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 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 | 23 |
| Cheshire | 38 | Cornwall | 36 |
| County Durham | 25 | Cumbria | 35 |
| Derbyshire | 45 | Devon | 44 |
| Dorset | 35 | Essex | 31 |
| Gloucestershire | 23 | Greater London | 50 |
| Greater Manchester | 37 | Hampshire | 41 |
| Hertfordshire | 25 | Isle of Wight | 2 |
| Kent | 44 | Lancashire | 37 |
| Leicestershire | 28 | Lincolnshire | 21 |
| Merseyside | 13 | Norfolk | 23 |
| Northamptonshire | 17 | Northumberland | 25 |
| Nottinghamshire | 21 | Oxfordshire | 17 |
| 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
| Thornhill Trail | 2 miles (3 km) | * |
| King's Forest | 9 miles (15 km) | ** |
| Exeter Canal | 5 miles (8 km) | * |
| Bridgwater and Taunton Canal | 14 miles (22.5 km) | * |
| Hafren Forest | 4 miles (6 km) | ** |
| Hanley Forest Park | 1 miles (2 km) | * |
Walking Routes in England
| County | No. Routes | County | No. Routes |
| Bedfordshire | 33 | Berkshire | 35 |
| Buckinghamshire | 62 | Cambridgeshire | 34 |
| Cheshire | 63 | Cornwall | 60 |
| County Durham | 32 | Cumbria | 136 |
| Derbyshire | 117 | Devon | 100 |
| Dorset | 82 | Essex | 60 |
| Gloucestershire | 101 | Greater London | 113 |
| Greater Manchester | 61 | Hampshire | 90 |
| Herefordshire | 24 | Hertfordshire | 45 |
| Isle of Wight | 15 | Kent | 91 |
| Lancashire | 74 | Leicestershire | 36 |
| Lincolnshire | 34 | Merseyside | 21 |
| Norfolk | 47 | Northamptonshire | 36 |
| Northumberland | 38 | Nottinghamshire | 28 |
| Oxfordshire | 49 | Rutland | 8 |
| Shropshire | 42 | Somerset | 88 |
| Staffordshire | 57 | Suffolk | 52 |
| Surrey | 76 | Sussex | 89 |
| Warwickshire | 43 | West Midlands | 35 |
| Wiltshire | 69 | Worcestershire | 43 |
| Yorkshire | 256 |
Walking Routes in Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland
National Parks, AONB and Other Regions Walking Routes
Latest Walking Routes
| Ridge Walk Mam Tor to Lose Hill | 5 miles (8 km) | Follow the Great Ridge from Mam Tor to Lose Hill on one of the most popular walks in the Peak District. Although the walk reaches a height of well over 1600ft, it is not as challenging as you might think because the start point for walk is already in an elevated position. It's a very beautiful area with the views over the Peak District stunning for the duration of the route. You can see the Hope Valley, the Edale Valley and several of the prominent fells. The area is also geologically fascintating with several 320 million year old Carboniferous rocks. Start the walk from the National Trust Mam Nick car park. It's located just to the south west of Mam Tor on the Sparrowpit Buxton A623.A6 Road. From here it's a short but steep climb to the 517m (1,696 ft) summit of Mam Tor. The route then passes along the Great Ridge, descending to Hollins Cross before passing Back Tor and finishing on Lose Hill. It's about a 2.5 mile walk so 5 miles in total. This ridge walk is located very close to both Edale and Castleton so you could start your walk from either of these popular Peak District villages. To extend your walk you can visit the nearby Winnats Pass with its towering limestone pinnacles. You could also pick up the Pennine Way around Edale and climb towards Kinder Scout. If you head west from the car park you can climb across Rushup Edge and visit Lord's Seat at 550 m (1,804 ft). |
| Saffron Walden | 5 miles (8.5 km) | This circular walk tours the countryside around the Essex town of Saffron Walden. The trail starts in the centre of town and follows the Harcamlow Way to the splendid Audley End. After exploring the fine gardens you continue south along the Beechy Ride to Brakey Ley Wood before turning east to the Debden Road. Here you turn east and follow public footpaths and minor roads back into the town centre. You can extend the walk by continuing south from Brakey Ley Wood along the Harcamlow Way towards Newport. Around here you can pick up a nice trail along Debden Water to Debden Park. Also of interest is the long distance Saffron Trail which starts in Safron Walden. The Icknield Way Path runs just to the north of the town and can also be easily picked up to explore the area. |
| Waltham Abbey | 6 miles (9 km) | Enjoy a circular walk around Waltham Abbey and Lee Valley Park on this lovely route. The walk passes the interesting historical sites of Waltham Abbey Church and the Royal Gunpowder Mills before a visit to the delightful River Lee Country Park. The walk starts at Waltham Abbey Church where you can explore the remains of the abbey. The present church dates mainly from the early 12th century and is an example of Norman architecture. The walk heads north from the church along the pretty Cornmill Stream. The slow-moving stream and Old River Lea form a freshwater habitat with one of the most diverse invertebrate fauna in Essex. Eighteen species of dragonflies and damselflies have been recorded including the uncommon and nationally declining white-legged damselfly. Look out for a variety of birdlife in this area too. Just to the west of the stream you will find the Royal Gunpowder Mills. Set in 175 acres (0.71 km2) of parkland the site consists of 21 buildings of major historical importance with interesting exhibitions and interactive displays. The walk continues north towards Holyfield, passing attractive woodland areas before entering the River Lee Country Park. The lovely 1000 acre park has a series of footpaths and cycle trails running between the numerous lakes and watercourses. It's great for wildlife watching with lots of different water loving birds to look out for. Keep your eyes peeled for Bittern, Smew, Water Rail and Shoveler on the lakes or in the reedbeds. The walk picks up a section of the Lea Valley Walk, heading south through the centre of the park along the River Lea. Around Holdbrook you turn east to return to Waltham Abbey. If you would like to extend your walk you could continue south along the Lea Valley Walk and visit the Walthamstow Reservoirs. The London Loop passes just to the south of Waltham Abbey. You could pick this up and head west to visit Whitewebbs Park which has some nice woodland trails to try. The Pilgrimage Way long distance cycling and walking trail also starts in the town. |
| Butser Hill | 1 miles (1 km) | Climb to the highest point on the South Downs on this walk near Petersfield. There's a good sized car park off Limekiln Lane just to the west of the hill. From here it is a short climb to the 271 metres (889 ft) high summit of the hill. At the top you can enjoy wonderful views over the South Downs to the Isle of Wight. The area is also a nature reserve with woodland, lowland, chalk grassland habitats. Look out for variety of butterflies including Duke of Burgundy, Chalkhill Blue and Silver-Spotted Skipper. Fans of the comedy Only Fools and Horses may remember a scene with Del Boy reluctantly taking off on a hang glider. This scene was filmed on the western slopes of Butser Hill. The South Downs Way National Trail passes the car park so it's easy to extend your walk. Following it south will take you into Queen Elizabeth Country Park. Here you will find miles of woodland trails and some super mountain bike trails. You can also pick up the Staunton Way and Hangers Way long distance trails in the park. |
| Glaramara | 5 miles (8 km) | This walk climbs to Glaramara, a substantial fell in the Borrowdale area of the Lake District. Start the walk from the car park at Seatoller about 2.5 miles north of the fell. You then follow the Honister Pass east for a short distance before turning south along the path that will take you up to the fell. The path runs along Combe Gill to Thornthwaite Fell before passing Combe Head and arriving at the Glaramara summit. From here there are fantastic views of the Borrowdale Valley, Derwent Water and Skiddaw. To extend your walking in the area you could head to the nearby Seathwaite car park and enjoy a circular walk to Styhead Tarn and Sprinkling Tarn. This includes a visit to the lovely Taylor Gill Force Waterfall. The Allerdale Ramble also passes Seatoller so you could pick this up and explore the woodland and riverside paths along the River Derwent. |
Useful Links
| Link | Description |
| River Thames Walk and Cycle | Information on walking and cycling on the Thames Path National Trail |