Lee Quarry and Cragg Quarry trails, Lancashire, England are the focus of a new rider survey aimed at gathering data to support funding bids for further trail and facility improvements.

Trail advocates are asking riders to complete a short, anonymous Google Form designed to capture riding frequency, travel distance, spending habits, and the types of upgrades that would most influence future visits.

The survey covers key areas, including current usage of Lee Quarry and Cragg Quarry, how often riders visit, and how many additional trips they would make if the site received targeted investment. It also asks which improvements would have the biggest impact, ranging from trail maintenance and drainage to beginner and advanced trail expansion, parking, signage, and facilities such as toilets, cafés, and bike wash areas.

Another section focuses on the wider economic impact, asking how much riders typically spend per visit and how far they would realistically travel if the site were upgraded.

The data is intended to strengthen funding applications by demonstrating both rider demand and local economic benefit linked to increased trail use.

Survey and further information

• Rider survey: https://forms.gle/Qfd95zHXfEcSJAiP9
• Lee Quarry MTB listing

Community question

If Lee Quarry and Cragg received targeted investment, what single change would most increase your likelihood of riding there more often, and why?