Cycle Routes in Suffolk

Area: Brecks
Location: Moulton
Duration: 2-4 hours each circuit

A landscape of rolling chalk valleys, pockets of ancient woodland, seasonal streams and picture perfect clusters of thatched lime-washed cottages – the area between Newmarket and Bury St Edmunds is special in so many ways.

Follow three circuits of 8-9 miles each between the villages of Moulton, Gazeley and Barrow.

Area: Coast and Villages
Location: Holbrook

Enjoy the tranquillity of Alton Reservoir, see the sights of the reservoir and wildlife from the vantage point of a bicycle saddle, bring your own or hire one. Explore the nature trail with its woodland ponds and bird hide on the south shore.

Area: Woodlands and Valleys
Location: Eye
Duration: Day Ride

Eye is an ideal base for exploring North Suffolk. You are never far from quaint villages, countryside amenities and many places of inerest. Explore the rich architectural history of Eye by following the Town Trail Walk, then go further afield by bicycle, using these cycle routes which have been designed to capture the essence of rural Sufoflk. Download our leaflet for details of these 9, 18 and 21 mile routes.

Area: Brecks
Location: Brandon
Duration: Half day ride

Thetford Forest with its many cycle tracks is a brillant place for off-road cycling. With something for everyone from beginners to die-hard experts. For the beginners green trail you only need to be able to ride a bike to enjoy this gentley sloping route, for the dies-hards there is the adrenalin rush of the black trail with its hills, thrills, bumps and bruises.

Area: Woodlands and Valleys
Location: South Suffolk

The Cycle South Suffolk route will take you through some of the prettiest countryside in Suffolk. The route is designed for the leisure cyclist and is made up of six circular routes of varying lengths. These can be cycled individually or you can take whichever bits you like to make a longer ride. The whole route is signposted so you shouldn't get lost!