This one is BIG Dark Peak route. But there’s a very long section of cycle path that will get the average up. Nevertheless, it needs starting early!
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Skiddaw, Lake District route
For a taster of the mighty Lake District, without the macho climbs and nerve-shattering descents, try this gem just above Keswick.
Goyt Valley, Peak District route
This route has a classic Dark Peak feel to it that belies its proximity to the sprawling metropolis of Greater Manchester. Distance: 25km (16 miles).
Sticks Pass and Helvellyn, Lake District route
One of England's great rides: start at Patterdale, climb the Helvellyn ridge then descend Sticks Pass
Garburn Pass, Lake District route
This classic Lakeland pass is a rite of passage for every British mountain biker.
East to West, North York Moors route
December’s issue of mbr saw dep ed Denny Milman chasing around the Moors in search of singletrack and inner peace. If you liked reading about it, why not ride it?…
Edale, Peak District route
Edale Round, one of the most rewarding Peak District loops you could hope to ride
Dark v White, Peak District route
Part 1, the White Peak ride
Wasdale, Wastwater route
Ride the Wasdale, Lake District route from the March issue of mbr magazine.
Swaledale, Yorkshire Dales route
Download the GPS route from our Killer Loop feature in the Summer 2011 issue.
Great Hograh Moor, North Yorkshire Moors route
Download the free GPS route for this North York Moors cracker
Rosedale Abbey, North Yorkshire Moors route
The section of singletrack from Rosedale Abbey route to High Askew is a 4.5km artery of ecstasy. It's equally as good in either direction.
Hayfield, Peak District route
Download the free GPS route from our interview with former National Champion, Nick Craig
Ambleside, Lake District route
Download our free GPS route from Ambleside in the Lake District, and enjoy winter riding at its best
Nidderdale, Yorkshire route
Download the free GPS route for this classic Nidderdale ride
Ladybower, Peak District
Download this free GPS route for Ladybower reservoir in the Peak District
Doctors Gate and Cut Gate, Peak District route
Download the free GPS route for this Peak District mega-ride
Ramsbottom, Lancashire route
Download the GPS route from our City Limits feature in the June 2012 issue
Warnscale Pass, Lake District route
Fancy tackling Warnscale Pass - one of the Lake District's toughest descents? Just download our free route here, from the December 2012 issue.
Shipley, Yorkshire route
Download the GPS route in Shipley from our September issue's Leeds City Limits feature