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Bike your way around Britain in the colder months, there’s still so much to discover. From easy eight milers to trickier mountain climbs, there’s scenic cycling routes in the UK to suit everyone. One thing is guaranteed, they’re all in stunning landscapes.Whitby...
Exploring the beauty and breadth of England and Wales on two wheels is a great way to spend quality time together as a family. But finding the routes suitable for all ages and abilities can be tricky, so that’s why we have put together a guide of family friendly...
Explore brilliant cycle paths in Cornwall whilst uncovering the wildlife, beaches, culture and areas you never knew existed. Here’s some inspiration for cycle paths in Cornwall, suitable for all ages and abilities. The Camel Trail Families love the Camel Trail....
Want to experience scenic cycle routes in the UK? Discovering new places by bike engages all your senses, forcing you to connect with a place in a way you haven’t experienced before; it’s also ideal for visiting often missed pockets of local food and culture and...
For this blog we’ve asked the team at British Cycling to give their advice on how to pack for mountain biking. Get some top tips from Dan Cook, British Cycling’s Mountain Bike Leadership Manager. If you’re taking your mountain bike out for more than just a quick...
Need to plan your accommodation for Ride London? Now is the time to ensure you hav accommodation base plans in place ready for the big weekend. The event features three separate routes allowing involvement for cyclists of all abilities, from a professional feature...
With its wealth of youth hostels, the Lake District National Park is perfect for a hostel-to-hostel cycling adventure – especially if it’s on an eBike... Hostel to hostel Lake District cycling adventure They are mountain passes that make cyclists puff out their...
Getting out on a bike can be a daunting prospect but with our beginners guide to cycling, we can help you overcome those fears and gain a love of cycling. Protect your most valuable asset-your head The first on our beginners...
Ah, Yorkshire, God’s Own County. This beautiful corner of Britain, famed for everything from sweets and tea to rhubarb, is a cyclist's dream. But we’ve found seven lesser known cycling facts there just that little bit more interesting...1. 1st August every year is...
The Land's End to John O' Groats cycle route is not for the faint-hearted. Amateur adventurer Simon Lock saddles up for the UK’s toughest endurance ride. The rain on my glasses was making it difficult to see. The wind was getting stronger, making my waterproofs...
Many people still assume that cycling is only for their children to whizz around the streets, or for those semi-professional riders who are committed to riding long distances, wearing their tight fitting lycra and riding an expensive carbon framed racing bike....
Weaving around woodland in the Midlands is some of the country’s best mountain biking. Daniel Neilson pedals some of the best mountain bike trails in the UK.YHA National ForestThe hostel is a thoroughly modern affair, built with green credentials in mind. I get up...
