Discover Milton Keynes

Heritage Cycle Trails

During 2007, Milton Keynes launched the first three Heritage Cycle Trails that allow visitors to take in a different view of the city. Milton Keynes has a system of redways which extend nearly 300kms around the city's parks, lakes and rivers. The Heritage Cycle Trails all start from Willen Lake but can be joined at any point on the route. They explore some of the interesting outdoor areas that Milton Keynes has to offer including pretty villages, sculptures, historic buildings and loads more.

Trail A - Milton Keynes Circular
Length: Approx. 10 miles
Duration: 5 hours
This trail takes you to some of the most historical sites within Milton Keynes including Bradwell Abbey and the Roman Villa site at Bancroft Park. You also get to meet Milton Keynes' most famous residents - The Concrete Cows. There are plenty of opportunities to stop for some refreshments at some of the many traditional pubs along the way.
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Trail B - Newport Pagnell & North East Milton Keynes Circular
Length: Approx. 10 miles
Duration: 3.5 hours
This trail takes you to the market town of Newport Pagnell where you will see the Aston Martin factory and cross over the oldest iron bridge in the UK still in regular use.  You can stop and do some shopping in some of the small traditional shops in Tickford Arcade and then have a bite to eat in one of the many pubs or restaurants in the town. On the way back you can visit the Peace Pagoda at Willen Lake or explore the Circle of Hearts Medicine Wheel built in 2000.
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Trail C - Ouzel Valley Circular
Length: Approx. 10 miles
Duration: 3.5 hours
This trail takes you out of Willen Lake through the original Milton Keynes Village and then to the River Ouzel. You then cycle along the river bank through the medieval village of Woughton-on-the-Green and on to the picturesque Caldecotte Lake. Dobbies Garden World is on this route for a spot of retail therapy or just a quick cup of tea, before moving on to Fenny Lock.
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If these Heritage trails prove successful there are plans to launch more trails covering the rest of the city. We would really appreciate any feedback you have, so please download the feedback form by clicking here.

For more information on the Heritage Cycle Trails you can visit www.mkheritageopendays.com or email heritage@milton-keynes.gov.uk.