Leicester City Centre Cycle Route

A mostly traffic free route along National Cycle Route 6 from Everards Meadows to Leicester City Centre.

Download the leaflet here: Leicester City Cycle Route

Route Highlights:

• Easy
• Mostly cycle paths
• Distance: 10 miles round trip
• Time: 30-40 minutes one way

Locations:

Everards Meadows: Open green space with Everards Beer Hall and Jenno’s Coffee Shop.

Great Central Way: A traffic-free former railway line - ideal for relaxed cycling.

Aylestone Meadows: A peaceful riverside nature reserve with wide, traffic-free cycle paths close to the
city centre.

Leicester City Centre: A vibrant mix of historic landmarks, independent shops, a lively market and modern eateries.

King Richard III Visitor Centre: An award-winning museum telling the story of Richard III’s life, death and
rediscovery.

Jewry Wall: The remains of one of Britain’s largest Roman bathhouses, revealing
Leicester’s Roman past.

New Walk Museum & Art Gallery: Leicester’s main museum, featuring art, natural history and Ancient Egyptian collections.

Cycle Hire

If you’re visiting Blaby District without a bike, you can still enjoy local trails and routes by hiring one from Specialized Leicester at Everards Meadows. Bikes for all ages and abilities are available. With ample parking and direct access to the Great Central Way, it’s easy to ditch the car. Pre-book in store, by phone, or online.

Tel: 0116 344 0200 or visit the Specialized website.