UK Cycling Holidays
There's no better way to explore the UK than by bike! If you are looking for a weekend of road cycling, mountain biking or maybe want to take it more leisurely in the country's classic riding areas, then we've plenty to choose from. Our British bike tours cater for all types of cyclists, if you fancy taking on a Coast to Coast, then our Hadrian's Cycleway and Sea to Sea (C2C) are just perfect. If you are looking for more of a challenge, then our Le Jog (Lands End to John O'Groats) is the cycling trip for you! Browse through our selection of bike holidays in the UK below.
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03 to 18 July 2021 - Experience the entire length of mainland Britain in this ultimate road cycling holiday - a journey that every cyclist should experience at least once in their lifetime. Last two places!!
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. Riding the entire length of mainland Britain is a journey that we believe every cyclist should experience at least once in their lifetime. With over 1,000 miles through 3 countries in just 14 days of riding, it's one of the most impressive challenges in our range for riders to conquer. Making the most of the prevailing winds, our journey starts at Land's End and heads north. Leaving the Cornish c...
The Coast to Coast by bike (C2C) is a 'must-do' cycling holiday in the UK! With its quiet country lanes, cycleways and paths it's 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 leaving the sea at Whitehaven, we head eastwards into the solitude and space of the Lake District, Cumbria and the North Pennines. This well paced cycling holiday ends 140 miles later as we cross the fabulous Millennium Bridge in ...
The Yorkshire Wolds Cycle route is a circular ride of more than 140 miles that takes in the beautiful scenery and the dramatic coastline of the Yorkshire Wolds, a landscape that inspired David Hockney's Woldgate. Taking in grand country houses, nature reserves, historic priories, and some of the region's most fascinating landmarks, combined with rolling hills, hidden valleys and peaceful villages, the Yorkshire Wolds is the perfect place to cycle and unwind. Going west from Beverley to Market Weighton and Pocklington and...
The Pennine Bridleway is the longest continuous off-road biking route in the UK. This fantastic itinerary offers us the opportunity to explore ancient packhorse routes, drovers' roads and bridleways. It's a classic British mountain bike adventure across the spectacular terrain of the scenic Pennines. We'll be exploring approximately 160 km of the northern section of the trail from the Cumbrian market town of Kirkby Stephen through the heart of the spectacular Yorkshire Dales to finish in Hebden Bridge. We're treated to t...
The Way of the Roses coast to coast cycle route is a classic cycling holiday in the UK, opened in September 2010, and takes you from Morecambe in Lancashire to Bridlington in Yorkshire. As it crosses the country the route passes through the Lune Valley, the Forest of Bowland, the Yorkshire Dales, Nidderdale AONB (Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty), the Vale of York and the Yorkshire Wolds, as well as the historic cities of Lancaster and York. There are interesting and attractive small towns like Settle, Grassington and Pate...
This 'must-do' 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, cycleways and paths. 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 res...
This 'must-do' 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, cycleways and paths. 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 res...
This 'must-do' 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, cycleways and paths. 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 res...
This 'must-do' family 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, cycleways and paths. 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 a...
This classic cycling holiday in the UK, from Newcastle-upon-Tyne to Edinburgh, follows the National Cycle Network Route 1: Coast and Castles using the North Sea Cycle Route. This is a classic cycle route full of awesome scenery and historical interest! Arriving in Newcastle with its excellent transport connections, you'll spend your first night in this vibrant city. The next day, after following the River Tyne to the coast at Tynemouth, you'll head northwards following the wonderful Coast and Castles route which takes yo...
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...
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 ...
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 ...
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...
A unique cycling holiday in the UK along Northumberland's stunning coastline, cycling past impressive castles and fortresses dating back to the Middle Ages. Our cycling holiday begins at the quaint village of Warkworth where the route travels northwards alongside the wide sandy beaches and dunes of Embleton, Newton-by-the-Sea and Bamburgh. You can then cross the tidal causeway (check the tide times!) to the historic Holy Island otherwise known as Lindisfarne, the place where the 8th Century Lindisfane Gospels were created. ...
This classic British cycling holiday over four days of riding takes you from Newcastle-upon-Tyne to Edinburgh following the National Cycle Network Route 1: Coast and Castles using the North Sea Cycle Route. This is an iconic cycle route full of awesome scenery and historical interest! You'll arrive and spend your first night in the vibrant city of Newcastle, easily accessed by its excellent transport connections. The next day, after following the River Tyne to the coast at Tynemouth, you'll head northwards following th...
A classic UK cycling holiday from Newcastle-upon-Tyne to Edinburgh on The National Cycle Network Route 1: Coast and Castles, utilising the North Sea Cycle Route. Arriving in Newcastle with its excellent transport connections, we'll spend our first night in this vibrant city. The next day, after following the River Tyne to the coast at Tynemouth, we'll head northwards following the Coast and Castles route. The route will take us up the dramatic and beautiful Northumberland Coast, with its long sandy beaches and spectacula...
This fantastic supported cycling holiday in the UK utilises the National Cycle Network. This trip travels along the northern boundary of Britannia and the Roman Empire, starting and finishing at either end of Emperor Hadrian's Wall. During the ride you will be able to follow in the footsteps of Roman soldiers, whilst experiencing some of the rich heritage that Cumbria and Northumberland have to offer. Hadrian's Cycleway is a great cycling alternative to our ever popular C2C cycling trip, and suitable for those lookin...
Utilising the National Cycle Network, this cycling holiday in the UK travels along the northern boundary of the Roman Empire, starting and finishing at either end of Hadrian's Wall. This wonderful cycling break follows in the footsteps of Roman soldiers, allowing you to experience some of the rich heritage that Cumbria and Northumberland have to offer, from cycling in open hill country, through peaceful river valleys and finishing at the North Sea at Tynemouth. Hadrian's Way cycle route passes through some of the most b...
Utilising the National Cycle Network, this cycling holiday in the UK travels along the northern boundary of the Roman Empire, starting and finishing at either end of Hadrian's Wall. This wonderful cycling break follows in the footsteps of Roman soldiers, allowing you to experience some of the rich heritage that Cumbria and Northumberland have to offer. From cycling in open hill country, through peaceful river valleys and finishing at the North Sea at Tynemouth, the route passes through some of the most beautiful parts of...
The Way of the Roses coast to coast cycle route is a classic cycling holiday in the UK, and takes you from Morecambe in Lancashire to Bridlington in Yorkshire. As it crosses the country the route passes through the Lune Valley, the Forest of Bowland, the Yorkshire Dales, Nidderdale AONB (Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty), the Vale of York and the Yorkshire Wolds, as well as the historic cities of Lancaster and York. There are interesting and attractive small towns like Settle and Pateley Bridge, countless little villages a...
The Northumberland Coast is best known for its sweeping sandy beaches, rolling dunes, high rocky cliffs and islands. This is a lovely family cycling holiday that takes in the special qualities of this coastal landscape with spectacular views as the route passes impressive castles and fortresses. This family cycling holiday in the UK begins at the quaint village of Warkworth, with its impressive 12th Century castle, before the route travels northwards weaving its way through pretty villages and skirting alongside the wide...
Hadrian's Wall country is quite simply a cyclist's paradise with its stunning landscapes and sense of history, from the bloody border feuds of the Border Reivers to being home to Europe's largest surviving Roman monument, Hadrian's Wall. Built in AD122 under the orders of Emperor Hadrian, the wall stretched for 73 miles between the tidal Tyne at Newcastle in the East to the Solway Firth in the West, and was successful in controlling the northern frontier of the Roman Empire. In 1987 Hadrian's Wall was designated a World Heri...
Hadrian's Wall country is quite simply a cyclist's paradise with its stunning landscapes and sense of history, from the bloody border feuds of the Border Reivers to being home to Europe's largest surviving Roman monument, Hadrian's Wall. Built in AD122 under the orders of Emperor Hadrian, the wall stretched for 73 miles between the tidal Tyne at Newcastle in the east to the Solway Firth in the west, and was successful in controlling the northern frontier of the Roman Empire. In 1987 Hadrian's Wall was designated a World Heri...
Utilising the National Cycle Network, with that extra Skedaddle ingredient, we cycle along the boundary of the Old Roman Empire, starting and finishing at either end of Hadrian's Wall. During the cycling you'll follow in the footsteps of Roman soldiers, whilst experiencing some of the rich heritage that Cumbria and Northumberland have to offer. This wonderful cycling holiday passes through open hill country, peaceful river valleys and finishes at the North Sea at Tynemouth. After arriving into Newcastle you spend the fir...
Utilising the National Cycle Network, this cycling holiday in the UK travels along the northern boundary of the Roman Empire, starting and finishing at either end of Hadrian's Wall. This wonderfully mellow cycling break follows in the footsteps of Roman soldiers, allowing you to experience some of the rich heritage that Cumbria and Northumberland have to offer. From cycling in open hill country, through peaceful river valleys and finishing at the North Sea at Tynemouth, the route passes through some of the most beautiful...
Scotland is renowned for its glistening lochs and majestic glens, and the Lochs and Glens is a wonderful fully guided cycling holiday that enables you to experience it all by bike! We follow National Cycle Network routes and enjoy riding on traffic-free paths and quiet roads with some sections on cinder trails and well surfaced off-road trails. Cycling from the pretty village of Balloch, also known as the gateway to Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park, to Inverness, "capital" of the Highlands, the route winds its w...
This place to place mountain biking holiday in the UK is a new classic. We've been trying to keep it all to ourselves but the secret is out - Northumberland is a simply brilliant area to get out on your bike. Our trip takes us over an interesting mix of double-width dirt tracks, sections of thrilling singletrack, scenic unsurfaced lanes and bridleways of all types as well as byways and little known unclassified country roads. The Sandstone Way is a rewarding and incredible journey across one of the most remote parts of t...
The ultimate cycling holiday in the UK - that really is the only way to describe our epic Land's End to John O'Groats ride. We believe just about every cyclist should make this journey at least once in their lifetime and our 22-day version is perfect for enthusiastic, regular cyclists looking to be inspired by this iconic end to end journey. Starting in Land's End and making the most of the prevailing wind, we skedaddle off on a 1,000 mile plus adventure through 3 countries in just 19 days of riding. Leaving the Cornish...
Nicknamed "the Secret Kingdom" due its sparse population and hidden wonders, Northumberland is a county of untamed open landscapes and rugged seascapes, dotted with castles and home to an abundance of wildlife. This fantastic cycling holiday will be based out of Nether Grange, HF's Country House located in the wonderful seaside location of Alnmouth; remote enough to retain its quaint, picturesque character, but also easily accessible by transport. Over the course of the rides, we'll follow sections of the Coast and Castl...
As quintessentially English as countryside comes, the Cotswolds are a great destination to explore by bike. Staying at historic Harrington House, you will enjoy beautiful rolling countryside and picturesque golden stone villages on our leisurely rides. There is a delight around every corner, and beautiful architecture which spans the centuries: from Tudor through to Georgian and beyond, all to be found in charming market towns along your route. Over the course of two rides, you will explore the areas to the north and sou...
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 breath-taking views of hills and moorland, intriguing rock formations, and easy access by road and rail, the Peak District is the perfect destination for a cycling holiday; a place that will refresh, relax and challenge you. Over two rides you will have the opportunity to discover the beauty and history of this charming area, balanced out by relaxing evenings at your accommodation. You will be staying at The Peveril of the Peak, a comfortable country house with a lovely garden, perfect for relaxing with a well-earned pi...
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Discover England’s least populated county! This trip will take you over an interesting mix of double-width dirt tracks, sections of thrilling singletrack, scenic unsurfaced lanes and bridleways of all types.
This place to place self guided mountain biking holiday in the UK is a new classic. Following the roaring success of our guided version, we've launched a self-guided trip. We've been trying to keep it all to ourselves but the secret is out - Northumberland is a simply brilliant area to get out on your bike. Our trip takes us over an interesting mix of double-width dirt tracks, sections of thrilling singletrack, scenic unsurfaced lanes and bridleways of all types as well as byways and little known Unclassified County Road...
Journey through time on this historic cycling holiday following in the footsteps of Roman soldiers in Hadrian's Wall country before cycling along the stunning Northumberland Coast with its numerous ancient castles and dramatic landscapes. Heading inland from the border town of Berwick-upon-Tweed you'll cycle along the beautiful Tweed valley before gently climbing over the Moorfoot Hills and dropping into Edinburgh. Utilising the National Cycle Network from Bowness-on-Solway on the West coast, through Newcastle and onto E...
This is the perfect opportunity to join a group of like-minded electric mountain bike riders for a weekend exploring the rolling hills of the eastern Lake District. These beautiful fells offer great riding that is suitable for all skill and experience levels. You'll bring your own eBike with you and it's capabilities open up our range, allowing us to discover more of the fun and flowing terrain that surrounds our base in the Cumbrian market town of Penrith On this adventure you'll ride over rocky tracks, take on steep d...
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03 to 10 July - An epic adventure that crosses the Scottish Highlands on mixed trails, ranging from tough and gnarly singletrack and drovers trails to fun winding tracks.
This ultimate place-to-place MTB trip is aimed squarely at fit and experienced riders. A mountain bike holiday of the very highest calibre, a truly epic Scottish Highlands journey stretching from the extreme north coast through glens and over mountain passes to arrive in the heart of Scotland at the Wallace monument in Stirling. You need to be comfortable riding difficult terrain in remote areas and spending long days in the saddle. If this sounds like you, this adventure will be a highlight of your mountain biking career! ...
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16 to 22 May 2021 - The Outer Hebrides is one of the must ride places in the UK. Book your spot for this biking holiday before it's too late!!
We're excited to offer this extraordinary chance to explore these unique islands by bike, travelling through one of Europe's last true wilderness regions, the Outer Hebrides, a superb location for a mountain bike holiday in the UK. Crowned the 'Hebridean Explorer', this 280km bike journey weaves its way through seven islands on a variety of ancient paths, historic by-ways, mountain tracks and impossibly quiet roads. While there is the occasional intermediate level trail, the riding is not overly challenging, allowing us ...
The Lochs and Glens is a fabulous self-guided cycling holiday in the UK, cycling across the Scottish Highlands from the River Clyde to the River Tay through the heart of magnificent mountain ranges and valleys. The route is part of the National Cycle Network and follows traffic-free paths and quiet roads with some sections on cinder trails and well surfaced off-road trails. From Loch Lomond, this route winds its way through the beautiful hills of the Trossachs, along the shores of tranquil lochs, across open moorlan...
A classic wilderness journey through the remote and beautiful Scottish Highlands. This route dives into the very heart of the Highlands on a series of ancient drove roads, loch-side routes, forest tracks and twisting singletrack. Over six days of riding the route takes us 235 miles from Loch Hourn on the west coast to Montrose on the east coast. This is a route that is varied throughout and, while achievable for fit intermediate riders, there are plenty of technical sections which will challenge more experienced riders a...