Biking or cycling is one the of the easiest and exciting activities that is beneficial to both humans and the environment. Despite the age factor, people love their bikes. It offers an opportunity to explore the hidden attractions, streets, and forest trails.

To find out the people’s love for their bikes, Merlin Cycles put out the Great British Map of cycling in the United Kingdom. In this survey, it is figured out what region in the UK love their bikes the most. It also helped to find out the level of happiness they achieved through cycling. Here you’ll also get to know about some of the best cycling routes in the United Kingdom.

Relation Between Cycling and Happiness

The reason behind the ‘happy hormones’ is a chemical called ‘Serotonin’ that is found in our brain. When it starts depleting, a person becomes anxious and depressed. But exercise helps to increase the production of the Serotonin. So, to know the relation between cycling and happiness, continue reading further.

As per the current statistics on cycling in Northern Ireland, it is noticed that 28% of adults cycle at least one day in a week. According to the report presented by the government, Northern Ireland has reported more than the average levels of feeling worthwhile in life, happiness, and satisfaction.

Other Statistics

The 10.6% adults in the South East, 10.3% adults in the South West and 9.1% adults in the East Midland bike at least once a week. The highest levels of feeling worthwhile and happily are reported by the South East when compared to the other regions of the country.

The West Midland showed the lowest anxiety levels as an average 7.9% of adults consider biking on a weekly basis.

London’s Love for Cycling

Opting for a bicycle instead of a car for getting to and from the office proves to be the best option. This way you are contributing to the environment by cutting down the carbon that is released by the cars and at the same time, you are exercising.

As per the latest figures presented by the government, the capital city of London comes on the 5th position in the list with 10% of adults who cycle a minimum of once a week. It has been predicted that soon the cyclists will take over the car drivers on the central roads.

Best Biking Routes in the UK

Here are some of the best biking routes in the UK that’ll make biking enjoyable.

  • Isle of Arran, Scotland

This is one of the best trails for mountain bikers, which is situated on the east coast of Scotland. There are 6-21-mile trails that you can opt according to your expertise. If you are biking with your family, you can bike on the 6-mile trail. If you are looking for a challenging trail, go for the 21-mile trail.

  • Hamsterley Forest, Durham, North East

This route allows you to explore 33 miles of forest trails. If you want to bike in the North-East region, choose this one. It is great for both family bikers and expert mountain bikers.

  • Windermere, Lake District, North West

If you are on a cycling adventure in the Lake District, you can’t miss Windermere. You’ll experience the stunning views of the River Kent while cycling on the 11.5 miles of cycle tracks and country lanes.

  • Elan Valley Trail, Wales

The Elan Valley is an 18-mile round trail which offers you spectacular views of the rivers and hills. It is an ideal route for those looking to get into off-road biking.

The above statistics show the people’s love for cycling in the UK and we can consider the Northern Ireland to be the happiest region as a maximum number of the adults hop on their cycles once a week.