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Circular off-road cycling routes

Circular cycle tracks allow you to start and end your day in the same location. Often situated in beautiful country parks or stunning nature reserves, these routes are a great way of getting away from it all and spending some time in nature. Below are some great routes for a relaxed day of cycling, with routes ranging from 2 to 30 miles.

Nottingham’s country parks are great if you don’t want to stick your bike in the car first. Cycle routes at Colwick Country Park, Holme Pierrepont, and Rushcliffe are all accessible from the city and offer lovely lake views. The Cotgrave Canal & Country Park Cycle Route also includes pretty canals, while at Bestwood Country Park you can cycle through woodland and wildflower meadows.

For something a little more challenging, the Erewash Valley Cycle Trail covers 30 miles of waterway on the Nottingham/Derbyshire border. Covering some natural beauty spots, and passing DH Lawrence’s hometown of Eastwood, there’s plenty to see on your way and you can break the route into smaller sections if you prefer.

In the north of the county you can take a selection of routes at Clumber Park or Sherwood Pines, two stunning areas that were once part of Sherwood Forest. Each make for a great day out so a picnic and ice-cream stop off is a must!

Scroll down to see all of our circular off-road road cycling routes.

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Sherwood Pines Mountain Bike Cycle Trails

Sherwood Pines Mountain Bike Cycle Trails

Edwinstowe,

There are three different mountain bike trails at Sherwood Pines incorporating different difficulty levels to suit different levels of experience.
Family Cycle Trail
Distance 4.8km (3 miles)
This 3 mile loop provides a great introduction to the…
Rushcliffe Country Park Cycle Route

Rushcliffe Country Park Cycle Route

Ruddington, Nottingham

Rushcliffe Country Park Cycle Route
Distance: 2 miles (3km)
Explore over 200 acres of cycling and walking trails in this popular country park near Nottingham. In the park you will find wildflower meadows, grassland, conservation and landscaped…
Erewash Valley Cycle Trail

Erewash Valley Cycle Trail

The Erewash Valley Trail is a circular walking and cycling route which takes in over 30 miles of waterway and countryside on the Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire border.
Cotgrave Canal & Country Park Cycle Route

Cotgrave Canal & Country Park Cycle Route

Cotgrave Canal & Country Park Cycle Route
Distance: 4 miles (6 km)
Discover the Cotgrave canal and country park on this rural cycle route in the heart of Nottinghamshire.
The country park includes woodland, wetland, lakes and informal…
Cycling at Clumber Park

Cycling at Clumber Park

Explore the beauty of Clumber Park on bicycle as the Clumber Route takes in the entire park with views over looking the lake and miles of park land.
Please download the PDF on the right hand side of this page for the map of the Clumber Park Cycle…
Holme Pierrepont Country Park Cycle Route

Holme Pierrepont Country Park Cycle Route

Holme Pierrepont, Nottingham

Holme Pierrepont Country Park Cycle Route
Distance: 3 miles (5km)
Enjoy a waterside walk or cycle in this splendid 270 acre country park in Nottingham. The park includes several large lakes and the delightful Skylark Nature Reserve. You can…
Colwick Country Park Cycle Route

Colwick Country Park Cycle Route

Colwick, Nottingham

Colwick Country Park Cycle Route
Distance: 2 miles (4km)
Enjoy several miles of lovely, waterside walking and cycling in this country park in Nottingham. The park contains two large lakes, a marina, woodland and meadows. The River Trent also…
Bestwood Country Park Cycle Route

Bestwood Country Park Cycle Route

Bestwood Village, Nottingham

Bestwood Country Park Cycle Route
Bestwood Country Park is located on the outskirts of the city of Nottingham and consists of 650 acres of open green space. The park includes Mill Lakes, where you can follow the waterside trail and look out for…