Helvellyn is the highest peak legally accessible by mountain bike in England. It stands majestically at 949m above sea level and forms part of the impressive Helvellyn ridge which runs for approximately 12km (7.5 miles) north to south, dividing the valleys of Thirlmere and Ullswater. Indeed some routes cover the full length of this ridge.
Routes on Helvellyn are however not limited to the ridge. There are a massive variety of bridleway options available including Matterdale Common, Sticks Pass, Glenridding Common, Birk Side, and Grisedale to name but a few.
The bridleway to the north leads down Lower Man – a cracking descent – and then back up onto White Side. The bridleway to the south takes you to Nethermost Pike and then on to Dollywagon Pike. All of these peaks offer a choice of some serious descents into the surrounding valleys, so just get on your bike and explore!
The following routes include Helvellyn:
