Depending on how confident and fit a cyclist you are, there are a range of destinations that can be accessed by bike from Bentley Gardens at Basildon.
The Laindon to Basildon cycle path provides an easy, mostly flat route for commuters or anyone looking to cycle between the two areas. it’s convenient for cyclists who want a straightforward, traffic-free ride through residential neighbourhoods.
For more leisurely rides, you’re ideally located to take advantage of the scenic countryside. Langdon Hills Country Park is ideal for mountain biking and offers several trails through woodlands and hilly terrains. the trails vary in difficulty, so both beginners and more experienced cyclists can enjoy the area. The elevated sections also provide stunning views of the Thames Estuary.
There are also two National Cycle Network (NCN) routes that can be accessed close by to the new Bloor homes – routes 13 and 16. Connecting London to Dereham in Norfolk, NCN Route 13 is a scenic and diverse route including both rural countryside and urban sections, making it ideal for riders looking to experience a mix of environments along the way. Route 16 is a scenic route that connects Basildon with Harlow and Bishop’s Stortford. This route is perfect for a day trip or a leisurely weekend ride, with a relatively short distance that’s manageable for most cyclists.
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 has always 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 benefits 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 start 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.
Local Cycle Stores
If you’re looking for a local cycle retailer, either to purchase a new bike, seek some advice or book in for a service, try out the following:
Essex Bicycles – essexbicycles.com
Halfords – halfords.com/Basildon
Cycle King – cycleking.co.uk
Corringham Cycles – corringhamcycles.uk