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The Coast to Coast Cycle Route
Whitehaven or Workington to Tynemouth or Sunderland
ISBN
9781786311184
Availability
Published
Published
16 Mar 2023
Edition
First
Pages
128
Size
17.20 x 11.60 x .65cm
Weight
160g
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Guidebook to cycling the Sustrans Coast to Coast Cycle Route across the north of England, from Whitehaven or Workington to Newcastle or Sunderland, passing through the northern Lake District, the Pennines and County Durham. The 137 mile route is presented in 3 stages, with alternative start and finish stages, and is suitable for all bikes.
Seasons
Best from April to October, but possible out of season.Centres
Whitehaven, Workington, Loweswater, Lorton, Keswick, Threlkeld, Mungrisdale, Greystoke, Penrith, Renwick, Garrigill, Nenthead, Allenheads, Rookhope, Consett, Sunderland, Gateshead, Tynemouth. Alston on an alternative route.Difficulty
The C2C is a challenging and rewarding ride with plenty of ups and downs - particularly in the route's outstanding middle section - that is nonetheless well within the capabilities of most cyclists. A 3-day itinerary will be the perfect trip for many regular road cyclists riding around 45 miles per day. A number of alternative off-road options are included, while both more leisurely and more challenging itineraries are also described.Must See
The original and classic C2C route from Whitehaven or Workington to Tynemouth or Sunderland. Crosses the Lake District National Park and the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Includes famous rewarding climbs over Whinlatter, Hartside Top and Black Hill.ISBN
9781786311184
Availability
Published
Published
16 Mar 2023
Edition
First
Pages
128
Size
17.20 x 11.60 x .65cm
Weight
160g
Delivery & Returns
Free Royal Mail 48 postage on UK orders. European postage is £3.50 per item. Worldwide postage is £5.50 per item. If you're not happy with your purchase for any reason, we'll give you a full refund.
More information...
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Overview
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A guidebook to cycling the 220km (137 mile) Coast to Coast (C2C) cycle route from either Whitehaven or Workington to Tynemouth or Sunderland. This long-distance cycle through the Lake District, Pennines and County Durham is suitable for both first-time and experienced long-distance cyclists and can be cycled in 3 days.
- Presented as a 3-day itinerary with daily stages between 64-84km (40-52 miles) in length. Alternate itineraries are also provided
- Route passes Keswick, Greystoke, Penrith, Renwick, Garrigill, Nenthead, Allenheads, Alston, Newcastle
- Route is described west-east but a summary description is also provided for those wanting to cycle in the opposite direction
- 1:100,000 maps are included for each stage
- GPX files available to download
- Trek planner gives detailed information about accommodation, refreshments and facilities along the route
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Table of Contents
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CONTENTS
Map key
Overview map
Route summary tables
Introduction
Why choose the C2C?
How tough is the ride?
How many days?
Where to start and where to end
West to east or east to west?
What kind of bicycle?
Unsurfaced off-road options
Getting there and back
Where to stay
Before setting off on your bike
Equipment
Carrying your gear
What to wear
Maps and apps
Signage
Using this guide
The C2C
Day 1 Whitehaven to Greystoke
Day 1A Workington to Greystoke
Day 2 Greystoke to Allenheads
Day 3 Allenheads to Tynemouth
Day 3A Allenheads to Sunderland
Appendix A Accommodation
Appendix B Bike shops and other useful contacts
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Updates
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We do not yet have any updates available for this book
We are always grateful to readers for information about any discrepancies between a guidebook and the facts on the ground. If you would like to send some information to us then please use our contact form. They will be published here following review by the author(s).
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Rachel Crolla is an outdoors all-rounder who loves hiking, biking, scrambling and climbing. Rachel is an outdoors writer and photographer who is also trained as a journalist and teacher. She has hiked and climbed across the UK, Europe and the USA. In 2007 Rachel became the first woman to reach the summit of every country in Europe, and co-wrote the Cicerone guide book Europe’s High Points soon afterwards. She is passionate about enthusing the next generation of hikers and cyclists with a love of the outdoors.
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