Cycling holidays in England
| country: | England |
| location: | Shropshire, Lake District, North York Moors, Northern England, Northumberland |
| trip type: | Introductory to challenging cycling holidays |
| departures: | 2008: 18 Jul, 8 Aug, 15 Aug, 5 Sep |
| price: | From £210 (2 days), £295 (4 days), £345 (5 days) excluding flights, depending on trip chosen |
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the amazing things you'll be doing
A range of cycling breaks for all those looking to explore some of the England's classic countryside by bike on quiet roads, traffic free paths & National Cycle Network routes.
Accommodation is in well-appointed bed and breakfasts, inns or small family-run hotels. Breakfasts are provided and evening meals taken in restaurants or pubs close to the accommodation. Group departures have vehicle support and include hearty picnic lunches!
If you can't find a date to suit or want to go it alone, there are self-guided options (minimum two people). Please contact us for details.
We can also add a one or two day City Break in London, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Inverness, Newcastle, Durham, Bath or Stratford upon Avon onto our UK holidays.
Coast to Coast - Whitehaven to Newcastle (Moderate to adventurous cycling)
2008: 20 Jun, 18 Jul, 15 Aug £345 (5 days)
This ‘must-do’ trip on quiet country lanes, cycleways and paths is a wonderful way to see the varied and beautiful landscapes of northern England, on the National Cycle Network route from the Irish Sea across to the North Sea. After dipping our back wheel in the sea at Whitehaven, we head eastwards into the solitude and space of the Lake District, Cumbria and the North Pennines. The trip is well-paced and ends 140 miles later as we cross the fabulous millennium bridge in Newcastle before dipping our front wheel in the North Sea at Tynemouth to celebrate our achievement. Self guided options available.
Hadrian’s Cycle Way Self Guided (Introductory to moderate cycling)
2008: 02 Jun £295 (4 days)
This coast-to-coast holiday boasts craggy highlands, atmospheric countryside, peaceful river valleys and a finish in the vibrant city of Newcastle upon Tyne. We travel gently along the boundary of the Old Roman Empire, starting and finishing at either end of Hadrian’s Wall. Using quiet country lanes and cycle paths you will be able to follow in the footsteps of Roman soldiers including a visit to the Roman fort of Vindolanda, whilst experiencing some of the rich heritage that Cumbria and Northumberland have to offer. We arrange accommodation, luggage transfers and provide you with route notes and maps to cycle the routes at your own pace.
Classic Road Weekend – Cotswolds Beginners (Introductory to moderate cycling)
2008: no more departures in 2008 £210 (2 days)
Our Cotswolds weekends are designed to give you a great introduction to road riding. You’ll have the opportunity to try one of our high end road bikes, ride in a small bunch, learn the tricks of the trade, and get to ride in some of England’s finest scenery too. For those of you who’ve always fancied the idea of sampling the delights of rustling through the wind Lance Armstrong style, this is your chance!
Classic Road Weekend – Cotswolds (Moderate cycling)
2008: 05 Sep £210 (2 days)
Quintessentially English, the Cotswolds are best explored by bike. This weekend takes you through the beautiful Cotswolds countryside, along country lanes with sweeping views, quiet hamlets and picturesque villages steeped in history. This weekend starts and finishes in the village of Moreton in Marsh, with its excellent train connections from London. The routes we've chosen are generally rolling so the weekend is suitable for relative novices but with the odd stiff climb thrown in here and there to test the old legs, there's always something to keep the more experienced rider interested.
Classic Road Weekend - Lake District (Introductory to moderate cycling)
2008: 23 May, 11 Jun £210 (2 days)
This weekend trip is a great way to either experience road riding for the first time, or to rekindle your love for it. Day one is a gentle day as we take “the long way round” the beautiful Skiddaw Forest taking in miles of classic Lakeland scenery on virtually traffic-free roads. Our second day has a couple of challenging climbs providing you with an opportunity to experience some genuine thrills of road riding taking us over Newlands Hause and Whinlatter Pass.
Classic Road Weekend - South Shropshire (Introductory to moderate cycling)
2008: 13 Jun, 08 Aug £210 (2 days)
The numerous back roads and lanes of historic South Shropshire offer some of the finest and most varied riding in the country. Endless traffic-free rolling roads, castles, mountains and charming country villages all feature on our Church Stretton-based weekend. This is an ideal taster weekend, or a perfect refreshing break in a truly picturesque and history laden slice of old England, and one which has escaped the wrath of mass tourism and its inevitable heavy traffic.
Accommodation is in well-appointed bed and breakfasts, inns or small family-run hotels. Breakfasts are provided and evening meals taken in restaurants or pubs close to the accommodation. Group departures have vehicle support and include hearty picnic lunches!
If you can't find a date to suit or want to go it alone, there are self-guided options (minimum two people). Please contact us for details.
We can also add a one or two day City Break in London, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Inverness, Newcastle, Durham, Bath or Stratford upon Avon onto our UK holidays.
cycling holidays
Coast to Coast - Whitehaven to Newcastle (Moderate to adventurous cycling)
2008: 20 Jun, 18 Jul, 15 Aug £345 (5 days)
This ‘must-do’ trip on quiet country lanes, cycleways and paths is a wonderful way to see the varied and beautiful landscapes of northern England, on the National Cycle Network route from the Irish Sea across to the North Sea. After dipping our back wheel in the sea at Whitehaven, we head eastwards into the solitude and space of the Lake District, Cumbria and the North Pennines. The trip is well-paced and ends 140 miles later as we cross the fabulous millennium bridge in Newcastle before dipping our front wheel in the North Sea at Tynemouth to celebrate our achievement. Self guided options available.
Hadrian’s Cycle Way Self Guided (Introductory to moderate cycling)
2008: 02 Jun £295 (4 days)
This coast-to-coast holiday boasts craggy highlands, atmospheric countryside, peaceful river valleys and a finish in the vibrant city of Newcastle upon Tyne. We travel gently along the boundary of the Old Roman Empire, starting and finishing at either end of Hadrian’s Wall. Using quiet country lanes and cycle paths you will be able to follow in the footsteps of Roman soldiers including a visit to the Roman fort of Vindolanda, whilst experiencing some of the rich heritage that Cumbria and Northumberland have to offer. We arrange accommodation, luggage transfers and provide you with route notes and maps to cycle the routes at your own pace.
classic road rides
Classic Road Weekend – Cotswolds Beginners (Introductory to moderate cycling)2008: no more departures in 2008 £210 (2 days)
Our Cotswolds weekends are designed to give you a great introduction to road riding. You’ll have the opportunity to try one of our high end road bikes, ride in a small bunch, learn the tricks of the trade, and get to ride in some of England’s finest scenery too. For those of you who’ve always fancied the idea of sampling the delights of rustling through the wind Lance Armstrong style, this is your chance!
Classic Road Weekend – Cotswolds (Moderate cycling)
2008: 05 Sep £210 (2 days)
Quintessentially English, the Cotswolds are best explored by bike. This weekend takes you through the beautiful Cotswolds countryside, along country lanes with sweeping views, quiet hamlets and picturesque villages steeped in history. This weekend starts and finishes in the village of Moreton in Marsh, with its excellent train connections from London. The routes we've chosen are generally rolling so the weekend is suitable for relative novices but with the odd stiff climb thrown in here and there to test the old legs, there's always something to keep the more experienced rider interested.
Classic Road Weekend - Lake District (Introductory to moderate cycling)
2008: 23 May, 11 Jun £210 (2 days)
This weekend trip is a great way to either experience road riding for the first time, or to rekindle your love for it. Day one is a gentle day as we take “the long way round” the beautiful Skiddaw Forest taking in miles of classic Lakeland scenery on virtually traffic-free roads. Our second day has a couple of challenging climbs providing you with an opportunity to experience some genuine thrills of road riding taking us over Newlands Hause and Whinlatter Pass.
Classic Road Weekend - South Shropshire (Introductory to moderate cycling)2008: 13 Jun, 08 Aug £210 (2 days)
The numerous back roads and lanes of historic South Shropshire offer some of the finest and most varied riding in the country. Endless traffic-free rolling roads, castles, mountains and charming country villages all feature on our Church Stretton-based weekend. This is an ideal taster weekend, or a perfect refreshing break in a truly picturesque and history laden slice of old England, and one which has escaped the wrath of mass tourism and its inevitable heavy traffic.
travellers' tales
The cycling holiday I booked on was extremely well organised, from initial booking to the event itself. The organiser and two guides were skilled, courteous and friendly. Accommodation was good. A very reputable company (more)
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