Depending on how confident and fit a cyclist you are, there are a range of destinations that can be accessed by bike from your new home.
Killingworth Centre can be reached in under 5 minutes, where a number of amenities can be accessed. Palmersville Metro Station and Northumberland Park Metro Station can also be cycled to in just over 10 minutes, although as the development progresses and further accesses are opened, this journey time will reduce.
If you’re after a more leisurely ride, there are plenty of trails and spaces that you can take advantage of close by. The Seaton Burn Waggonway network passes right past the new homes at Western Grange, providing a mostly flat path making it accessible for all abilities. Built on old railway and colliery lines, the Waggonways offer a mix of countryside, urban scenery and historical sites.
The National Cycle Network (NCN) Route 10 passes across the north east of the development along Killingworth Lane. It forms part of the long-distance designated cycle route that spans the width of the country, from North Shields all the way to Cockermouth. The section through Killingworth follows old waggonways and quiet roads, making it ideal for all levels of ability.
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.
The City Connect Journey Planner also allows you to plan your journey from A to B. Simply enter your start and finish points and away you go!
Why cycle?
Cycling is rapidly growing in popularity, and 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 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.