This Bay Cycle Way itinerary outlines the cycle route myself, Sarah, Andy S and Mike will be following in autumn 2020. We will be cycling from Barrow-in-Furness to Glasson Dock, all the while hugging Morecambe Bay. 

Sustrans describes the Bay Cycle Way route as ‘a perfect introduction to long-distance cycling. Morecambe Bay is one of the most beautiful stretches of coastline in the UK. As you cycle along the route you’ll be rewarded with incredible views, world-class historic sites and artefacts, traditional food and rare wildlife.’

It has also been referred at as a ‘slow tourism’ route. This isn’t a route with long tough climbs, or exhilarating descents, or even off-road twisting paths. No, that’s simply not what the Bay Cycle Way is about. It is, though, a tour with relaxing, stunning, and slowly shifting sea views, with locally produced food, and with rare birds and animals to spot. Yes, it promises to be a great little cycle tour!

You can view our Bay Cycle Way itinerary below:

Day 1 – Barrow-in-Furness to Ulverston

Travel to Barrow-in-Furness.
Cycle from Barrow-in-Furness to Ulverston (Daily distance: 20 miles – Bay Cycle Way: 22 miles).
Stay at Ulverston Premier Inn, Ulverston.

Day 2 – Ulverston to Arnside

Cycle from Ulverston to Arnside (Daily distance: 34 miles – Bay Cycle Way: 54 miles).
Stay at Ye Olde Fighting Cocks, Arnside.

Day 3 – Arnside to Glasson Dock (and home)

Cycle from Arnside to Glasson Dock and complete Bay Cycle Way.
Then cycle back to Lancaster (Daily distance: 32 miles – Bay Cycle Way: 80 miles), followed by the journey home.