Life Cycles (CEASED)

Belfast and the bicycle go back a long way. John Dunlop invented the world’s first inflatable tyre behind the City Hall in 1888 for his son’s bicycle - so what better way to see Belfast.

Lifecycles Bike Shop in the heart of Belfast city is the ideal starting point for both novice and experienced cyclists wishing to explore this historic city.

The guided tour heads first to the west of the city through both the Shankill and Falls roads and offers an opportunity to see the famous murals documenting the city's political history. Return to the city centre and take in its architectural landmarks - City Hall, Law Courts, Customs house and St Anne's Cathedral before cycling south toward Botanic Gardens, through Queen's University and on to the Lagan Valley Regional Park at Stranmills - a traffic free towpath along the River Lagan. Return to the city centre on the cycle path through the newly developed docklands, over the Albert Bridge, past the Waterfront Hall and on towards the Titanic Quarter, where the famous ship was built, before returning back to base.

This 2.5 hour guided tour includes map, cycle hire, helmets and a single pannier for carrying cameras, waterproofs, lunch etc. Cost £16.

Bike hire without a guide is £10 per day; £40 per week.

Contact www.lifecycles.co.uk
Tel (028) 9043 9959.