Ride Routes
Here you’ll find a selection of the routes we enjoy on our rides, along with photos from some of our wonderful days out. We’re always adding new routes, and the group warmly welcomes suggestions for future rides.
Bicycle Revival is a cycling group that caters to riders of all abilities, so you’ll see a wide range of route distances designed to suit everyone’s pace and experience level.
Whenever possible, we choose to ride along cycle paths, shared paths, Greenways, and gravel tracks, as these help us create the relaxed, easy-going rides we love. Of course, there are times when we need to use the roads, but safety and enjoyment are always our top priorities.
All of our rides start from Chi Café at Phoenix Park in Runcorn. Each week, when the upcoming weekend ride is announced, you’ll be able to view the route map, start point, and start time. A GPX file of the route will also be available to download for anyone who wishes to upload it to their preferred GPS software.
Appleton Resevior Loop
A lovely short and scenic route, we set off from our usual meeting point at Phoenix Park and follow the Bridgewater Canal toward Preston Brook. From there, we join the Cheshire Ringway canal path, taking advantage of Halton’s excellent cycle network as we pass Daresbury Science Park on our way to Moore and up to Appleton Reservoir. Our return journey takes us through the peaceful Moore Nature Reserve and past the historic Norton Priory Museum before heading back home to Phoenix Park.
Duration: 1h 45m | Round trip Distance: 13 miles
Mersey loop
One of our most popular and well-loved routes, the Mersey Loop starts at Phoenix Park and follows the Bridgewater Canal toward Runcorn’s Old Town. From there, we cross the Runcorn-Widnes Bridge and make our way onto Spike Island, continuing along one of Halton’s finest cycle paths beside the St Helens Canal. We often take the chance for a quick refreshment stop at the Ferry Tavern before riding on through Moore Nature Reserve, past the historic Norton Priory Museum, and returning home to Phoenix Park.
Duration: 2h 30m | Round trip Distance: 17 miles
Grappenhall Heys Walled Garden
Grappenhall Heys Walled Garden is a historic walled garden in Grappenhall, Warrington, Cheshire, England. The garden was built by Thomas Parr around 1830 as both a pleasure garden for relaxing strolls and as a kitchen garden to produce fruit, vegetables, and herbs.
Duration: 3h | Round Trip Distance: 20.6 miles
Lymm Dam
Lymm Dam is a scenic man-made lake in Lymm, Warrington, Cheshire. Created in the early 19th century during the construction of a turnpike road, the dam quickly became a focal point of the village. Surrounded by woodland trails and rich wildlife, it offers a peaceful setting for walks, fishing, and nature watching, and remains one of Lymm’s most cherished natural landmarks.
Duration: 2h 45m | Round Trip Distance: 20.9 miles
Sankey valley loop
Sankey Valley Park is a beautiful green space located in Warrington, Cheshire. It follows the course of the historic Sankey Canal which was the first modern canal in England, dating back to 1757. The park combines natural beauty, wildlife habitats, and local history, making it a popular destination for walking, cycling, and family outings.
The area features scenic trails, woodlands, wetlands, and open grasslands, providing a peaceful escape away from the local industrial towns. Information boards and preserved canal structures highlight the region’s industrial heritage, while the park’s diverse wildlife, including birds, butterflies, and aquatic species, makes it an important ecological site.
Duration: 4h | Round Trip Distance: 31.8 miles
Altrincham Market
A welcoming shared space with a variety of vendors offering delicious, high-quality food - the perfect spot to grab a bite and a drink while we rest up for the journey back.
Duration: 4h | Round trip Distance: 32.9 miles
Little Lock Coffee Shop, Middlewich
Canal-side coffee shop with friendly staff serving delicious coffee, breakfast baps, lunchtime snacks and sweet treats
Duration: 4h15m | Round Trip Distance: 34.6 miles
Net's Cafe, Burton, Wirral
Perched on the marshes route from Shotton to Neston, we stop at this lovely café overlooking the Dee Estuary - a favourite among cyclists and walkers. The ride also takes in the National Waterways Museum at Ellesmere Port, historic Hadlow Station, and a return via the picturesque Chester Millennium Greenway.
Duration: 6h | Round Trip Distance: 52.2 miles
Southport Circular
Making the most of Liverpool City Region’s fantastic cycle infrastructure, this route takes in both the Liverpool Loop Line and the Cheshire Lines section of the Trans Pennine Trail. We head to this beautiful seaside town, known for its vibrant mix of independent restaurants, bars, and cultural attractions. With its historic Victorian architecture, iconic Iron Pier, year-round events, and great shopping, there’s always something to enjoy here.
Duration: 7h 30m | Round Trip Distance: 75.5 miles
