Wildbike is a lakes mtb specialist offering more riding options here than any other guiding company. Lake district mountain biking essential trails book bikemaps. Cyclewise is a diverse riderowned independent mountain bike and road bike specialist business based in the lake district, cumbria who offer a range of services and assistance on all things bike related. A great variety of routes, clear directions and excellent maps. The weather is, of course, a bit cooler than the summer months but the. Hotels near mountain biking in the lake district, ambleside on tripadvisor. The lake district mountain bike routes maps and guides. Guided mountain bike weekend skiddaw lake district. Lake district mountain biking with the merida eone sixty.
If youre based on the east side of lake windermere, you can park at ferry nab and cross the lake on the ferry to the route starting point. This ride is typical of mountain biking in the lake district, full of steep uphills and swift descents, all with a stunning backdrop. I fancied a change from the stumpjumper on this evening and chose the new merida eone sixty e bike. Lake district mountain biking vertebrate publishing. I bought this book in 2008 when i had just taken up mountain biking after a.
This route was our first experience of cycling in the lake district and is great for all ages. A number of activity companies offer guided cycling and mountain biking sessions. On this lake district mountain biking holiday we choose our campsites for their blend of atmospheric loveliness and clean and modern facilities, always with plenty of hot showers. A range of 14 handy size a4 mountain bike maps covering the lake district. Lake district mountain bike holiday 3 days cycleactive. Peak district mountain biking vertebrate publishing. Choose from a series of 14 lake district mountain biking maps or route guide books. Lake district mountain biking essential trails is the full second edition of this bestselling guidebook. Since you, i and anyone else has a mountain bike, you might want to ride it somewhere good.
The routes are suitable for all abilities of riders, arranged by difficulty, from kendal to cleator moor in the far northwest and keswick to winster in the lyth valleypublishers description. Mountain biking in the lake district cycling cicerone. There are many trails in the lake district that are not suited to road bikes but allow you to get off the beaten path, explore the scenery and cover quite a bit of ground in a shorter time that you might otherwise by walking. Cycling and mountain biking cycling in the lake district. Mountain bike routes are highlighted on the maps and also includes text directions. Theres lots to see and do in the lake district, from hiking and fell running to afternoon tea and museums, with something for everyone on offer. Buy mountain biking in the lake district cycling cicerone mountain biking reprint, updated by ian boydon isbn. All deliveries put on hold for the foreseeable future. Read download lake district mountain biking pdf pdf download. Forget about route planning, map reading delays, running out of battery power on your garmin, and getting lost. A guidebook for 24 original and exciting graded mountain biking routes in the lake district, offering some of the best mtb riding in. A guide to familyfriendly cycling routes in the lake district.
Features 26 mountain bike rides in the lake district, between 12km and 60km in length, suitable for various levels of. Designer and rider, andy smith, who has years of riding experience in the lake district wanted to show the world the local trails, the stunning scenery and the challenging local weather conditions. Cumbrian trail guides mountain bike cumbria beautiful. Lake district mountain biking essential trails is the full second edition of the bestselling guide to some of the finest mountain bike riding in the uk featured are 26 of the best mountain bike rides in the lake district, between 12 and 60 kilometres in length, suitable for all levels of mountain bikers. We run three different mtb experiences in this stunning adventure playground. Coronavirus status you can still buy books and ebooks to plan, enjoy and. Check out the new cycle trails in from lowther castle.
The mountain biking in the english lake district has everything. Mountain biking is one of the very best ways to enjoy the landscape and views, and at the same time keep healthy and seek out new places and experiences. 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. Mountain biking in the lake district describes 24 routes in the lakes, offering some of the best mtb riding in the uk. If you havent yet tried exploring the langdale valley and lake district you will be in for a treat. Uk lake district secret ambleside mountain bike holiday. Weve spent years researching these biking routes so that on. Boasting everything from prime forest singletrack to the immersive fells and ancient mountain passes to reach those eyepopping epic summits, the lake district with its technical natural trails will leave you drenched with adrenaline.
The 192 page book is divided into five sections which cover all the bases introduction, short. It helps you to explore rides around walna scar, high street and borrowdale. You will need to book the bikes on the train, this can be done by phone prior to the day of your ride, or on the day at the dalegarth station, which is located on. There are many trails from flat gravel to steep and rocky and everything in between. Includes circular routes suitable for all abilities, from kendal to cleator moor in the northwest and keswick to winster in the lyth valley, including a circumnavigation of windermere. Best hotels near mountain biking in the lake district. The area is also filled with accommodation options and great places to eat, including the legendary wilf.
Road cyclists and mountain bikers are spoilt for choice in the lake district. Lake district mountain biking essential trails a fantastic book of 26 routes that shows the best mountain biking the lake district has to offer. It is ideal for those wanting to use cycling to get fit. Cycling, bike hire and cycle routes in the lake district. The book features industrystandard ordnance survey mapping, and is illustrated with action photography. Featured are 26 of the best mountain bike rides in. This guide features 26 mountain bike rides in the lake district, between 12km and 60km in length, suitable for various levels of mountain bikers.
There are a range of country lanes, permitted cycleways and bridleways to suit all experience levels, and you can be sure of fantastic views along the way. The lake district is widely considered to be the best destination for mountain biking in the uk and, with its plentiful and varied trails. Peak district mountain biking dark peak trails is the full second edition of the groundbreaking mountain bike guidebook dark peak mountain biking true grit trails, described by leading mountain biking website as far and away the best peak guide weve come across. Forest trails, high passes and ancient rights of way make up. Mountain biking in the lake district ambleside 2020. Based in the beautiful lake district town of ambleside this weekend is the perfect chance to bring your electric mountain bike along to explore some of the uks classic riding. Mountain biking in the lake district book twenty four graded mountain biking routes in the lake district, offering some of the best mtb riding. Mountain biking in the lake district cicerone mountain. Mountain biking in the lake district river deep mountain. Get quick answers from mountain biking in the lake district staff and. The best mountain biking in lake district 10adventures. Browse and book lake district accommodation online. Guidebook to 24 graded mtb routes of various lengths throughout the lake district. An instructed mountain biking session with us will be a journey with challenge, technical terrain, single track and rocky paths.
Ian boydons guide covers 24 popular routes all the key info is on hand straight out of the postmans bags, ian boydons guide to mountain biking in the lake district has arrived seeking the bikemagic seal of approval. With two great forest centres too, at grizedale and whinlatter, the lake district should be on every mountain bikers list. Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while you read mountain biking in the lake district. Lake district mountain biking is a compact guide to the best mountain bike riding in the lakes, exploring classic rides around walna scar, high street and borrowdale. Pdf mountain biking in the lake district download full. Click book on the booking form to view the number of spaces available for this trip. Great mountain biking in the lakes, we hired bikes, the staff were great really helpful and informative. A trip to the lake district is a perfect outdoor getaway, especially for hiking, mountain biking and road biking. Grizedale pike has to be one of the best mountain bike rides in the lake district. So here is a list of trails from around cumbria, mostly from around the south east as that is where i live, anyway click on a trail below to view description, directions, length and more.
Uk lake district electric ambleside electric mountain bike weekend. Lake district high mountains and high passes wildbike. Road cyclists and mountain bikers are spoilt for choice in the lake district national park. Mountain biking in the lake district cicerone mountain biking ian boydon on. Featured are 26 of the best mountain bike rides in the lake district, between 12km and 60km in length, suitable for all levels of mountain bikers. Mountain biking in the lake district by ian boydon books. The lake district mountain bike routes guide 27 routes. The mountain biking trails that youll bike on our bespoke lake district singletrack biking tour are fantastic, with literally hundreds of sublime mountain biking trails to choose from.
Mountain biking in the lake district book bike magic. It is for the cyclist who values fun, views and lunch stops over grimaces, effort and aching legs. We love heading to the lake district for some early season hiking in april or may. Mountain biking in the lake district gives great routes in a small place, letting you get the most out of your visit. All but two of the routes are located in the south and east lake district, so perhaps the book title would reflect its contents better had it been called mountain biking in the lake district, south and east. For many the mountain biking in the lake district is the best in england and wales and for some can rival scotlands world class variety. Mountain biking in the lake district a day out riding with river deep mountain high will mean that you are guided around great single track routes without you needing to find where the bridleways are, whats good, where the bogs are or how to get back to the car. The lake district has plentiful and varied trails offering some of the best mtb riding in the uk.
Try something new in the lake district mountain biking. Book your tour in advance hire a cycling guide to take you straight to the heart of some of the best road biking in the lake district national park and south cumbria. Read mountain biking in the lake district by ian boydon available from rakuten kobo. The lake district has a plethora of amazing natural trails zig zagging the varied terrain, with this weekend taking in the finest the central lakes has to offer. A guidebook of 24 short, medium, long and fullday mountain bike routes in the lake district. If you are looking for mountain biking routes, whinlatter. Uk lake district awesome ambleside guided mountain biking holiday. A fantastic book of 27 routes that shows the best mountain biking the lake district has to offer. A guidebook for 24 original and exciting graded mountain biking routes in the lake district, offering some of the best mtb riding in the uk. Pdf lake district mountain biking download full pdf. Our guides are all smbla qualified to trail cycle leader or mountain bike leader level, so depending on your skill level, fitness and experience, our enthusiastic instructors will tailor your session to. Have a really fun day enjoying the adventurous aspects of mountain biking the lake district. Richard staton, chris gore, john coefield, john coefield.