Welcome to Family Cycling

Hi! We are the Gibsons and as a family, we love nothing more than spending time outdoors. Since we had our daughter, Matilda, and then our son, Barney, we’ve enjoyed cycling as a means of recreation and as a mode of transportation as we embark on family life living in the suburbs of Wakefield, West Yorkshire.


Recent trips & routes

Cycling

Cycling to School with Kids in the Winter

The winter months are often when many families reluctantly trade …

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Great Longstone Park & Bakewell Recreational Ground Review For Families

Looking for a family adventure in the beautiful Bakewell area …

Cycling

Staying Consistent with Cycling When You Have Kids

Balancing your love for cycling with the demands of parenting …

Family

Pontefract Park, Pontefract Review For Families

Pontefract Park is a hidden gem that promises an enjoyable …

Cycling

Great Places to Live for Cyclists Across England

We are always looking for new places to visit in …

Cycling, Family

Best Places to Teach Your Child How to Ride a Bike: Parks, Trails, and More

Teaching your child to ride a bike is one of …

Cycling, Family

Nostell Priory National Trust Review For Families

Nostell Priory is a Palladian house located in Nostell, near …

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Beaumont Park For Families Review

As a family with two small children, we always look …

Family

Abington Park, Northampton Review For Families

If you’re on the hunt for an outdoor adventure that …
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Meet the team

Beth

Mum

Picnic and snack organiser. Makes sure we have all we need for a fun-filled day!

Ryan

Dad

Itinerary man and finder of safe cycling routes. Usually scouring Google Maps at the crack of dawn.

Matilda

Big Sister

Pro cyclist in the making. She holds the record for asking for a snack before we had left the driveway.

Barney

Little Brother

Smooth operator. He sits in the bike seat and takes everything in, always on the lookout for the next play park.

Browse by location

North Yorkshire

Dedicated family cycling routes and country parks throughout North Yorkshire. Looking for safe, traffic-free paths and parks throughout North Yorkshire? As a family, we are spending our weekends exploring these routes. Check below for some of our latest discoveries including Dolby ForestThe Nidderdale Greenway and much more.

West Yorkshire

Dedicated family cycling routes and country parks throughout Yorkshire. Looking for safe, traffic-free paths and parks throughout West Yorkshire? As a family, we are spending our weekends exploring these routes. Check below for some of our latest discoveries including Anglers Country Park, Leeds Urban Bike Park and many more.


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