Getting Around The Local Area By Bike

Depending on how confident and fit a cyclist you are, there are a range of destinations that can be accessed by bike from the new homes at Liberty Gate.

RAF Lakenheath is just a short cycle ride away, along Eriswell Road, whilst a cycle ride to RAF Mildenhall will also take less than 30-minutes by bike. Cycling could, therefore, be a great travel choice if you work at or visiting one of the local air force bases.

If you like cycling more for leisure purposes, there are a series of routes to explore at nearby High Lodge. With routes of varying lengths and difficulties, there is something for the whole family to enjoy. There is also bike hire available, find out more here.

For more information on cycling locally visit our useful cycling guides and resources page.

Planning a Journey by Bike

If you are unfamiliar with the local area and looking to plan a route by bike, an online route planner can be a really useful tool to use. You can enter your journey start point and end point and the route planner will display a number of route options on a handy map. Alongside easy to follow directions it will tell you how far the journey is, how long it will take, and even how hilly it is.

Cycle Streets is a handy website that allows you to plan your journey. Simply enter your start and end points and away you go!

Why cycle?

Cycling is rapidly growing in popularity, and has for many people become an essential travel option. Cycling has always, however, been a great way to travel around for those able to do so. It offers many personal benefits, such as improved health and cost savings. It also offers significant benefit to the environment and local community, helping to take cars off the road, reducing pollution and reducing congestion.

Cycling can also be a great commuter travel option. If you’re new to cycling or aren’t really sure where to starting with your cycle-commute then check out some of our handy guidance on buying a commuter bike, commuting by bike whatever the weather and the benefits of choosing to travel actively.