In 1666 Britain’s most devastating tornado ripped its way through Lincolnshire. Trace its tranquil route today and explore why we’re a country in love and at war with the wind.

■ Distance: 10 miles/16km ■ Time: 5 hours ■  Grade: Challenging

■ Distance: 10 miles/16.1km ■ Time: 4½ hours ■ Grade: Moderate

■ Distance: 10½ miles/17km ■ Time: 5 hours ■  Grade: Challenging

THE BIG RIDE

James Forrest samples a superb section of the Coast to Coast