Keighley Towpath Tootle

Sky Ride Local in Bradford

Join us on some amazing rides, created in association with our friends at the National Trust.

Make the most of some beautiful countryside, and great facilities for cyclists.


This flat, gentle five mile ride is sure to be a hit with first-time bike riders and families, following the traffic-free towpath of the Leeds Liverpool Canal. The ride starts at the 17th century manor house of East Riddlesden Hall, owned by the National Trust. 

From here you'll make your way to the Leeds Liverpool Canal and, following the towpath, take in the delightful sights and sounds of the canal all the way to Bingley, where we'll stop to admire the famous Five Rise Locks.

Built in 1774, the lock staircase is the steepest in the country, lifting narrowboats nearly 60ft over its 320ft length. The Five Rise Locks are a true marvel of the industrial age and a hub for tourists, with a cafe where you can rest and refuel before heading back along the canal to East Riddlesden Hall and journey's end.
For more information on East Riddlesden Hall please click on the link below
http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/east-riddlesden-hall/
This ride uses part of National Cycle Network (NCN) route 696. To find out more about the NCN and other great places to cycle near you everyday, go to the Sustrans website (http://www.sustrans.org.uk/ncn/map/national-cycle-network).

Not cycled for a while and looking for an easy way to get back in the saddle? Fancy a fun way to get your friends or kids riding? Our Easygoing rides are great for building confidence for all abilities and ages along relaxed, mostly traffic-free routes. They’re up to six miles long, with a gentle pace of around six miles an hour.

Additional Information

Helmets must be worn by all under 18's regardless of ride level.
All ages are welcome. Those under the age of 5 must be in a BSA approved child seat, trailer or tag-a-long.

Please make sure your bike is in good working order, Ride Leaders are there to help but are not responsible for your bike.

All rides leave at the time stated, you must arrive early Ride Leaders will not wait. 

Meet the Ride Leaders

• Paul Wrigley Hi all
  I'm a steady cyclist with no interest in competitive riding. I ride a bike because I enjoy seeing different places and it keeps me fit (reasonably). I enjoy meeting other people and sharing my experience. I hope to see some of you soon
• Paul Merrett
• Naz Ali
• Nicole Stott

Rider Comments on the Route

1. Naeem Choudhry Sunday 22nd September
   Wonderful day, sun shining. Easy route the kids really enjoyed it. Thank you to the ride leaders who were very pleasant and helpful. I ended up leaving my bag at the Bingley locks and Imran, one of the ride leaders, went back with me to find. Thank god it was where I left it! Thank you again skyride.
2. vicky Sanderson Monday 4th July
   lovely ride, perfect for beginners