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The best cycling routes around Preston

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Cycling around Preston is one of the most enjoyable ways to explore more of this part of Lancashire. So you can find your perfect Preston 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: November 22, 2025

4.4

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1. Preston to Brockholes Nature Reserve loop

26.6km

01:39

130m

140m

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

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990

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2. View of the River Ribble – Brockholes Nature Reserve loop from Larches

40.7km

02:33

170m

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

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4.6

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3. Ribble Steam Railway – Guild Wheel Cycle Lane loop from Tanterton

28.5km

01:46

140m

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

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4.1

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4. View of the River Ribble – Brockholes Nature Reserve loop from Fulwood

23.5km

01:32

140m

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

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4.7

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5. James Brennan Statue – Ribble Steam Railway loop from Tanterton

19.4km

01:12

80m

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

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5.0

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6. Edith Rigby Way Underpass – Lytham Windmill loop from Ingol

40.7km

02:21

160m

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

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5.0

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7. Lower Kem Mill Pond – Todd Lane Junction Pond loop from Preston

21.4km

01:20

140m

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

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5.0

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8. River Ribble – Brockholes Nature Reserve loop from Preston

16.8km

01:05

80m

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

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9. Lancaster Canal Towpath – Haslam Park Nature Reserve loop from Cadley

44.7km

02:44

160m

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

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4.9

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10. Fairhaven Lake – Lytham Windmill loop from Fulwood

58.0km

03:28

200m

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

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The best cycling routes around Preston

1. Preston to Brockholes Nature Reserve loop

2. View of the River Ribble – Brockholes Nature Reserve loop from Larches

3. Ribble Steam Railway – Guild Wheel Cycle Lane loop from Tanterton

4. View of the River Ribble – Brockholes Nature Reserve loop from Fulwood

5. James Brennan Statue – Ribble Steam Railway loop from Tanterton

6. Edith Rigby Way Underpass – Lytham Windmill loop from Ingol

7. Lower Kem Mill Pond – Todd Lane Junction Pond loop from Preston

8. River Ribble – Brockholes Nature Reserve loop from Preston

9. Lancaster Canal Towpath – Haslam Park Nature Reserve loop from Cadley

10. Fairhaven Lake – Lytham Windmill loop from Fulwood

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