Cycling is the perfect way to explore the Lake District, with many routes suitable for experienced cyclists as well as beginners. The routes vary from country lanes and cycle paths to exciting mountain bike trails flanked by breathtaking views!
Cycling around the Lake District and Cumbria allows tourists to explore the lakes, stunning hills, picturesque villages and historical sites. Many long-distance cycling routes go through the Lake District, where experienced road cyclists can make the most of the Cumbrian landscape and its areas of natural beauty. Long-distance routes include:
- Hadrian’s Cycleway (National Cycle Route 72) – over 170 miles long from Ravenglass to South Shields. This famous route is ideal for cyclists interested in history and National Heritage Sites. Cyclists will enjoy a variety of landscapes, from seaside villages to countryside views, quaint villages and rivers.
- Bay Cycle Way (National Cycle Route 700) – over 80 miles long starting in Barrow-in-Furness. This route is mainly flat and takes you down the stunning coastline of Morecambe Bay.
- Lakes & Dales Loop, over 190 miles in length. This circular cycling route takes you around some of the best landscapes in the Lake District, North Pennies and Yorkshire Dales.
Cycling Holiday at Skelwith Fold
If you’re looking for cyclist friendly accommodation in the heart of the Lake District, look no further than Skelwith Fold. Our award-winning caravan park can be found in quiet woodlands less than 10 minutes away from Ambleside, close to Windermere Lake’s shore. Thanks to this convenient location, we have plenty of activities right on our doorstep, including cycle trails very close to our park!
If you don’t have a bike or don’t have space to bring yours along you don’t have to worry – there are plenty of bike hire options around the Lake District, varying from mountain bikes to e-bikes. One of our favourite e-bike providers is E-bike Safaris. They can arrange and deliver bikes directly to Skelwith Fold while you’re staying with us! When choosing E-Bikes Safari, you can also pick a guided tour or pre-programmed routes when you’re booking.
We have a variety of modern facilities to make your stay comfortable, including a playground and recreational area for kids, a library, reception and shop, laundrette, as well as beautiful woodland walks, fun nature trails, and more! When staying at Skelwith Fold, you can choose the best accommodation for you from our options below. We also have purpose-made facilities to wash your bike.
Stay With Us
Touring & Motorhomes
Our spacious touring and motorhome pitches are set in idyllic locations with beautiful views of the surrounding woodland! You can choose from premium or standard touring caravan pitches.
Your cycling holiday awaits, book your pitch now!
Glamping
Cycle in style during a stay in our luxury glamping accommodation, which caters towards couples and small groups looking to spend time in the heart of Cumbria without compromising on comfort. Guests can choose from luxury safari tents, intimate pods or family pods. Our Wagtail Hideaway Pod is also dog friendly.
Ready to bike around the Lake District? Book your glamping holiday now!
Holiday Cottages
Our self catering cottages are the perfect base from which to explore The Lakes. They are finished to a high standard with beautiful interiors and plush soft furnishings. All of our self catering cottages have private hot tubs – perfect for resting tired legs after a day on the bike.
Book your holiday cottage now!
Get in touch
If you’re thinking of visiting Skelwith Fold for a cycling holiday and have any questions regarding your stay, please don’t hesitate to contact our friendly team, we will be more than happy to answer any query you may have.
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