By bicycle from Long Eaton to Nottingham

Spin out from Long Eaton and head for Trent Lock, then roll east along the River Trent past the wildlife-rich Attenborough Nature Reserve. Pick up the towpath at Beeston Lock and follow the Beeston/Nottingham Canal for a relaxed, traffic-light run into the city, cruising past Beeston Rylands and towards Castle Wharf by Nottingham Station. From there it’s a short hop to Old Market Square or up to Nottingham Castle.

It’s an easy, mostly flat ride (roughly 15 km with only about 40 m of climbing). Surfaces are largely paved, with short path sections on the reserve and canal that can be a bit puddly after rain. Expect a friendly mix of quiet roads and cycleways; great for a no-stress spin.

Fun bits: Long Eaton sits by the Erewash and Trent and has roots in lace and furniture making. Nottingham brings Robin Hood lore, the Lace Market, and a lively canalside for post-ride coffee—try the Canalside Heritage Centre at Beeston Lock en route.