THE search is on for St Helens' quirkiest cycle routes

A guide for the borough’s most unusual bike rides suggested by the cyclists who discovered them is being compiled as part of a project to mark bike hire scheme Bike & Go's fourth birthday.

The #MyFavBikeRide Guide will celebrate the best ‘off the beaten track’ places to cycle in England and Scotland, with the aim of trying to encourage those who rarely use a bike to get back on two wheels this summer.

Cyclists are being called on to reveal their own favourite routes that people wouldn’t necessarily find on cycle maps.

It could be a tour of the region’s best coffee shops, an ‘alternative history’ bike ride, or even the best view of the area from an unlikely standpoint.

It just needs to be as fun and as quirky as possible.

The suggestions will then be compiled into an online guide which will be made available on the Bike & Go website.

David O’ Leary, director of Bike & Go, said: “In the four years that Bike & Go has been operating, our bikes have been used for thousands of bike rides by cyclists of all levels.

“Conversations with our users have revealed that many people like going for a casual bike ride, but need new ideas as to where to cycle to.

“We know there are many seasoned cyclists out there who have a wealth of experience that can be shared with those who perhaps don’t cycle quite as often.

“We’re appealing to them to suggest some interesting and fun bike ride ideas that will let cyclists experience the local area from a different viewpoint, while still enjoying all the benefits that cycling can bring.”

To suggest a bike ride, tweet @UKBikeandGo using the hashtag #MyFavBikeRide or email info@bikeandgo.co.uk.

All suitable entries will be compiled into the online guide.