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Why Cornwall ?

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Quick links to major towns in Cornwall

Altarnun
Bodmin
Bude
Camborne
Camelford
Delabole
Falmouth
Fowey
Hayle
Isles of Scilly
Looe
Lostwithiel
Marazion
Mevagissey
Mousehole
Newlyn
Newquay
Padstow
Penzance
Perranporth
Porthcurno
Porthleven
Porthtowan
Redruth
Sennen
St Agnes
St Austell
St Ives
St Just in Penwith
St Mawes
Tintagel
Truro
Wadebridge

 

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Maps of Cornwall :

The Ordnance Survey publishes the Explorer series of maps which are ideal for walkers.
Scale 1 : 25 000
2.5 inches to 1 mile /
4cm to 1km.
Available in local bookshops or click on the links below to order online.

Those covering Cornwall:

Map of Isles of Scilly:

101 Isles of Scilly

 


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Cycling, Biking and Mtb in Cornwall

Cornwall is the ideal place for taking to two wheels and getting away from it all. With so much to see in Cornwall, a bike gives you the time and freedom to explore the countryside and its towns and villages.

In recent years a number of cycle trails have been created which give you the opportunity to ride safely off-road.

Additional cycle routes have been designed, making use of minor roads which take you through some of Cornwall's most beautiful countryside. So whether you're an experienced cyclist or a family out for a relaxing afternoon, Cornwall's cycle trails and routes can provide you with an enjoyable and healthy way to experience the Cornish countryside.


Cornwall Cycle Trails


Cornwall has many cycling routes and trails.

The Cornish Way is a 180 mile (288km) trail from Bude to Land's End. It is part of the National Cycle Network. It consists of 6 individual trails.

The Mineral Tramways Trails are an extensive network of multi-purpose trails which take you on a tour through Cornwall's history. There are 7 trails in this network.

Each cycle trail in Cornwall is featured in the links below with details of that trail, a map of the trail and information on places to visit along the trail. You may also find details of cycle hire or accommodation available for that trail marked on the map if any of our members are closeby. Please click on a link to view the trail information.



Mineral Tramways Trails:
Coast to Coast Trail   17.5km / 11 miles
From Portreath on the north coast of Cornwall to Devoran on the south coast of Cornwall. Coast to Coast - from sea to shining sea; Atlantic to Channel - cycle across England in just a couple of hours !

Great Flat Lode Trail   12km / 7.5 miles
Circular trail.

Tresavean Trail  1.8 km / 1.1 miles


Portreath Branchline Trail   8.8 km / 5.5 miles


Tehidy Trail   4 km / 2.5 miles


Tolgus Trail   3.5 km / 2.2 miles


Redruth & Chasewater Railway Trail   12.4 km / 7.7 miles

 

The Cornish Way Trails:

First & Last Trail   39.6 km / 25 miles
Land's End to Hayle.

Engine House Trail   38.7 km / 24 miles
Hayle to Truro.

Coast & Clay Trail   71.5 km / 45 miles
Truro to Bodmin via St Austell.

North Cornwall Trail   64.6 km / 40.5 miles
Bodmin to Cornwall border, near Bude.

St Piran Trail  55 km / 34.5 miles
Truro to Padstow via Newquay.

Camel Trail   27.4 km / 17 miles
Padstow to Poley's Bridge near Bodmin.

 

Cornwall also offers the opportunity to take guided bike trails, giving you maximum enjoyment and minimum hassle, as experienced guides with local knowledge show you the best of Cornwall's bike trails.

Click here for Guided Bike Trails in Cornwall

Click here for Cycle Hire and Bike Hire in Cornwall


Cornwall offers many other scenic cycle routes including the Camel Trail from Padstow on the North Coast into the beautiful Cornish countryside.

In addition to the off road routes there are also cycle lanes along many of Cornwall's roads linking major towns and places of interest and many of the local councils or cycle shops produce information about scenic cycle routes in their area. Cycles can be hired throughout Cornwall.

Tehidy Country Park offers a cycle trail through woodland, suitable for all the family. Tehidy Country Park is a free admission country park accessed from either the Camborne Redruth Area or from the North Cliffs between Gwithian and Portreath.

Cycles can be carried by train and it is advisable to contact the relevant train companies which operate in Cornwall for their policy on cycling.

 

Books:


Books can be purchased online by clicking on the links below :

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Cycling in Cornwall


For further information:

First Great Western www.firstgreatwestern.co.uk

CrossCountry Trains www.crosscountrytrains.co.uk

For more information on cycling in Cornwall:

Cyclists Touring Club www.ctc.org.uk

Mobilise Pedal Back the Years www.mobilise-cornwall.org.uk

 

Map of Cycling and Mtb locations in Cornwall

Use the + scale on the left of the map to zoom in on an area. Click on a marker to see the name of the location and click the box to go to the information about that place. To zoom out click - on the scale.
(Google Map integrated by www.choughmountain.eu)

Cycling and Mtb locations in Cornwall


Bissoe Camel Trail
Coast to Coast Trail Devoran
First and Last Trail Great Flat Lode Trail
Land's End North Cornwall Trail
Padstow Portreath
Portreath Branchline Trail Redruth and Chasewater Railway Trail
St Piran Trail Tehidy Trail
Tolgus Trail Tresavean Trail
Wadebridge  

 

 

 

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