Tyne & Wear Cycle Map

We are improving the National Cycle Network to make it more accessible for everyone. As part of our Paths for Everyone vision, some sections of the Network have been removed or reclassified. There may be sections within these maps that are no longer part of the Network. These sections are likely to be on busier roads and will suit more experienced cyclists.

Tyne & Wear Cycle Map

This area map shows the National Cycle Network and local routes in this area. It covers the Tyne and Wear and south Northumberland region in the north east of England, including Newcastle upon Tyne, Gateshead, Sunderland, Chester-le-street, Consett and Hexham.

This pocket-sized colour map shows clearly mapped on-road and traffic-free paths, easy to read contours, and detailed inset maps for the major towns and cities as well as recommended linking routes connecting the NCN with quiet roads. The map also features 5 day rides with directions and a description of the area, highlighting key cycle routes, local history and places of interest.

Please see our interactive map key for UK coverage of our pocket cycle map series.

Major cycle routes covered by this map:

• National Route 1 between Seaham and Alnmouth. This route is part of the North Sea Cycle Route. The Coast and Castles South long-distance ride starts in Newcastle and follows National Route 1.
• National Route 7 between Nenthead and Sunderland. This is part of the Sea to Sea (C2C) long-distance ride.
• National Route 10 between Kielder Water and North Shields. This makes up part of the Reivers Route long-distance ride.
• National Route 14 between Durham and South Shields via Consett, Newcastle upon Tyne and Gateshead.
• National Route 68 between Alston and Alnham via Haltwhistle. This makes up part of the Pennine Cycleway long-distance cycle route.
• National Route 72 between Gilsland and Willington. This makes up part of the Hadrian’s Cycleway.
• Route 155 between Morpeth and Newbiggin-by-the-Sea
• Route 725 between Gateshead and Chester-le-Street

Publisher: Sustrans

Published: July 2019

Scale: 1:110,000

Size: 10 x 15 cm folded, 60 x 80 cm unfolded

Printed on water and tear-resistant Polyart recycleable paper, category 2 HDPE