Depending on how confident and fit a cyclist you are, there are a range of destinations that can be accessed by bike from Greetwell Fields.
Lincoln city centre can be accessed in around a 15-minute cycle; where a range of shops, restaurants and other facilities can be accessed. You can also get to Lincoln train station in just over 15 minutes, so why not cycle as part of your commute or wider journey? More locally, a ride to the Carlton Centre will take around 5-minutes by bike, providing quick and easy access to wide range of retail stores.
Many of the roads in the vicinity of Greetwell Fields have off-road cycle paths, which form part of the wider network of on and off-road cycle tracks around Lincoln. You can see cycle maps of the local area on our useful cycling guide and resources page.
National Cycle Network (NCN) route 1 can also be reached in under 10 minutes, by cycling along the A15. Route 1 is a fantastic route, passing some of the UK’s most stunning scenery, running in sections from Dover up to the Highlands of Scotland. Locally, it runs along the River Witham and connects Lincoln with Market Rasen, Boston and more!
From Lincoln City Centre you can also access route 64 of the NCN, which connects to Newark-on-Trent.
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!
In addition to online route planners there are also a range of cycle maps available – check out our useful guides and resources for cycling in and around Lincoln.
Why cycle?
Cycling is rapidly growing in popularity, and through the CV19 pandemic has for many people become an essential travel option. Cycling has always, however, 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 benefit 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 starting 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.