Road Cycling Holidays in the UK
Explore some of the most beautiful parts of the UK on one of our many road cycling holidays. We've lots of road cycling weekends running from March to October and in Scotland our Tour d'Ecosse explores the very best riding north of the border. If you are looking for a challenge then you need look no further than the challenge of Le Jog and travel from Lands End to John O'Groats. Or for something slightly less extreme, why not take on the iconic Coast to Coast (C2C) over two glorious days.
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The ultimate road cycling holiday in the UK - that really is the only way to describe our Land's End to John O'Groats tour. From the very toe to the very tip! The entire length of mainland Britain is a journey that every cyclist should experience at least once in their lifetime. Over 1,000 miles, through 3 countries in just 14 days of riding. Our carefully-chosen route avoids heavy traffic and busy towns as much as possible and takes us well off the beaten track. Sure enough, our 'flagship' British cycling tour is someth...
One of our more challenging road cycling weekends in the UK takes place in the stunning Lake District. You will tackle the most notorious passes of the region: Kirkstone, Honister, Newlands, Whinlatter, Hardknott and Wrynose (plus a few extra cheeky climbs!), which form the basis for one of the toughest cycle sportive events in the UK, the Fred Whitton Challenge. Whilst participants in the Fred Whitton Challenge will tackle all of these in a single 112 mile day, our place to place weekend gives you 2 whole days to enjoy ...
This 'must-do' road cycling holiday is a wonderful way to see the varied and beautiful landscapes of northern England, following the well signed National Cycle Network route from the Irish Sea in the west to the North Sea in the east, cycling along quiet country lanes. Leaving the Irish Sea behind, you head into the solitude and space of the Lake District, Cumbria and the North Pennines. This popular route and firm Skedaddle favourite is not without its challenges, taking in Hartside Pass, where at a respectable 580m abo...
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17 to 19 May - Think of the Yorkshire Dales, and you think rolling hills, sheep, lush green fields dotted with farming villages and high heathery moors.
This road cycling weekend in the UK is quickly becoming one of Skedaddle's weekend classics. On the back of recent pro tours through this challenging and picturesque region, we've designed a weekend which includes some brilliant views, cheeky climbs, and Yorkshire treats to reward the miles you've put in! On arrival we settle ourselves for the weekend in beautiful Malham. Considered to be the gateway to the Dales, it's from here each day we head out into the glory (and suffering!) of the Yorkshire Dales. Both days will f...
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21 to 24 Jun - Enjoy the thrills of descending, experience the camaraderie of group riding and test your legs on the odd ‘cheeky climb’ or two.
This road cycling holiday in the UK is part of our range of introductory weekends and is an excellent way to experience road cycling for the first time. These intro weekends are also a perfect way to rekindle your love for riding if you've been off your road bike for a while. Based in Wendover in the heart of the Chilterns, we offer two great days of cycling designed to gently ease you into the excitement of riding on the open road. If you've ever wanted to know what it's like cruising through the countryside on a modern...
This place to place road cycling weekend in the UK is a classic. We've been trying to keep it all to ourselves but the secret is out - Northumberland is simply a brilliant area to explore on your bike! Our weekend begins on the banks of the River Tyne, just a stone's throw from Newcastle's vibrant city centre. Once on the bikes it isn't long before we're deep into the North East's finest countryside and exploring England's least populated county. Having ridden through some of the region's remotest towns and villages we w...
One of our most popular road cycling weekends, the Shropshire road cycling weekend is packed with some of the most spectacular riding you're ever likely to enjoy on these shores. Church Stretton is blessed with possibly some of the most dramatic and spectacular hills in the heart of England. With ancient Long Mynd guarding the west and the Wenlock Edge outcrop lying to the east, this is an area of outstanding natural beauty. Gentle green pastures and shady woodlands combine with the surrounding hills to offer some fa...
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24 to 27 May - Our rides skirt around the majestic Victorian reservoir of Lake Vyrnwy. The routes cross over high ground, climbing the infamous Bwlch y Croes, and long descents into the Welsh valleys.
Join us for a fantastic road cycling weekend in the UK, where Wales will host 3 days of top class road riding in what is one of the UK's premier areas for road cycling. Some of Britain's finest and toughest road riding is secretly tucked away in the deserted hills of North East Wales. Based in the charming mountain village of Bala, we spend 3 days riding through dramatic valleys and tackling some of the country's most challenging climbs - including the Bwylch y Groes, made famous as the most feared climb in the Milk Race...
This is another one of our road cycling weekends in the UK designed to give experience to those who are trying road cycling for the first time. It is also a perfect way to rekindle your love for riding if you've been off your road bike for a while. This weekend offers 2 great days of cycling in the Lake District designed to gently ease you into the excitement of riding on the open road. If you've ever wanted to know what it's like cruising through the countryside on a modern lightweight bike, this weekend is for you. ...
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03 to 24 Aug - Ride the entire length of mainland Britain, from the very toe to the very tip! The ultimate Great British cycling challenge - that really is the only way to describe this tour.
The ultimate road cycling holiday in the UK - that really is the only way to describe our Land's End to John O'Groats epic ride. Just about every cyclist should make this journey at least once in their lifetime. Starting in Land's End, to take advantage of the prevailing wind, we skedaddle off on a 1,000 mile plus adventure, through 3 countries in just 19 days of riding. We commence our journey by travelling along the North Cornish coast, passing the wilds of Dartmoor, before crossing the River Severn and eventually into...
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