Cycling
Imagine cycling along the river, with the wind in your hair, waving to passing boaters in the unspoilt Lincolnshire countryside.
Well stop imagining and dust off your bike! With quiet lanes and plenty of places to stop for refreshments Lincolnshire is a perfect place to enjoy cycling in the countryside.
Although there is no consistent tow path that follows the course of the River Ancholme the river does have a network of footpaths that follow close by.
For a list of cycling leaflets, books and maps covering the Ancholme, visit www.sustrans.org.uk or call 0845 113 0065.
Rules when cycling by the River Ancholme
It’s great fun to cycle along the Ancholme, but don’t forget that there are some rules that you should follow to make it enjoyable for you and others.
- Walkers always have priority on footpaths by the river, so please be thoughtful to others. Use a bell and ring it twice when approaching a walker. Be aware that some people may have hearing problems and may not hear your bell.
- The towpath isn’t suitable for cycling fast. If you are in a hurry, use an alternative route.
- Extra care should be taken when passing less able people, children and animals.
- There may be places where cycling is banned – the best rule is that unless there are signs or barriers preventing cycling, you can assume that it’s permitted.