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Cycling is a beautiful thing. From touring the countryside to descending a mountainside, whatever type of cyclist you are, we have a whole host of inspirational cycling routes for you

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Gallovidian Gravel

Take a look at our latest long distance cycle route, a 330km gravel adventure in southern Scotland that takes in Galloway’s rugged coastlines, wild mountains, remote lochs and seemingly endless dark sky forests

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Glow rides return on 22 October 2026, bringing communities together to light up the streets and champion safer cycling, especially for women riding after dark, as part of our ‘My ride. Our right’ campaign

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Write a simple will for free this October through Cycling UK’s partnership with Octopus Legacy. Put your wishes in place and, if you choose, help pass on the joy of cycling to future generations.

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