Cycling
Market Drayton is a fantastic place to explore by bike, with scenic cycling routes, quiet country lanes, and picturesque countryside waiting to be discovered. Whether you’re a seasoned cyclist, a weekend rider, or simply looking to enjoy some fresh air on two wheels, there’s a route to suit every ability. From gentle riverside rides to longer countryside loops through rolling Shropshire landscapes, cycling in and around Market Drayton is a great way to stay active while taking in the beauty of the area at your own pace.
Cycling Guides
If you’re looking to explore Market Drayton by bike, there are a number of cycling guides available to help you get started. Whether you’re an experienced cyclist or just getting into riding, they make it easy to discover everything the area has to offer on two wheels and at your own pace.
Market Drayton Cycle Rides Route 1: To Tyrley Locks
A short, easy six mile cycle route including some cycling on busy roads. This route crosses the Shropshire Union Canal at the pretty Tyrley Locks and gives you the option of returning to Market Drayton along the towpath.
🔗 More information: Shropshire’s Great Outdoors
Market Drayton Cycle Rides Route 2: Cheswardine, Bishops Offley & Cop Mere
A brilliant 24 miles cycle ride around quiet country lanes. Easy cycling with a few short steep hills. The whole route will take you through the spectacular Bishop’s Offley and pretty Cop Mere. A 16 mile option is also available.
🔗 More information: Shropshire’s Great Outdoors
Market Drayton Cycle Rides Route 2: Cheswardine, Bishops Offley, Cop Mere
A brilliant 16 miles cycle ride around quiet country lanes. Easy cycling with a few short steep hills. The whole route will take you through the spectacular Bishop’s Offley and pretty Cop Mere. There is a short cut back through Cheswardine and also along the Shropshire Union Canal. A 24 mile option is also available.
🔗 More information: Shropshire’s Great Outdoors
Market Drayton Cycle Rides Route 3: Across the River Tern to Hodnet
An interesting 16 mile cycle route taking in Tern Hill Airfield and Old Colehurst Manor as well as the pretty villages of Stoke on Tern, Wollerton and Hodnet. Easy cycling but with some cycling on busy roads.
🔗 More information: Shropshire’s Great Outdoors
Market Drayton Cycle Rides Route 4: Audlem; around Cheshire
A fantastic 19 mile circular cycle route taking in beautiful countryside and pretty villages including the canalside village of Audlem. This route is suitable for more experienced cyclists, following roads that can be busy at times and offers an option to use the towpath to enter Audlem.
🔗 More information: Shropshire’s Great Outdoors
Shropshire Cycleway: North East (Wrekin, Whitchurch, Telford)
This 33 mile linear route between Whitchurch and Telford is a great journey for those wishing to take in industrial heritage and beautiful landscapes.
🔗 More information: Shropshire’s Great Outdoors
Market Drayon Picnic Area
Market Drayton Picnic area is a mixture of parkland, trees, marsh and pools on the banks of the River Tern just south of the centre of Market Drayton. The parkland is an ideal spot for a picnic, flying a kite or kicking a ball around while the pools and marshland support a variety of wildlife.
🔗 More information: Shropshire’s Great Outdoors
Market Drayton’s cycling routes offer a simple and enjoyable way to stay active while enjoying the outdoors. Whether you’re riding along quiet country lanes, joining a local cycling group, or exploring the town and surrounding countryside on two wheels, there’s a route to suit every ability and interest.
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Make It Market Drayton is a community-driven website created by Digital Online Brand CIC, a local charitable company dedicated to supporting businesses in Market Drayton. Our mission is to provide affordable website and marketing services, along with training opportunities, to help local businesses thrive. If you’re a local business looking for support, get in touch—we’d love to help!