Depending on how confident and fit a cyclist you are, there are a range of destinations that can be accessed by bike from Branston.
A bike ride into Burton-on-Trent will take less than 20-minutes at an average pace, meaning that most day-to-day local facilities, services and destinations can easily be reached on two wheels. This includes the train station, where secure and sheltered cycle parking is available, perfect for longer journeys.
On the doorstep of your new home, National Cycle Route 54 (NCN) runs along Main Street and locally provides a connection to Lichfield and Burton-on-Trent. Further afield this cycle route also runs through the Peak District!
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.
Cycle Streets is a handy website that allows you to plan your journey. Simply enter your start and end points and away you go!
Why cycle?
Cycling is rapidly growing in popularity, however, it has always 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 a significant benefit to the environment and local community, helping to take cars off the road and reduce pollution and 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.