Discover Plymouth and surrounding areas by bike

Jump on your bike to explore Plymouth and beyond
Bicycles
As a student living in the city centre you'll find many places are accessible by bike. 
Whether you're a die hard mountain biker, long distance roadie or simply want to explore the local area, hopping on a bike opens up a whole world of possibility.

Some great places to explore on two wheels

Cycling along route 27, the Plym Valley trail
Plymbridge Woods
Whether it’s as a jumping-off point to explore hidden trails or simply to ride along, this ten-mile traffic-free cycle path is popular with roadies and mountain bikers. It follows the path of an old rail track, climbing through woodland to Dartmoor.
Cyclists rest on Drake's trail whilst overlooking Gem's Bridge
Drake’s Trail
Drake’s Trail offers 21 miles of largely off-road tarmac linking Plymouth with the nearby town of Tavistock. It shares ground with the Plymbridge trail, picking up where it ends in Clearbrook and continuing all the way to Tavistock.
Mountain biking on Dartmoor
Cann Woods
Cann Woods is a hotspot for mountain bikers and is accessible from the city via the Plymbridge Woods cycle path. It offers challenging trails for riders of all skill levels.
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Dartmoor
Few destinations fit the bill better than Dartmoor National Park. It’s not for the faint-hearted – if you’re not cycling uphill, you’re cycling down – but your effort is rewarded with super views.
Students on the Hoe with their bikes.
Getting around by bike
Plymouth is a great place to get around by bike. If you are new to cycling or a regular cyclist, you'll find that cycling gives you that extra freedom to move around the city. For less confident cyclists free cycle training is available in the city.
Cyclists have a well deserved stop at a cafe
Pit stop
Exploring the city by bike will enable you to discover the Barbican, Hoe and Royal William Yard with many opportunities to stop for well deserved refreshments!