Cycling Holidays in the Lake District
The Lake District has been captivating visitors for hundreds of years and this natural playground is a real treat for any lover of the outdoors. Walkers, ramblers and campers are all fond of the area but cyclists are truly in love with the rolling hills, beautiful scenery and off road tracks that bring the region to life.
We’ve a fantastic range of cycling holidays and weekend breaks available in the Lakes. Whether you’re a lover of mountain biking, fancy checking out the awesome road cycling available or would prefer to explore at a more leisurely pace, we’ve a little something to suit everyone.
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This great mountain bike holiday in the UK has been specially designed for those starting out biking off-road. We offer advice and instruction on riding techniques on a variety of carefully selected tracks and trails in a relaxed and informative atmosphere. If you are looking to build confidence, get some advice on biking techniques and have a fun weekend of gentle mountain biking, then this is just the ticket! We will be conducting some easy drills and practice sessions that will help you feel more comfortable on your b...
Taking in some of the most rewarding and challenging singletrack that the Lake District has to offer, this is a classic Skedaddle mountain bike holiday. Ambleside, at the northern end of Windermere in the Lake District, is the base for this fantastic weekend of riding. Our team will hand-pick the routes according to current local conditions, but they'll always include cracking ascents over Lakeland Passes, miles of top notch cross country riding under the shadow of the Old Man of Coniston, heart racing descents and breat...
On this adventure you'll ride over rocky tracks, take on steep descents, rewarding ascents, exciting stream crossings and singletrack traverses, all within the capabilities of those with limited experience of off-road riding or for those just wanting a great weekend! Riding from our accommodation in Penrith, we take in the beauty of the Northern parts of the Lake District, passing castles and travelling through open fells. With stunning views of Blencathra and her neighbouring mountains, we sample a wide variety of off-road ...
Based in the Northern Lake District village of Portinscale, with a view right across Derwent Water to Skiddaw, we can cycle from the door of our accommodation, through Keswick and then onto the longest single stretch of bridleway in the UK. Our journey has us winding along ancient mining tracks, leading to the classic cheeky climb of Whitewater Dash. There are stunning views of the Northern Lakes throughout and routes brimming with technical challenges, yet not too daunting as the guides will help those with less technical o...
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 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. ...
This weekend takes in some of the most rewarding and challenging trails the Lake District has to offer. Miles of top notch cross country riding under the shadow of the Old Man O'Coniston, heart racing descents and breathtaking views - these are some of the best trails anywhere in the UK. The Classic Coniston weekend is a slice of typical Lake Disrict riding with rocky bridleways and occasional technical descents mixed with miles of flowing singletrack, a great trip to build your confidence on intermediate level terrain. Our ...
This UK family cycling holiday allows you to take all of the hassle out of arranging a cycling adventure with your family so that you can relax and enjoy the experience together in the Lake District. Based in Penrith in the Northern Lake District, this guided holiday is perfect for those who are new to cycling or who want to develop their skills and experience to cycle safely and more confidently. Our guides will show you how to set your bikes up at the start of each day and to do necessary safety and maintenance checks ...
With its dramatic contrast between mighty mountains and still water, Derwent Water is surely the highlight of the Northern Lake District and this trip gives you the perfect opportunity to explore this stunning area by bike. This fantastic cycling holiday will be based out of Derwent Bank. You will find the perfect mix of relaxation and challenge as you tackle the rolling roads of the Lakes, before returning to comfort and views of the mountains. Here you can relax with your choice of tipple on the sun terrace or shelter ...
With its dramatic contrast between mighty mountains and still water, Derwent Water is surely the highlight of the Northern Lake District and this trip gives you the perfect opportunity to explore this stunning area by bike. Based at Derwent Bank you will find the perfect mix of relaxation and challenge, as you tackle the rolling roads of the Lakes, before returning to the comfort and views of the lake and mountains, where you can relax with your choice of tipple on the sun terrace or sheltering from the elements in the conse...