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Top 10 Cycle Routes
The best way to see much of Southport and the wider area is by bike! Get to the parts of the coast and countryside that are not accessible by car and explore the 22 miles of coast, experience some stunning scenery, rolling dunes and blow the cobwebs away?
Choose one that you’d like to do, dust off the bikes, helmets on and go for it.
If you are visiting Southport and you don't have a bike, you can hire them at the Southport Eco Centre or Southport Train Station.
Asparagus Cycle Route
Formby
This circular route, from Formby Train Station passes through Formby village, the National Trust site along the picturesque Formby coast famous for its Red Squirrels and Asparagus fields.
- Easy / moderate
- Mostly off road
- Distance 5 miles
- Time 40-50 mins
Squirrel Cycle Route
Southport
This linear route links Southport to Formby and passes several Nature Reserves.
- Easy / moderate
- Mostly off road
- Distance 7.5 miles
- Time 50-60 minutes
Kestrel Cycle Route
Southport
Along this route you will enjoy the resorts varied urban landscapes and the newly developed community woodland.
- Moderate
- Mostly on road
- Distance 9 miles
- Time 70-90 mins
Marram Cycle Route
Southport
This short route is a relaxing cycle ride that takes in areas of outstanding natural beauty and offers great seaside views of the Southport coast.
- Beginner/ easy
- Mostly off road
- Distance 3 miles
- Time 20-30 mins
Curlew Cycle Route
Crosby
This circular route begins at the Crosby Lakeside Adventure Centre and will take in the sights of the Crosby Coast.
- Easy / moderate
- Mostly off road
- Distance 4.5 miles
- Time 45-55 mins
Swan Cycle Route
Southport
This circular route takes in the sights and sounds of Southport’s many famous landmarks.
- Easy / moderate
- Off road or om quiet roads
- Distance 7 miles
- Time 55-70 mins
Butterfly Cycle Route
Formby
This circular route, from Freshfield Railway Station, goes along the north of Formby and then
- Easy / moderate
- Off road or on quiet roads
- Distance 7 miles
- Time 55-70 mins
Mallard Cycle Route
Southport
This circular route boasts spectacular panoramic views that include North Wales and the Lake District.
You will pass the Marine Lake and Bird Reserve at Marshside, a popular nesting spot for many birds including avocets and lapwings.
- Moderate
- Off road or on quiet roads
- Distance 9.5 miles
- Time 75-95 mins
Natterjack Cycle Route
Southport
This ride begins on the old Cheshire Lines Railway and follows a circular route through
- Moderate
- Off road or on quiet roads
- Distance 9 miles
- Time 79-90 mins
Shrimp Cycle Route
Southport
This is an ideal route to enjoy some of Southport’s best landmarks and it is clearly signed in both directions.
- Beginner / easy
- Mostly off road
- Distance 4 miles
- Time 30-45 mins
