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Cycling in Lowlands
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There are two reasons why towpath cycling is such a great way to get around the Lowlands.
For one thing, canal towpaths cross some of the most stunning scenery Scotland has to offer; for the other, they are (almost) entirely flat.
The towpaths of the Forth & Clyde were restored with cycling in mind. Pedal from Dalmuir to Bowland – and then continue along the [Glasgow to Loch Lomond cycleway and explore the network of nearby forest trails. If this sounds far too energetic, you can hire your bikes from Luss and take a relaxing ride along the purpose-built cycle path north to Firkin Point and Tarbet. Alternatively, head south to the shores of Loch Lomond.
The River Tay winds through stunning scenery and interesting woodlands, and cycling along it will no doubt take your breath away. A section of the National Cycle Network follows the route of the Tay.
Cycling routes
- Bathgate 28 mile Cycle Tour »
- Cycling the Cheshire Cycleway »
- Cycling from Edinburgh to The Falkirk Wheel »
- Penrith to Langwathby »
- Solway Firth Coastline »
- Linlithgow 25 mile Cycle Route »
- Linlithgow to Blackness Castle »
- Stanhope Circular Route Four »
- Stanhope Circular Route One »
- Stanhope Circular Route Three »
- Stanhope Circular Route Two »
- The Witchs Trails »
- Laggan Wolftrax »
Towpath Stoppages
Stoppage: Haigh Park Bridge 60
Associated Regional Office: North West WaterwaysTowpath has been closed
UPDATE (12 January 2012): The Planned Work for this location has been delayed & is now rescheduled.
the work will be carried out in 2 phases with phase 1 commencing on 20.02.2012 until 23.03.2012.
Phase 2 should not have any impact on navigation.
(Enquiries: 01923 201120)
Towpath Closure only: Bridge 7D Old Roan Bridge to Bridge 9 Hancocks Swing Bridge, Aintree, Liverpool
Associated Regional Office: North West WaterwaysThe towpath is being reconstructed and closure is required during works in order to ensure the safety of the general public and contractors.
The towpath will be closed between 08.00am & 18.00pm Monday to Friday for approximately 12 weeks.
Temporary boundary fencing and warning signs,‘towpath closed‘ and ‘men at work’ will be used to close off to the public each end of the site and additional access points and loading areas where the Contractor is working.
(Enquiries: 01942405700)
Cycle hire, clubs & services
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BikeTrax »
Address: 7-11 Lochrin Place, Edinburgh, Lowlands EH3 9QX
Tel: 0131 228 6633
Services: Cycle hire
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Bowling Helenslea Moorings »
Address: Customs House, Bowling, Lowlands G60 5AF
Tel: 0141 332 6936
Services: Cycle hire | Moorings | Services for you | Services for your boat
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Bowling Lower Basin Moorings »
Address: Customs House, Bowling, Lowlands G60 5AF
Tel: 0141 332 6936
Services: Cycle hire | Moorings | Services for you | Services for your boat
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Bowling Upper Basin Moorings »
Address: Customs House, Bowling, Lowlands G60 5AF
Tel: 0141 332 6936
Services: Cycle hire | Moorings | Services for you | Services for your boat
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Outdoor Trax »
Address: Auchinstarry Marina, Kilsyth, Lowlands G65 9SG
Tel: 01236 821275
Services: Leisure attraction | Canoe hire | Cycle hire
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