Get Ryedale Cycling Forum

Welcome to Get Ryedale Cycling Forum and our website; bringing you cycling news, resources and campaigns, in the Ryedale area of North Yorkshire.

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Road biking on Kildale Moor - Credit Russell Burton

Get Involved!

The Forum is attended by local cyclists, cycle shops, environmental groups, Parish Councils & town or village groups, the North York Moors National Park, Sustrans, North Yorkshire Council, Highways England, and the Forestry England. Sign up for updates.

Get Ryedale Cycling Forum

Better Cycling Routes for Everyone

By collaborating with the Ryedale Environment Group's Paths for Everyone initiative, and Parish Councils, we facilitate grants and fundraising efforts to develop safer cycling routes. Our commitment extends to engaging landowners in conversations to improve existing pathways. We also work with the Highways and Countryside Access departments of North Yorkshire Council. 

Collaborative efforts for better cycling infrastructure

Together we can encourage and enable cycling for all ages and abilities. The Forum encourages joint working, involving North Yorkshire Council, Parish and Town Councils, path users, wildlife groups, property developers, Forestry England, and others.

Join us in making cycling safer

Your involvement can make a significant difference. Find out here about how to support cycle routes in planning applications. Find out here about safety advice for cyclists. If you hear of any planning consultations or safety events coming up, please contact us, so we can help to spread the word. 

Fundraising for new routes and for path keeping

Every contribution helps to build a better network. The Forum shares funding directories and helps to raise funds for new routes and in support of Path Keeper Agreements for permissive routes. For more information about path keepers and some relevant documents please see path keeping page.

Your Journey to Safe and Scenic Cycling

Safer Cycling

Safer cycling for all - we work closely with Ryedale Environment Group's Paths for Everyone, enabling grants, fundraising and landowner conversations, to install safer routes, or improve existing ones.

Safer cycling not only protects riders but also encourages more people to take up cycling as a sustainable mode of transport. Our forum's initiatives are paving the way for improved routes and a stronger cycling community.

Bike race starting - credit Mick Kirkman
Connect

Join Our Path Keeper Groups!

Be a part of something bigger by joining our Path Keeper groups. Together, we can create and maintain vital wildlife corridors that benefit both nature and our cycling community.

Children cyclists departing on a ride

Why Start or Join a Group?

Starting or joining a group empowers you to make a tangible difference in your local environment.

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Benefits of Being a Path Keeper

As a Path Keeper, you’ll enjoy community support and the satisfaction of enhancing local cycling routes.

Helmsley Railbed

Get Involved with Wildlife Corridors

Join us in protecting local wildlife habitats while promoting safer cycling paths.

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Discover Essential Cycling Resources & The Forum

Our cycling maps, apps, and routes are designed to enhance your cycling experience in Ryedale. Whether you're a seasoned cyclist or just starting out, our resources will guide you on your journey.

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Contact the Ryedale Cycle Forum

We'd love to hear from you!

Phone

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+44 (0) 7827 315 131