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.

Sands Playground & Recreational Ground

Sands Playground, Holmfirth Review For Families

A beautiful spring weekend called for an outdoor adventure, and Sands Playground in Holmfirth delivered! With blue skies and sunshine (a rare treat in March), we jumped into the car and headed off to explore. I wanted to head back to Holmfirth for some time. We really like this part of Yorkshire and I hadn’t … Read more
Pontefract Park Review

Free Public Play Areas Within the Wakefield District

As a Wakefield-based family, we love to explore the free public play areas within the district. The recurring theme with all the recommended parks is that they are completely free of charge and are open to all of the public. We have chosen a breadth of options located within a 10-mile radius of the city … Read more
Sandal Castle

Sandal Castle Review for Families

I can’t believe we haven’t reviewed Sandal Castle – we have been here so many times and have so many memories here! It has been so nice looking at all our photos and choosing some to add to the article.  We live close to Sandal Castle and there are a few walking/cycling routes we can … Read more
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
Denby Dale to Skelmanthorpe Route Review

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

Route at a glance Total distance~3 miles / ~4.8 km out & back (1.5 mi each way) DifficultyIntermediate (uneven surface, short inclines) Top things to see Countryside views with Emley Moor Mast Field & woodland cuttings Village cafés at either end Quiet, off-road link between communities As a Wakefield-based user of the Trans Pennine Trail, … 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

Route at a glance Total distance~10 miles / ~16 km round trip DifficultyBeginner–Intermediate (mostly stable; a few narrow bits) Top things to see Walton Colliery Nature Park Waterton Park & Barnsley Canal Anglers Country Park hub & café Plenty of off-road TPT sections I am fortunate to live close to the Trans Pennine Trail. I … Read more
Calder Hebble Navigation Cycle Review

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

Route at a glance Total distance~6.5 miles / ~10.5 km (one way) DifficultyBeginner–Intermediate (flat towpath; narrow in places) Top things to see Figure of Three Locks & canal heritage Narrowboats, bridges & riverside wildlife Navigation Inn start/finish option Blacker Hall Farm detour for café The Calder & Hebble Navigation towpath is a route I’ve taken … Read more
Trans Pennine Trail Chapelthorpe to Royston

Cycling the Trans Pennine Trail: Chapelthorpe to Royston Route Review

Route at a glance Total distance~8 miles / ~13 km out & back (4 mi each way) DifficultyBeginner–Intermediate (mostly flat, wide) Top things to see Barnsley Canal stretch & rail-bed cuttings Woodland sections near Chapelthorpe Newmillerdam detour for cafés & toilets Open, family-friendly trail feel The Trans Pennine Trail (TPT) is a popular multi-user trail … 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

Place at a glance Visit lengthHalf day – Full day AccessibilityMain routes buggy-friendly; some woodland/garden paths uneven CostNT members free; admission applies for non-members Dog friendlyDogs on leads in parkland; house/gardens have restrictions Facilities Courtyard café · Toilets & baby changing Shop · Bike racks · Play area Formal gardens & parkland trails Top things … 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.