Cycling in Blackpool

Blackpool’s ‘Cycling Town’ designation and funding resulted in a number of infrastructure improvements, including significant investment in cycle parking. Blackpool’s cycling maps show the extent of available parking in the town centre and outlying areas.

Starting at Blackpool's North Pier the route is clearly signed all the way to Blackpool. Blackpool is a great place to spend an afternoon, with plenty to keep young and old amused.  From the pleasure beach and its range of rides, to the Blackpool Tower, there is a wide range of exciting activities.

In Blackpool there are a number of different levels of promenade, those near the sea and others that are higher up near the tram route.  This ride follows the higher levels, as it offers wider views. Once past the Red Bank Tram Stop the path follows a wide stretch of grassland down to Little Bispham, where the tram veers away from the sea on its way to Blackpool.

Along the way you'll pass Cleveleys which is a good place to stop off for a bite to eat or refreshments - you'll find seaside chip shops, cafes and bars. On arriving in the Victorian seaside town of Fleetwood, the route takes you round to the river mouth of the River Wyre and the entrance to the docks.

Blackpool is a lovely town to explore with beaches, a stately pavilion, playgrounds and gardens all within easy reach.  The Blackpool Market is one of the largest undercover markets in the North West and not to be missed.  At Blackpool you can also take a ferry over to Larne, on the east coast of County Antrim, Northern Ireland. There are 3 crossings a day for the 8 hour journey.

Route 62 continues from Blackpool along the coast to Lytham St Annes before taking you inland to Preston via Kirkham. Along the way you'll pass Stanley Park, Blackpool Zoo and model village and the lovely countryside of the Wyre.