Family Cycling routes in 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.


Walton Colliery Nature Park

Best Places to Teach a Child to Ride a Bike in West Yorkshire

Teaching your child to ride a bike is one of the most rewarding experiences you can share as a parent. It’s a rite of passage that builds confidence, encourages physical activity, and opens the door to a lifetime of adventures. We taught our daughter in lockdown 2020. She had just turned 4 and we were … Read more
Scout Dike Reservoir

Scout Dike Reservoir Review For Families

One thing we love about the school holidays is the new places we can visit. Whether that’s a significant car journey away or something a little closer to home; there are always new places to experience. Over the Christmas school holidays, we visited Scout Dike Reservoir, a fantastic spot for introducing young children to the … Read more
Denby Dale to Skelmanthorpe Route Review

Cycling the Trans Pennine Trail: Denby Dale to Skelmanthorpe Route Review

As a Wakefield-based user of the Trans Pennine Trail, we wanted to explore some areas outside our home patch. We’ve always liked Denby Dale and Skelmanthorpe. They feel like a throwback to the traditional past of the area. Imagine my delight when analysing the local Trans Pennine Trail routes and I noticed that there’s a … Read more
Sandal Train Station to Anglers Country Park Route Review

Cycling the Trans Pennine Trail: Sandal Train Station to Anglers Country Park Route Review

I am fortunate to live close to the Trans Pennine Trail. I can easily reach the Wakefield sections from my front door and other sections within a short drive. This section is the link from my daughters’ school to Anglers Country Park (and beyond for those with more time). I try to focus on rides … Read more
Calder Hebble Navigation Cycle Review

Cycling the Calder & Hebble Navigation: Wakefield to Dewsbury Route Review

The Calder & Hebble Navigation towpath is a route I’ve taken a few times but never written up here but it’s one many would enjoy. It’s flat, easy to navigate (it’s a canal so pretty straight!) and suitable for varying ability levels. If you are looking for a relaxed jaunt on your bike with nice … Read more
Trans Pennine Trail Chapelthorpe to Royston

Cycling the Trans Pennine Trail: Chapelthorpe to Royston Route Review

The Trans Pennine Trail (TPT) is a popular multi-user trail crossing the breadth of northern England, with a mix of scenic countryside, woodland, and picturesque urban sections. My local haunt is the segment which lies between Chapelthorpe in Wakefield and Royston in Barnsley, approximately 4 miles in length one way (8 miles round trip). I … Read more
Pontefract Park Review

Pontefract Park, Pontefract Review For Families

Pontefract Park is a hidden gem that promises an enjoyable experience for families seeking outdoor adventures and quality time together. As a family that loves to explore nature’s wonders, we recently had the pleasure of visiting Pontefract Park. The visit gave us some happy memories and a strong wish to tell other families about our … Read more

Nostell Priory National Trust Review For Families

Nostell Priory is a Palladian house located in Nostell, near Crofton, close to Wakefield, West Yorkshire, England, approached by the road to Doncaster from Wakefield. It dates from 1733 and was built for the Winn family on the site of a medieval priory. Now looked after by the National Trust it’s approximately 6 miles from … Read more

Beaumont Park For Families Review

As a family with two small children, we always look for new outdoorsy things to do on the weekend. The excitement when you discover a new place to visit within a radius of your home is something we love. We have a list of safe cycle routes which will form the primary part of the … Read more
St Ives Estate, Bingley Play Area

St. Ives Estate, Bingley Review For Families

Nestled near Bingley, West Yorkshire, St. Ives Estate stands as a testament to nature’s magnificence, offering families a delightful escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Whether you’re a nature enthusiast, an adventure seeker, or simply seeking a peaceful day in the park, St. Ives Estate has something to offer everyone.  St. Ives … Read more
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More on safe cycling in West Yorkshire

Family cycling in West Yorkshire has been growing in popularity in recent years. The area offers a variety of scenic routes, from urban parks to countryside trails, making it a great destination for families who enjoy cycling together.

Families with young children can enjoy cycling on the many cycle paths in and around the cities of Leeds and Bradford, as well as in local parks such as Roundhay Park in Leeds and Peel Park in Bradford. These urban parks offer a safe and relaxed environment for families to cycle together, as well as plenty of opportunities for picnics and other family-friendly activities.

Please keep reading our dedicated guides and reviews of the best places to cycle with children in West Yorkshire. We explore traffic-free routes, country parks and much more.