New cycle map launched to help people explore and enjoy the ride
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A new cycle map has been created by Hull City Council to promote the benefits of cycling and help residents plan a journey by bike, whether it is for leisure, commuting to school or work or for making short trips, such as errands or visiting family and friends locally.
The city has an expanding network of on-road cycle lanes, off-road cycle tracks, quiet streets and open spaces, which provide the perfect opportunity to choose quicker, more convenient and cost-effective modes of travel, such as cycling.
The new map includes:
An overall view of the city’s cycle network and links to surrounding towns and villages, including route types, safety and traffic information, cycling facilities and public services and landmarks
A city centre pull-out
Some of the environmental and health and wellbeing benefits of cycling
Where to find cycling services and support in Hull
Ten recommended routes.
Councillor Mark Ieronimo, cabinet portfolio holder for transport and infrastructure at Hull City Council, said: “Residents tell us they want to cycle more, and our job is to make that easier and safer. People need routes they can trust and support they can access, whether they’re new to cycling or getting back on their bikes.
“Across the city we’re improving infrastructure and delivering a core cycling offer with our partners – from free training for young people and adults, to discounted repairs and refurbished bikes, to regular cycle‑marking events with the police to help deter theft.
“This new cycle map brings all of that together. It gives people clear, well‑connected routes and shows where to find the services that make cycling simple and enjoyable. It’s another practical step towards a cleaner, greener and healthier Hull.”
The map has been made possible thanks to the support and expertise of members of the Hull City Cycle Forum.
Kate Buurman is a local resident who works for the Sewell Group, one the city’s most prominent employers who are enrolled on Hull’s Modeshift STARS Business Programme and have been recognised nationally for their efforts in promoting active and sustainable travel and reducing single-occupancy car journeys.
She said: “I cycle for both commuting and leisure in Hull because it’s a simple, sustainable way to get around while clearing my head and enjoying the city.
“The new cycle map will make it much easier to find well-connected routes, helping more people feel confident cycling across Hull.”
To download a copy of the map, visit: travel.hull.gov.uk/cycling
Alternatively, printed copies of the map are available to pick up for free from various council buildings, including libraries, leisure centres, tourist information points and customer service centres.
City’s core cycle offer
Rusty Riders
A free cycle training course, funded by the council, for adults who wish to brush up on their skills.
The two-and-a-half-hour sessions, delivered by qualified instructors, are designed for those returning to cycling by preparing them to cycle safely and confidently on Hull’s roads.
Sessions take place on Saturday mornings at locations around the city, including the Hull History Centre, East Park and Pearson Park.
Participation in the programme continues to grow. In 2025/26, 95 people took part - up from 81 in 2024/25 and 29 in 2023/24.
Rusty Riders has also seen a steady year-on-year increase in female participants as well as more people over 50.
R-evolution
A local charity appointed by the council to operate a cycle hub from Trinity Market to help support the city’s ambition to be cleaner, greener and healthier.
Whether exploring the city, riding for leisure, commuting or shopping, the popular hub is there for all your cycling needs and continues to grow.
Last year, the number of people using the hub’s free, secure indoor cycle parking increased by 23 per cent.
The number of cycles maintained, including free, goodwill repairs increased 25 per cent and interactions with members of the public rose by 14 per cent.
R-evolution also accepted almost double the number of donations of cycles, which have been fully refurbished by the charity’s trained mechanics for resale at affordable prices.
In addition to the cycle hub at Trinity Market, R-evolution also operates the Bike Hub at the University of Hull and a new training centre in Bransholme.
Ennerdale cycle circuit
The region’s only all-weather 1km circuit is designed to provide cyclists of all levels, from beginner to elite, with an environment to go cycling.
The circuit offers a range of loops and straights so that people can practice skill, power and endurance and is fenced with good street-level lighting.
The circuit is available throughout the year, including evenings.
Being away from the main commuter roads, cyclists can ride with confidence in a safe, traffic-free environment.
Volunteer ride leaders from British Cycling also host fortnightly guided ride sessions on Wednesday evenings, from 6.30pm.
Bikeability
Bikeability is the Government’s national cycle training programme, which helps children in Year 6 learn practical skills and understand how to cycle on today’s roads.
The council is responsible for the full delivery of all Bikeability training in the city and has continued to take additional steps to reduce cancellations and increase participation, including the rollout of training to all primary schools, catch-up sessions for pupils and support for children in Hull who are home educated.
Hull was recently confirmed as the top place in the country for the delivery of Bikeability for a second year by The Bikeability Trust.
Between April 2025 and March 2026, 87 per cent of Year 6 pupils in the city received either Level 1 or 2 Bikeability training (2,958 children in total), putting Hull joint first in England alongside Herefordshire Council.
Find out more at: Travel.Hull.Gov.UK/Cycling