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A new guidebook has been launched which details ten of the best cycle routes in Renfrewshire. The booklet 'Out There on Bikes' includes a variety of cycle routes which have been specifically designed for non-expert cyclists.
The routes include panoramic views of the Clyde, the back roads beyond Bridge of Weir, the hills around Howwood and a route along the rivers Cart and Clyde to Braehead.
The routes include panoramic views of the Clyde, the back roads beyond Bridge of Weir, the hills around Howwood and a route along the rivers Cart and Clyde to Braehead.
Each route is accompanied by maps, photography and information on the history of the area and interesting places to visit. There's also general guidance on appropriate clothing to wear, the type of bike which would best suit each route and information sources covering the major attractions in each locality.
Renfrewshire councillors joined cyclists and youngsters from Lochwinnoch primary at the launch of the cycling booklet at Castle Semple Centre, near Lochwinnoch.
Councillor Marie McGurk, convener of the Council's Environment and Infrastructure Board, said: "Renfrewshire's environment is very varied and offers many interesting routes to cyclists of all ages and experience. This informative and entertaining guidebook outlines some of the best of those routes and combines the opportunity to find out more about the area while getting fitter at the same time."
Derek Mullins, Scottish volunteer ranger co-ordinator for Sustrans, said: "Sustrans welcomes the publication of this booklet which highlights some excellent off-road and minor cycling routes in Renfrewshire. The timing of the publication is excellent since the Paisley to Lochwinnoch cycle route, Sustrans' first cycle path in Scotland, was officially opened twenty years ago this summer. This booklet should encourage more people to use their bikes to explore Renfrewshire's beautiful countryside."
The booklet is the second in the 'Out There' series which have been published by the council's planning and transport department. The first booklet was published last year and described ten countryside walks around Renfrewshire.
9,000 free copies of the guidebook are available now. Get yours from:
- the Tourist Information Centre, 9a Gilmour Street, Paisley
- Castle Semple Centre, Lochwinnoch
- local bike shops
- local sports centres
- libraries
- Planning and Transport, Renfrewshire House, Cotton Street, Paisley. PA1 1LL. Phone: 0141 842 5811 or email pt@renfrewshire.gov.uk
Press release: Wednesday 13 June
