The Coast to Coast Cycle Route

A guidebook to cycling the 220km (137 mile) Coast to Coast (C2C) cycle route from either Whitehaven or Workington to Tynemouth or Sunderland. This long-distance cycle through the Lake District, Pennines and County Durham is suitable for both first-time and experienced long-distance cyclists and can be cycled in 3 days. Presented as a 3-day itinerary with daily stages between 64-84km (40-52 miles) in length. Alternate itineraries are also provided. Route passes Keswick, Greystoke, Penrith, Renwick, Garrigill, Nenthead, Allenheads, Alston, Newcastle. Route is described west-east but a summary description is also provided for those wanting to cycle in the opposite direction. 1:100,000 maps are included for each stage. GPX files available to download. Trek planner gives detailed information about accommodation, refreshments and facilities along the route.