Depending on how confident and fit a cyclist you are, there are a range of destinations that can be accessed by bike from Woodhorn Meadows.
The centre of Ashington can be accessed in around 10 minutes, as well as Ashington train station. For many people there aren’t, therefore, many key local destinations or services that you can’t access using pedal power. Significant investments have been made over the last few years to enhance cycling infrastructure in Ashington, helping to improve cycle routes across the region.
For leisurely rides, National Cycle Network (NCN) Route 155 runs to the north of Woodhorn Meadows and follows a predominantly off-road shared cycle and pedestrian path between Newbiggin-by-the-Sea and Morpeth. The route intersects with NCN Route 1 which is a long-distance, signposted cycle route which follows the stunning East coast.
For more information on cycling locally visit our useful cycling guides and resources page.
Planning a Journey by Bike
If you are unfamiliar with the local area and looking to plan a route by bike, an online route planner can be a really useful tool to use. You can enter your journey start point and end point and the route planner will display a number of route options on a handy map. Alongside easy to follow directions it will tell you how far the journey is, how long it will take, and even how hilly it is.
Cycle Streets is a handy website that allows you to plan your journey. Simply enter your start and end points and away you go!
Why cycle?
Cycling has always been a great way to travel around for those able to do so. It offers many personal benefits, such as improved health and cost savings. It also offers significant benefit to the environment and local community, helping to take cars off the road, reducing pollution and reducing congestion.
Cycling can also be a great commuter travel option. If you’re new to cycling or aren’t really sure where to starting with your cycle-commute then check out some of our handy guidance on buying a commuter bike, commuting by bike whatever the weather and the benefits of choosing to travel actively.