cycle route North 13 Circular Route A long distance circular cycle rideUnit of around 50 Extensive tracts of woodland and heathland serve miles through ’s ideal cycling as valuable habitats for a rich variety of wildlife, country. and sites rich in history tell the tale of North Lincolnshire’s development from Roman times to The route takes in the gently rolling wolds, the the present day. For those of you who wish to level carrs of the Ancholme Valley, the soft explore the many side lanes and by-ways off the limestone of the Lincolnshire Edge, riverside copies main route, we recommend you include the villages on the banks of the Trent and the Ordnance Survey 1:50,000 Landranger map of Lincolnshire Cover Sands, which can be seen in and area as part of your equipment. eerie movement in times of high wind.

Spectacular views over the Trent and Ancholme valleys reveal a patchwork of fields sprinkled with heritage sites and villages which nestle at the foot of chalk hills. On the northern section, the world- famous Bridge can be seen spanning one of ’sCouncil mightiest estuaries. In the two printed very short off-road stretches, it may be advisable Safety Advice to dismount and walk; elsewhere, away from the

© Lee Beel Publicationslarger towns and villages, road traffic is moderate. ° Make sure your bike is safe to ride. - ° Ride positively and with confidence. Riding in the gutter for Beel Lee © only increases the risk – you encourage drivers to pass when it is not appropriate.

° The Highway Code applies to cyclists as well as other road Lincs users. Do not ignore road signs and traffic lights. Do not ride on pavements.

° Wear suitable clothing; ideally it should be highly visible. N. ° Wear a cycle helmet – this could save your life. contact ° Let drivers know what you are going to do and check that it is safe for you to do it.

° Concentrate at all times and be particularly careful when you come across hazards. cycle North Lincolnshire route Circular Humber Julian’s Bower West Halton

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