Cycling in Sefton is one of the most enjoyable ways to explore more of this part of Lancashire. So you can find your perfect Sefton bike ride, we’ve reviewed our full collection of cycling routes in the region to deliver the best. Just click on each route to see a full breakdown of detailed information including elevation profiles and surface analyses, and browse real tips and photos uploaded by other members of the komoot community.

Last updated: October 5, 2025

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1. Leeds and Liverpool Canal – Crosby Beach (Blundellsands) loop from Hillside

52.3km

03:02

90m

Intermediate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Crosby Beach (Blundellsands) – Southport Promenade loop from Blundellsands & Crosby

48.4km

02:51

80m

Intermediate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Crosby Beach (Blundellsands) – The Railway loop from Waterloo

29.4km

01:42

50m

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4. Crosby Beach (Blundellsands) – Thornton Hough Village loop from Ainsdale

142km

08:15

520m

Expert bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5. The Railway – Crosby Beach (Blundellsands) loop from Freshfield

17.4km

00:59

20m

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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6. Southport Pier – Southport Promenade loop from Ainsdale

31.3km

01:47

50m

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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7. Crosby Beach (Blundellsands) – Southport Beach and Pier loop from Meols Cop

54.4km

03:09

90m

Intermediate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8. Crosby Beach (Blundellsands) – Royal Liver Building loop from Seaforth & Litherland

54.9km

03:13

120m

Intermediate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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9. Crosby Beach (Blundellsands) – Leeds and Liverpool Canal loop from Bootle New Strand

50.8km

03:05

100m

Intermediate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10. Royal Liver Building – Sefton Park Bandstand loop from Blundellsands & Crosby

44.3km

02:38

140m

Intermediate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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The best cycling routes in Sefton

1. Leeds and Liverpool Canal – Crosby Beach (Blundellsands) loop from Hillside

2. Crosby Beach (Blundellsands) – Southport Promenade loop from Blundellsands & Crosby

3. Crosby Beach (Blundellsands) – The Railway loop from Waterloo

4. Crosby Beach (Blundellsands) – Thornton Hough Village loop from Ainsdale

5. The Railway – Crosby Beach (Blundellsands) loop from Freshfield

6. Southport Pier – Southport Promenade loop from Ainsdale

7. Crosby Beach (Blundellsands) – Southport Beach and Pier loop from Meols Cop

8. Crosby Beach (Blundellsands) – Royal Liver Building loop from Seaforth & Litherland

9. Crosby Beach (Blundellsands) – Leeds and Liverpool Canal loop from Bootle New Strand

10. Royal Liver Building – Sefton Park Bandstand loop from Blundellsands & Crosby

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