Depending on how confident and fit a cyclist you are, there are a range of destinations that can be accessed by bike from The Fairways. The cycle ride to Cramlington train station takes under 10 minutes, whilst it will take around 15 minutes to reach the Manor Walks shopping and leisure centre.
National Cycle Network (NCN) route 10 runs close to the site and can be accessed in just 10 minutes. Route 10 is a 172 miles coast-to-coast route from Whitehaven to Tynemouth. Locally, the route provides a mainly traffic free journey to South Shields, where it meets Route 1, running along the coast.
Plessey Woods Country Park is also just a 15-minute cycle ride away and is a great place to explore by bike or on foot. Northumberlandia is around a 10-minute walk or 5-minute cycle from the site and is a unique piece of public art with free access to around 4 miles of footpaths around the landform, a visitors’ centre and a cafe. Unfortunately, the park is unsuitable for cycling, but if choosing to cycle to the site you’re welcomed to leave your bike at the entrance.
For those a little more confident on their bike, the coastal town of Blyth can be reached in a 35-minute cycle.
Planning a Journey by Bike
If you are unfamiliar with the local area and looking to plan a route by bike, an online route planner can be a really useful tool to use. You can enter your journey start point and end point and the route planner will display a number of route options on a handy map. Alongside easy to follow directions it will tell you how far the journey is, how long it will take, and even how hilly it is.
Cycle Streets is a handy website that allows you to plan your journey. Simply enter your start and end points and away you go!
In addition to online route planners, there are also a range of cycle maps available – check out our useful guides and resources for cycling in Cramlington.
Why cycle?
Cycling is rapidly growing in popularity, however, it has always been a great way to travel around for those able to do so. It offers many personal benefits, such as improved health and cost savings. It also offers significant benefit to the environment and local community, helping to take cars off the road, reducing pollution and reducing congestion.
Cycling can also be a great choice for commuting. If you’re new to cycling or aren’t really sure where to starting with your cycle-commute then check out some of our other guidance on buying a commuter bike, commuting by bike whatever the weather and the benefits of choosing to travel actively.