Big Rides: Great Britain & Ireland: 25 of the best long-distance road cycling, gravel and mountain biking routes

Big Rides: Great Britain & Ireland is your go‑to guide for the most iconic long‑distance cycling adventures across England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland and Ireland — with a couple of bonus hops over to Northern France for good measure.

Inside, you’ll find 25 epic routes that show off the very best of Britain on two wheels. Road riders can cruise the Way of the Roses or sweep along Scotland’s Atlantic edge on the Hebridean Way. Off‑road fans get classics like the Coast to Coast (C2C) and King Alfred’s Way, while mountain bikers can test themselves on Sarn Helen or the legendary Highland Trail 550. And if you’re dreaming of coastal escapes, there’s the Wild Atlantic Way in Ireland and the Tour de Manche from the Jurassic Coast to Normandy.

Like all Vertebrate Publishing’s Big Rides guides, this book is built to inspire proper adventures. You get clear overviews, technical details, maps, key info, stunning photography and realistic timings so you can plan your ride at your own pace — whether you’re meandering with mates or racing the daylight.

If you’re ready to explore further, push your limits or just discover new corners of Britain and Ireland by bike, this guide has everything you need to get rolling.