Days Out

Weekend rides

Find somewhere to cycle this weekend. Here’s our route-planner’s top picks around Machen:

Caerphilly Castle · 5mi one-way
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Blaenavon Ironworks · 48mi round-trip
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Caerleon Amphitheatre, Barracks and Baths · 24mi round-trip
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National Cycle Network

Cycle routes in Machen

The National Cycle Network is a great way to find traffic-free routes and quiet lanes. These routes pass through Machen:

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To Chepstow, Newport / Casnewydd, Caerphilly, Pontypridd, Bridgend, Port Talbot, Swansea / Abertawe, Gorseinon, Llanelli, Burry Port, Kidwelly / Cydweli, Carmarthen (Caerfyrddin), Tenby, Pembroke, Haverfordwest, St David'S, Fishguard and Goodwick.

Knowledge

Share your tips for cycling in Machen

What are the roads like? Which are the most cycle-friendly cafés? Where’s your favourite place for a Saturday afternoon spin? Share your knowledge with other local cyclists.

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River Rhone becomes latest Euro route

Tuesday 22 March · 2

The Rhone Cycle Route, a 1,100km tour beside the river through Switzerland and France, has been anointed as the newest member of the EuroVelo route network. The designation as EuroVelo route…

Coming soon: red lights that turn green for bikes

Wednesday 17 February

Traffic signals in Austin, Texas, are to respond to approaching cyclists by staying green for longer. An innovation being piloted by the city will encourage cyclists to use a dedicated…