Cycling in the UK offers far more than a means of getting from A to B. If you’re looking for a relaxed family ride, Britain’s cycling network provides routes to suit a wide range of abilities and interests. A well-chosen route can transform a simple ride into a truly memorable experience.
This comprehensive guide brings together the UK’s top-rated long-distance and traffic-free routes, alongside practical planning advice to help you find unforgettable gravel bike rides — whether you’re heading out for an afternoon spin or a week-long expedition. Here, you'll discover some of the best gravel bike routes in the UK, perfect for riders seeking adventure, variety, and stunning scenery.
Speaking from his home in Yorkshire on the Sigma Sports Unplugged Podcast, Alistair Brownlee reflected, with Matt Stephens, on a year of “retirement” that looks anything but sedentary.
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Heading to the Midlands for our Soigneur series, we joined Daisy and Natalie as they headed off road on their gravel bikes to visit Hambleton Bakery.
Relatively new to the bustling scene of eateries that call Kingston upon Thames their home, for our first ever gravel Soigneur instalment, Ione and Liam visited Marna Coffee.
Pharmacie Coffee Roasters may sit in relative obscurity on an industrial estate just outside of Lewes but as Alex and Amy found out, it really is a gem for cyclists on the hunt for coffee.
Read about Zach's Mallorca 312 ride on the Sigma Sports Hub. Find out about the kit, clothing nutrition and more required to complete the event.
The gateway into the Essex and Hertfordshire lanes, Lodestar Coffee is in their words, 'here for good coffee and conversations' and who are we to argue?
A few miles inland from some of Britain's most picturesque coastline, Cadence's Litlington cafe is nestled in the heart of the South Downs, making it the perfect stop off for those looking for a coastal adventure.
Exploring bag setup, kit choices and how to decide on where to sleep among a whole host of other considerations, Matt Stephens and Phoebe Sneddon headed to the Peak District for an introduction to gravel bikepacking.
A Central London hotspot for those looking for the perfect the coffee stop, Kaffeine serves up delicious food with a smile.
Located a mere hundred metres from the banks of the River Thames, Water Lane Coffee is a bustling addition to West London's food and drink scene.
Exploring the local trails around the Peak District, Matt Stephens joined Phoebe Sneddon for a gravel adventure. The pair tackled a range of terrain, from steep climbs and hike-a-bike sections to technical descents and scenic vistas.
Exclusive and designed to push the limits when it comes to lightweight road bikes, the Sigma Sports workshop pulled out all the stops for this Cannondale SuperSix EVO Leichtbau Road Bike.
Is steel real? We find out as we catch up with Sigma Sports Head Technician Dan to learn more about his trusty Cinelli Vigorelli Steel Bike.
Linking together some gravel bike-friendly tracks and trails, lots of great views and some potentials coffee stops, this 25 mile route is a Peak District classic.
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Sigma Sports visit the Pirelli Research and Development facility in Milan to see how the experts in performance tyres apply their knowledge to cycling.
