If you’ve decided to exercise more frequently as part of your New Year’s Resolution, biking is one of the best cardio activities available to you.
These seven trails are all very different – whether you want to test yourself or merely enjoy the scenery, there’s something here for everyone.


. Ladybower Reservoir
Ladybower Reservoir provides a tranquil biking track that's perfect for families - just try not to fall in! It's around nine kilometres in length. Photo: -

1. Ladybower Reservoir
Ladybower Reservoir provides a tranquil biking track that's perfect for families - just try not to fall in! It's around nine kilometres in length. Photo: -

2. Carsington Water Loop
Carsington Water Loop is a bit longer and more challenging than Ladybower, but it's no less visually stunning. It's 12.4 kilometres around the track. Photo: -

3. Manifold Way
Manifold Way may not be as sun soaked now as it is in the picture, but it still provides a pleasant trail to cycle around. It's fairly long, though, at 12.7 kilometres in length. Photo: -

4. Monsal Trail
Monsal Trail contains plenty of greenery - it's ideal for lovers of nature. It spans 13.6 kilometres though, so make sure you're up to the challenge before attempting it. Photo: -