. You can also see a collection of walks in your area on the Walks Near Me page.
You can use the links below to view a list of cycle and walking routes organised by county. Each route is available for download in a number of different GPS formats with a google map and Ordnance Survey map accompanying each route so you can see where you'll be heading.
Many of the routes follow the National Cycle Network (NCN) routes with the number of the route(s) followed specified in the description.
All the routes come with a fantastic photgraphic aerial view of the route with points of interest and photographs
Cycle Routes in England
| County | No. Routes | County | No. Routes |
| Bedfordshire | 10 | Berkshire | 16 |
| Buckinghamshire | 27 | Cambridgeshire | 25 |
| Cheshire | 38 | Cornwall | 36 |
| County Durham | 25 | Cumbria | 36 |
| Derbyshire | 46 | Devon | 44 |
| Dorset | 35 | Essex | 32 |
| Gloucestershire | 23 | Greater London | 55 |
| Greater Manchester | 37 | Hampshire | 41 |
| Hertfordshire | 25 | Isle of Wight | 2 |
| Kent | 44 | Lancashire | 37 |
| Leicestershire | 28 | Lincolnshire | 21 |
| Merseyside | 14 | Norfolk | 23 |
| Northamptonshire | 17 | Northumberland | 25 |
| Nottinghamshire | 21 | Oxfordshire | 18 |
| Shropshire | 22 | Somerset | 33 |
| Staffordshire | 27 | Suffolk | 20 |
| Surrey | 32 | Sussex | 33 |
| Tyne and Wear | 19 | Warwickshire | 17 |
| West Midlands | 22 | Wiltshire | 38 |
| Worcestershire | 13 | Yorkshire | 85 |
Cycle Routes in Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland
National Parks & AONB Cycle Routes
| Park/AONB | No. Routes | Park/AONB | No. Routes |
| Brecon Beacons | 12 | Cotswolds | 11 |
| Lake District | 19 | New Forest | 8 |
| Peak District | 24 | South Downs | 11 |
Latest Cycle Routes
| Greystoke Forest | 6 miles (10 km) | ** |
| Grantchester Cycle Path | 2 miles (3 km) | * |
| Water of Leith | 12 miles (20 km) | * |
| Waterlink Way | 7 miles (11.5 km) | * |
| London to Cambridge | 81 miles (130 km) | *** |
| Limehouse Cut | 3 miles (4.5 km) | * |
Walking Routes in England
| County | No. Routes | County | No. Routes |
| Bedfordshire | 33 | Berkshire | 37 |
| Buckinghamshire | 64 | Cambridgeshire | 36 |
| Cheshire | 63 | Cornwall | 63 |
| County Durham | 32 | Cumbria | 146 |
| Derbyshire | 121 | Devon | 108 |
| Dorset | 82 | Essex | 60 |
| Gloucestershire | 110 | Greater London | 118 |
| Greater Manchester | 61 | Hampshire | 91 |
| Herefordshire | 24 | Hertfordshire | 45 |
| Isle of Wight | 15 | Kent | 94 |
| Lancashire | 79 | Leicestershire | 37 |
| Lincolnshire | 37 | Merseyside | 25 |
| Norfolk | 47 | Northamptonshire | 38 |
| Northumberland | 43 | Nottinghamshire | 29 |
| Oxfordshire | 58 | Rutland | 8 |
| Shropshire | 42 | Somerset | 90 |
| Staffordshire | 59 | Suffolk | 52 |
| Surrey | 76 | Sussex | 94 |
| Warwickshire | 48 | West Midlands | 35 |
| Wiltshire | 71 | Worcestershire | 44 |
| Yorkshire | 266 |
Walking Routes in Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland
National Parks, AONB and Other Regions Walking Routes
Latest Walking Routes
| High Pike | 6 miles (9.5 km) | This walk climbs to High Pike from the village of Caldbeck in the Lake District. The walk follows the Cumbria Way all the way from the village to the summit. As such the route takes place on good waymarked paths. It's about a 3 mile walk from Caldbeck to High Pike. From the car park in the village head south to Nether Row before climbing past Low Pike to the 658 m (2,159 ft) summit. Here you will find a trig point and a substantial wind shelter which has been built from the stones of a ruined cottage. There are great views of the Solway Firth and the Scottish Border hills to the north. To the south are good views of Skiddaw and Blencathra. To extend your walking in the area try our Caldbeck Walk which visits the waterfalls along the beck before climbing to Brownrigg. You could also continue south along the Cumbria Way and climb to Skiddaw. Just to the south east is Carrock Fell which is often climbed as part of a circular walk with High Pike. Also nearby is the expansive Greystoke Forest where you will find miles of mountain bike trails and footpaths. |
| Caldbeck | 8 miles (12.5 km) | The pretty Cumbrian village of Caldbeck has some nice walking trails to try along the Cald Beck. There's attractive riverside woodland, rushing waterfalls and good climbs to the nearby fells to enjoy. This figure of eight walk uses a section of the long distance Cumbria Way and other public footpaths to explore the area to the east and west of the village. The western section is very pretty, taking you along the Cald Beck to the Howk where there are a series of pretty waterfalls. It's a delightful area with lots of little streamside cottages, rushing water, limestone gorge scenery and the remains of an old waterwheel at Bobbin Mill. Just before reaching Whelpo the route climbs away from the river to climb Brownrigg. At nearly 1000ft the hill gives great views over the surrounding countryside. The eastern section of the trail follows the Cald Beck and the River Caldew towards Sebergham. You then climb to Parkhead for more nice views, before returning to the village. To extend your walking in the area you can head south along the Cumbria Way to the Caldbeck Fells and climb High Pike for more great views over north Lakeland. Heading south west along the Cumbria Way will take you to Bassenthwaite Lake. Also nearby is Greystoke Forest where there are miles of good mountain bike trails and footpaths to try. |
| Penrith | 3 miles (5.5 km) | This walk around the Lake District town of Penrith visits the medieval castle before heading up to Penrith Beacon for some lovely views over the area. It's only about a 1.5 mile walk up to the beacon from the town centre but it is a moderately challenging climb, reaching a height of over 900ft at the top. The walk starts from the attractive Castle Park, in the centre of town. The park is a lovely place to start your exercise with attractively laid out rose gardens, flower beds, mature trees and grass areas to enjoy. The route takes you through the park to the ruins of the Grade I listed Penrith Castle. The medieval castle was built towards the end of the 14th century and is owned by English Heirtage. After exploring the castle the route heads through the town to Fell Lane which you follow to Beacon Edge. From here you pick up the footpaths through the woodland to the Beacon summit. To continue your walking in the Penrith area head south of the town centre to Eamont Bridge. Here you can pick up a riverside footpath, heading east to Brougham Castle. Also near Eamont Bridge is the Mayburgh Henge and the King Arthur's Round Table Henge. These interesting historic sites are both well worth a visit. From the henges there is another riverside footpath heading south along the River Lowther. This will take you through woodland to Askham where you can enjoy walks through the attractive grounds of Askham Hall. Near here you will also find Lowther Castle with 130 acres of beautiful gardens and the National Trust owned Acorn Bank. The closest lake to Penrith is Ullswater, a few miles to the south west. You can catch a bus to Pooley Bridge and pick up the long distance Ullswater Way. |
| Great Missenden | 5 miles (8 km) | Enjoy a circular walk around the village of Great Missenden in the Chilterns. The walk visits the pretty abbey gardens before climbing the surrounding hills for great views back down to the village and into the surrounding Chilterns countryside. The walk starts in the village near to the train station and parking area. You then head south along a section of the South Bucks Way long distance trail. This will take you to Missenden Abbey where you can explore the pretty Abbey Park with its lake and views of the River Misbourne. The walk then heads east into the hills surrounding the village. You'll pass Chalkdell Wood Nature Reserve before climbing towards Hyde End where there is some woodland and attractive farmland. The route then turns north through South Heath and Ballinger Common. You descend to Frith Hill before returning to the village. The walk links with the Chiltern Link near Ballinger Common so you could pick up this long distance trail to extend your walk. Heading east will take you through the countryside to Chesham where you can enjoy nice riverside walk along the River Chess. Another good option is to follow the South Bucks Way north and link with the Icknield Way Path. You can then enjoy a climb to Coombe Hill for more great views over the area. Also near Coombe Hill are miles of woodland trails in Wendover Woods and waterside walks along the Grand Union Canal. The Chiltern Heritage Trail also passes through the village. The long distance circular trail visits numerous delightful hamlets, villages and towns in Buckinghamshire. |
| Ravenstonedale | 4 miles (6 km) | There are lots of nice walks to try around the pretty Cumbrian village of Ravenstonedale. The village sits within the Yorkshire Dales National Park on the watershed between the River Lune and River Eden. There's lovely views of the Howgills, riverside paths, limestone pavements and challenging hill climbs to try in this beautiful area. This circular walk starts in the village and heads north along the Scandal Beck to the picturesque Smardale Bridge. You continue along the beck to the impressive Smardale Viaduct. The viaduct is 710 ft (220 m) long and 130 ft (40 m) high. It is surrounded by a delightful nature reserve with a variety of wildlflowers and birds to look out for. After admiring the viaduct the route crosses the Scandal Beck before returning to the village on the opposite side of the water. To extend your walking in the area you could head to nearby Kirkby Stephen and try a nice walk along the River Eden. You can also pick up the Pennine Journey long distance trail around here. If you head south east from the village you can explore the lovely area around Mallerstang and enjoy a climb to Wild Boar Fell for great views over the surrounding area. Around here you can also pick up the Pennine Bridleway and further explore the Pennines on foot or by bike. |
Useful Links
| Link | Description |
| River Thames Walk and Cycle | Information on walking and cycling on the Thames Path National Trail |