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C2C or Sea to Sea

The Sea to Sea (C2C) is a 137-mile route, from Whitehaven to Sunderland. 7 The UK's most popular challenge cycle route, the C2C is often thought to stand for ‘Coast to Coast’, but the name is actually short for ‘Sea to Sea’. The iconic route travels 137 miles between the Irish Sea and the North Se...

Route 70

Route 70 is a 127.1-mile route on the National Cycle Network, connecting the coast at Walney Island by Barrow-In-Furness to Sunderland. 70 National Route 70 forms the principal route of the Walney to Wear (W2W) long-distance Coast-to-Coast cycle route, linking the coast at Walney Island by Barrow-...

Route 7

Route 7 is a 547-mile route on the National Cycle Network, running in sections between Sunderland to Inverness. 7 The sections of Route 7 between Sunderland and Inverness take in breathtaking views of forests, hills and lochs. It is over 540 miles long and passes through two National Parks before ...

How volunteering led to romance on National Cycle Route 1

... certainly wasn’t looking for love. I first met Vince at a big celebration family bike ride in March 2014. He was a volunteer ranger on the Sunderland to Seaham section of National Cycle Network Route 1, helping to manage the path and keep it litter-free. He lived on the other side of the hill from ...

Roker Beach to Beamish

... to Beamish is a 16.4-mile route on the National Cycle Network, connecting Roker Beach to Beamish. 7 This ride starts on the seafront at Roker in Sunderland and travels inland to the pretty village of Beamish. From the seafront, you follow blue signs for Route 1 to the mouth of the River Wear and ...

Portrait Benches in Chester-le-Street

... of the Portrait Benches project, we're celebrating much loved and respected local heroes Dr. Frank Atkinson CBE and Bryan Robson OBE. The Consett & Sunderland Railway Path is a lovely trail which follows the line of a former railway into Sunderland which was Britain’s first commercial railway and w...

Three Rivers

... South Shields. You'll move along a host of interesting alternative routes including the C2C sculpture trail and the Three Rivers Cycleway between Sunderland and South Shields which passes Souter Lighthouse. The Three Rivers covers the network of traffic-free railway paths in the North-East, includi...

Traffic-free family rides

... vetch and willowherb. Along the way are dramatic sculptures and plenty of carved wooden seats to stop and take in your surroundings. 8. Consett and Sunderland Railway path, Tyne and Wear This route between Consett and Sunderland travels past the Beamish Open Air Museum and the Wildfowl and Wetlands...

Souter to St Mary's

... out because cycling into a headwind is incredibly hard work. It begins at Souter Lighthouse, located on Lizard Point, between South Shields and Sunderland. The Lighthouse opened in 1871 and is the world's first electric lighthouse. Now managed by the National Trust, the lighthouse offers fantastic ...

Volunteers needed for Washington’s Coast to Coast Path

... and promote cycling and walking in the area. This year we organized a popular series of short bike rides for the crews when the Tall Ships visited Sunderland.” No previous experience is necessary, and training can be provided if necessary. Members can get the opportunity to attend classes on bicycl...

Walney to Wear and Whitby (W2W)

... country lanes.  This fantastic route stretches between Walney Island - just outside Barrow-in-Furness on Cumbria’s Irish Sea coast, and Wearmouth in Sunderland (155.5 miles) or Whitby (179.7 miles) both on the North Sea coast. The coast to coast route traverses: the Lake District Peninsulas South ...

Why are Cumbria's Sea to Sea signs changing?

... as C2C, so the whole path is signed as National Cycle Route 7. C2C is a popular long distance cycling challenge route which runs 137 miles from Sunderland to Whitehaven. The Eastern section of route was originally signed as Route 7 on the National Cycle Network. While the Western part was Route 71....

Using the National Cycle Network to manage my mental health

... and anxiety and reduce stress. “I use it every day. I use Route 7 from Consett and I’ll cycle over Waskerley Way, or I’ll follow the Network to Sunderland. I’ll also cycle Route 14 to Rowlands Gill or to Durham, so it’s great that there are so many routes you can choose from. “Being able to cycle o...

Children plant orchard on iron track

... as well as people, with rare wildlife such as red squirrels, the small blue butterfly, and bat colonies on some bridges. The 140 mile C2C runs from Whitehaven to Sunderland attracts over 15,000 people on foot or by bicycle each year. Find out more about Tracks of the Ironmasters 11 /02/2020

Coast to coast cycle routes

... ride to e-bike riders. Find out more. Sea to Sea / Coast to Coast (C2C) 137 miles (221kms) from Whitehaven or Workington to Newcastle or Sunderland The C2C can fairly claim to be the UK's most popular challenge cycle. There are a number of well sign-posted options to this route that can be complet...

Challenge rides in England 2024

... sections. Take it slow and visit the many places of interest along the way. Sea to Sea (C2C) 137 miles (221km) from Whitehaven or Workington to Sunderland, Wearside or Tynemouth The C2C is often cycled from west to east. Tradition has many riders dipping their back wheel in the Irish Sea off the...

Best routes in the North East

... hosts a range of animals as well as exhibits, it’s a great route for a day out.   Roker Beach to Beamish There’s plenty to see on this route from Sunderland out to the pretty village of Beamish. Following the River Wear, you pass the Stadium of Light and Washington Wetlands Centre. Towards the end ...

Spooky tales on the Old Tracks

... at the old goods yard at Rowrah, then just a 20-minute walk or 10-minute bike ride back down the line. The 140-mile C2C runs from Whitehaven to Sunderland attracts over 15,000 people on foot or by bicycle each year and is part of Sustrans’ National Cycle Network. Find out more about the Tracks of t...

Artworks and art trails on the National Cycle Network

... artwork and also visit the grave of Rob Roy. At Lochearnhead, you can go under the bridge and see artworks including Ewen the Westie. Consett and Sunderland Railway Path This route contains many artworks relating to the region’s industrial heritage. Tony Cragg’s Terris Novalis is a 6m-high enginee...

Where to hire bikes on the National Cycle Network

... and children’s cycling kit, plus a range of adaptive bikes, from four-wheeled tandems to hand cranked tricycles.   Darke Cycles near the Consett and Sunderland Railway Path, National Route 7, Durham The 24-mile Consett & Sunderland Railway Path has plenty to see along the route, including giant rob...

Starting the year car-free: Mara's story

... their own ideas, and has been exhibited nationally and internationally. She was awarded an MA in Photography with Distinction by the University of Sunderland in 2016. There are so many aspects of our modern society that are all wrapped up in our love affair with the internal combustion engine. As a...

17 brilliant beer gardens to find on the National Cycle Network

... whatever the season, and savour a pint of Master Brew from Britain’s oldest beer makers, Shepherd Neame. The Jolly Drovers, Leadgate, Consett & Sunderland Railway Path Along a traffic-free shared path through Leadgate you’ll find the Jolly Drovers. This friendly and lively pub offers great service...

Our top 10 challenging rides

... the UK and takes you all the way from Irish Sea to the North Sea. You can start at either Whitehaven or Workington and then travel to Newcastle or Sunderland. 3. Way of the Roses Distance: 171 miles A spectacular coast to coast cycle route passing through both the red rose county of Lancashire and...

Our favourite low-traffic walking and cycling routes for summer

... owls. This route follows old railway lines from Barnsley and is mostly traffic-free. Roker Beach to Beamish Beginning on the seafront at Roker in Sunderland, this route travels inland to the pretty village of Beamish. Sights along the way include the mouth of the River Wear, the National Glass Cen...