Intro to Gravel Riding Weekender
Develop your mixed-terrain cycling skills on ancient byways and woodland tracks in the English countryside
What's Included?
Activities & Certified Guides
All itinerary activities with expert, local cycling guidesBell Tent
2 nights camping in bell tentsMeals
2 breakfasts and 2 dinnersTransfers
Arrival pick-up from the train station at a fixed time, and departure drop offEquipment
Mix of Sonder Camino gravel bike (drop bars) & Sonder Frontier rigid (straight bars)Small Like-minded Groups
Solo-friendly by design, join our small n’ sociable groups of up to 12 like-minded, active and outdoorsy people…
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What's it like?
Discover the joy of off-road riding on gravel bikes, following hand-picked routes through the beautiful landscapes of the Chiltern Hills
Pedal along the Ridgeway, Britain’s oldest road, learning key gravel riding skills and techniques from expert guides
Bed down under the stars in bell tents, enjoying après-cycle vibes around the campfire with a bunch of like-minded souls
Key Information
Day 1
Your weekend adventure begins!
Clock off for the weekend and get ready for an invigorating adventure, gravel riding and camping in the idyllic countryside of the Chiltern Hills. A designated 'Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty' on the doorstep of London, the Chilterns are a haven for traffic-free cycling and the perfect playground for honing your skills. Rock up in time for an evening meal and enjoy getting to know your biking companions beside the campfire.
Day 2
The Ridgeway & Ashridge National Trust Estate
Cycling
Rise and shine early to make the most of a full day. After breakfast, you'll have a safety briefing and an introduction to your bike, followed by a route overview and an explanation of what to expect. Over the next two days, you'll be taught about adventure prep and planning, equipment essentials and fundamentals of off-road gravel riding (including ascending, descending, gear selection, cornering and braking). Today's route features a blend of country lanes, farm tracks, trails and bridleways, including a section of the Ridgeway - Britain’s oldest road, which runs along the edge of a spectacular chalk plateau. You'll wind your way through the stunning Ashridge National Trust Estate with its endless smooth gravel trails meandering through ancient woodland lanes, ending at a fabulous viewpoint. Lunch stop will be at the Chilterns' coolest bike cafe, and in the evening you'll reflect on learnings from the day's ride back at the campsite, with a healthy home-cooked meal and sundowners around the fire.
Day 3
Grand Union Canal & Wendover Woods
Cycling
Recap on the techniques and experiences from yesterday, along with another safety briefing for the ride ahead. Roll out of the camp onto a carefully designed route which features slightly trickier terrain to reinforce and put into practice the same techniques. You'll encounter picturesque forest tracks, the Grand Union Canal, and the cycling wonderland that is Wendover Woods. This Forestry Commission site perched atop the highest point in the Chiltern Hills features a maze of sublime, sweeping gravel tracks through the woodland. By mid-afternoon you'll be back at the campsite, to pack up and toast to a great social weekend of two-wheel adventuring.
The Area
Logistics
Starts
Tring Train Station
18:30 hrs on Day 1
Ends
Tring Train Station
Afternoon on Day 3
Transfers
The campsite is situated approx. 4km from Tring station, and you'll be sent the address by the host after booking. Your host will organise a group transfer from the station to the farm at 18:30 hrs on Day 1. If arriving later then you should get a taxi to arrive at the campsite independently.
Travel options
For anyone arriving by road, cars can be parked at the campsite for the duration of the weekend. Your host will send you the address after booking.
Day 1
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Day 2
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Day 3
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
What is the food like?
You are in for a treat with the gastronomy on this trip! Lovingly prepared and served by the host family team, mealtimes have very much become a firm favourite for cyclists joining our Intro to Gravel Riding weekends.
Enjoy delicious home-cooked meals by the fireside on Friday and Saturday evenings as 3-course foodie delights are miraculously produced. Meals feature high-quality locally sourced produce with vegetarian and vegan options, plus a selection of brews and non-alcoholic drinks.
Breakfasts at the campsite include homemade Bircher muesli, granola, pastries, fruit, and of course excellent fresh coffee and tea for that morning boost! You'll also get some snacks to keep you going during the rides. On Saturday you'll stop mid-ride at the Chilterns' coolest bike cafe for a chance to grab a bite of lunch (not included) and a pit stop will also be factored in around lunchtime on Sunday.
Vegetarians, vegans and other dietary requirements and allergies can be catered for - please just request this in advance on your passenger info form.
What is the accommodation like?
An 'under canvas experience' in Bell Tents
You’ll be staying in a beauty of a basecamp, tucked away deep in the countryside - it will be hard to believe you're less than an hour from London! The weekend experience includes two nights in a canvas bell tent 'village', complimented by a cosy evening campfire: chilled, under-the-stars fireside vibes guaranteed. The campsite is set up with bell tents and separate eating and cooking areas to complete the 'under canvas experience'. The bell tents for sleeping vary in size, each sleeping either 2, 3 or 4 people. Depending on the makeup of the group, your guides will distribute the rooming arrangements and make sure that everyone feels comfortable. Bring your own sleeping mat, sleeping bag and pillow (or request a camp bed in advance with the host if you don't want to bring a mat). To top it all off, the campsite has comfortable and clean bathroom and showering facilities, to complete the luxury feel of this outdoor accommodation!
Upgrades
For solo travellers looking for their own space, an optional private tent can be booked for an extra charge (subject to availability). Please request this at the time of booking - a limited number of single tents are available and these will be confirmed on a first come first served basis. Note that this will be a standard design small tent as opposed to a bell tent. See Optional Extras for the price.
This trip has been rated as Moderate
This weekend is an ideal introduction to gravel riding. Previous cycling experience is required (i.e. you can ride a bike!) but no previous off-road cycling is necessary as you'll be provided with introductory-level guidance. A good level of fitness is required and you should be comfortable with the distances and elevations specified in the itinerary.
Far from being unscripted, the routes featured on this trip are specially designed to incorporate the best of the surrounding countryside landscapes and scenery, within a pre-planned structure that is suitable for the 'moderate' trip grading. A range of features, mixed terrain surfaces and gradients are included to provide multiple opportunities to develop skill and technique, and build confidence.
The hand-picked routes have been pre-ridden and risk assessed by the host, and daily ride safety briefings will give you advanced knowledge of the specific terrains and ride characteristics that you'll encounter each day. The group will stick together at a social pace throughout the rides, and re-group at regular strategic points along the route, including at any intersections and for any mechanical problems. There may be moments when you might prefer to get off your bike and walk for a short section, and the weather could have an impact on the condition of the terrains encountered.
Ride #1: Surfaces Approx. 64% unpaved, 22% paved, 14% asphalt
Ride #2: Surfaces Approx. 69% unpaved, 15% paved, 16% asphalt
This being England, it is fairly unpredictable! Average temperatures are lower for the early and late season departure dates so you should factor this in when packing your kit. As a general guide, it is best to come prepared for all eventualities, both on and off the bike, keeping a close eye on the weather forecast in the days running up to your trip. The host will be in touch to inform you of any weather-specific considerations that might come up.
Riding full stop!!!
Intro to gravel was actually intro to riding for me. Although I can ride a bike and have a very good level of fitness, balance and confidence on a bike were not on my side. I learnt so much and improved miraculously. John and Nick were so patient and dumb down all the instructions to keep me pedalling. So grateful and I’m already thinking about trying some new biking adventures gravel or otherwise.
Fantastic weekend!
I absolutely cannot think of anything critical to say about this spectacular weekend! John gave us a brilliant introduction to gravel cycling, talking us through the different types of terrain, and guiding us around varied and beautiful routes through the Chiltern Hills. The support and camping offer was next level - Beatrice's sourdough bread and overnight oats and homemade pizza were as much highlights as reaching the top of Ivinghoe Beacon, and then we digested and chatted around the fire before rolling into our bell tents for the night. I cannot recommend it highly enough - smiles all around.
Fantastic fun and great food
John and Beatrice who run this trip couldn’t be friendlier and make you feel super welcome. Whilst John takes care of the cycling and takes you on route that are both enjoyable and challenging, Beatrice provides delicious and abundant food. The campsite is clean with good facilities and easy enough to access. Would definitely recommend this trip
Perfect!
I had such a fantastic time. We were truly looked after throughout. Fantastic guides, exquisite food, great company. I was on my own but felt immediately welcomed. Highly recommend. Thank you for a brilliant weekend.
A weekend to remember
Had a fantastic time on this trip! John and his fellow guides were excellent and ensured everyone was enjoying themselves - even in rainy conditions on the Sat morn! Camp is in a gorgeous location & the meals were wonderful. We had a lovely group which was a mix of solo’s, duo’s & one family. I had only done a bit of road biking in London prior to this weekend and this trip was the perfect insight to gravel riding - something I will defo try again :) exceeded expectations all round - highly recommend!
Great Weekend
Well done to John and Beatrice and our great guides Nic and Jon. Despite the damp weather the weekend was all in all brilliant. Delicious food, (Beatrice's Cheesecake is something to behold), beautiful location and a really fun group of people to ride with. Would highly recommend.
Fantastic experience
Wonderful weekend for our whole family - a mixture of abilities and ages and John and the gang couldn’t have been more accommodating. The whole weekend was organized brilliantly with a fabulous campsite, the most amazing food all weekend and a brilliant team of guides. Can highly recommend to anyone who wants to do something a little different.
A fantastic weekend learning to
A fantastic weekend learning to gravel bike. Even as a competent road cyclist John taught me some brilliant tips to help me with off road riding. Beatrice and the team were amazing. Delicious homemade food, chat, camaraderie and the routes were varied, scenic and a little bit challenging. Just 10/10. And this was despite having the most shocking weather! All day rain, but that didn’t dampen our spirits. I’ll be back again.
Excellent weekend
Great guides (John & Nick), great food (Beatrice), picturesque countryside, quality biking, nice group. Top weekend all round
Unforgettably great weekend
It was a wonderful weekend with lovely, like-minded people - most of whom had booked solo. Bikes, guidance (thanks Nick and John), campsite and all meals (thanks Beatrice) were great. I can't wait for more gravel adventures after this epic taster.
I will remember and appreciate the experience forever
I had the most memorable weekend doing this intro course. I'm a newbie to cycling as I only started cycling this year and it is every other weekend. I don't have any road or gravel experience and um, John could tell, but John is such an excellent instructor and ever so patient with me when I was struggling just starting on the bike (I am used to upright bikes). He offered alternative routes which made me enjoy the whole day and appreciate the views. I also came away with so much knowledge which I will take away with me forever. Not to mention his knowledge of the Chilterns and he took flattering pictures and videos 😆! Also special mention to Nick for being an excellent guide and being so encouraging as well on the tough climbs, he also took amazing photos and videos. Beatrice provided amazing food and was accommodating for all types of diets, not to mention she has a great sense of humour because she found me funny.
Camping is a different story as this would have been my 3rd time camping but first time bringing my own equipment. Regarding the facilities, they are just right. I would recommend getting a lot of layers as the overnight temperatures are very unpredictable. The views are so amazing to wake up to I must admit and will dearly miss it. This experience has definitely made me want to cycle and camp often!
I would highly recommend this trip, even if you are not an outdoorsy person which I am most certainly not!
(Video in this review was taken by John)
Amazing intro and scenery
This trip was absolutely delightful. John is an amazing guide, his care and helpfulness were incredible. Beatrice made us feel at home in the middle of the campsite. The food was delicious and plentiful. The bikes were great and very smooth. Nick gave us gave us great tips as we were riding. What else can we ask more. Thank you so much for such a great experience.
Great Riding, Fantastic Coaching and Delicious food…..
What more could you ask for! John was a great instructor, giving the very best intro to gravel cycling, with great leading from Nick. The scenery is stunning and every level was catered for. The food Beatrice prepared was absolutely delicious and perfect for the energy needed. I would not hesitate to recommend this trip!
Absolutely fantastic adventure
I really enjoyed this gravel bike weekend. I'm not a very experienced cyclist and I wasn't really sure what to expect but it exceeded all expectations. John, our host and guide, was a brilliant teacher and I learned so much over the time there. Beatrice made the most delicious food and welcoming camp. Alessandro and Nunziella who helped out were full of useful information and cycling inspiration. I felt challenged on the rides but nothing was unachievable (as I say, I'm not an experienced cyclist) and the views and scenery were just beautiful. I would definitely recommend this trip.
Fabulous weekend!
From start to finish I had the best time. Led by John who inspired confidence to us gravel newbies with some fantastic rides, with support from Alessandro and Nunziella who were also great. The food by Beatrice was excellent. The bikes were perfect. My fellow riders were all great company, on the rides and around the campfire in the evening. If you are considering this, do it, you will have a brilliant time!
A great weekend
A brilliant weekend away, from the moment you arrived you were treated like family. Camp facilities were great, nice bell tents with camp beds. Seating area for food and round the camp fire. The food was excellent, home cooked and good options for breakfast. Picked up gravel riding skills on different terrain, routes were nice through the beautiful area.
I met gravel and we becaome fast friends
TLDR The weekend is heaps good, definitely recomend for any gravel or even cycling newbies.
I'm a confident road cyclist and wanted to try out this gravel thing. The whole weekend was lots of fun, very social and about as relaxing as two days of riding can get. We were a group of ten, with age groups from late 30s up, three men and seven women. We rode though beautiful countryside with a real mix of terrain but we never encountered any sections that felt dangerous or overly technical. The pace was like a leisurly group ride, you could usually chat comfotably with the other riders. There were a couple of sections where I could bomb down a hill but that was becuase I wanted to not becuase we had to.
The tour is run by John and Beatrice, they've got a super relaxed and friendly energy, I think we all felt at home very quickly. Beatice prepared delicious balalced meals for us at the camp and anyone's dietary needs were catered for. On the rides John was joined by a few other experienced riders in Alessandro, Nunziella and Tim. They were amzaing as well. Alessandro and Nunziella have done loads of adventrures and we enjoyed their stories arounf the fire in the evening. They were always ready to help out with your bike set up and provided loads of advice.
The facilities at the campsite were comfortable. The tents were spacious, I shared with two other lads and there was plenty of space. It's a not a private campsite and there were plenty of other families but I didn't have to wait for a shower and they were cleaned regulary.
If you're looking for an adrenaline packed weekend you might be disapointed, but if you want to dip your toe into an off road adventure this is perfect. You don't have to worry about route planning, food or even having a bike making it extreamly accessible.
Great weekend
Great weekend with John and Beatrice other like minded people From booking, pre communication, pre arrival information, to meeting our hosts and other guests - it has all been of excellent quality
- Atmosphere was relaxed
- Facilities for camping was great
- Cycling detail, informative
- And food for breakfast and evening meals was fantastic
Introduction to Gravel bike riding
Lovely area to cycle, well organised by John and his team, Lovely food, good company, with some challenging climbs, with good views to enjoy.
Great weekend!
Had a great time on the trip. Myself and my partner had very little cycling experience and were a little unsure how we would manage during the weekend. John was very accommodating for us and was able to provide us with an experience that was at our pace, while still letting the others go at theirs. We had a thoroughly good time and learnt a lot of beginner information.
The food and drink was excellent and plentiful. ,We had great company and good laughs. The facilities were much better than I am used to for camping experience. The tents were roomy and the toilets + showers nice and clean.
This was a lovely trip!
This was a lovely trip! The cycling was fun, the countryside was beautiful, and the food was delicious! John was a great guide and made gravel riding feel very accessible. Would recommend!
A fabulous weekend in the
A fabulous weekend in the Chilterns gaining confidence with gravel riding on a range of terrain. Superb routes in lovely countryside. Real thought and attention to detail in the briefings, camp facilities and food which was amazing.
Brilliant weekend cycling! Beautiful scenery and such great hosts. Would definitely recommend ❤️
Great trip, all staff at wild cycles were brilliant, couldnt be more helpful.
What a great weekend adventure! Fantastic hosts, amazing scenery and delicious food. As someone who has only cycled on the road, it was not too challenging and John provides plenty of coaching along the way. Can’t recommend it enough!
Loved every minute of my third MBA trip. The other riders were interesting and amusing, the venue was excellent and John, Beatrice and Nick looked after us throughout the weekend. Would definitely recommend!
The weekend was a great intro into gravel riding, pitched at a level to suit all abilities with a reasonable level of fitness. The equipment, food and accommodation provided were first class.
Great hosts, insightful and a fantastic location for anyone interested in an introduction to Gravel biking. Big thankyou to MBA & associates for another epic adventure: )
Fabulous hosts - could not have been better, nothing was too much trouble and the home cooked food was fantastic. The highlight was the confidence I gained through Jon's expert guidance and encouragement
Thank you to our camp and ride leaders! Hosted by the very excellent John, Beatrice and Nick. I was a first time gravel rider and first time camper. Slick operation from start to finish. The cycling was pitched to everyone in a way that gave them confidence. We rode as a team and we encouraged each other irrespective of different abilities and speeds. Great meals and hospitality throughout. Advice to those thinking of booking: you'll need grit, you'll leave with a unique experience. My only regret was not packing more snacks/creature comforts - but, first time camper, had no idea what to expect and it was still great.
Itinerary Activities
- Safety briefing, an introduction to your bike and a route overview
- Advice on adventure prep and planning, equipment essentials and fundamentals of off-road gravel riding (including ascending, descending, gear selection, cornering and braking) throughout
- Guided bike ride along the Ridgeway and through Ashridge National Trust Estate on country lanes, farm tracks, trails and bridleways
- Guided bike ride along the Grand Union Canal and in Wendover Woods on forest trails and sweeping gravel tracks
Guides
- Expert, local cycling guides
Accommodation
- 2 nights camping in bell tents
Meals
- 2 campsite breakfasts
- 2 home-cooked dinners
- Snacks to keep you going during the rides
Transfers
- Group transfer from Tring Train Station at 18:30 on Day 1
- Group transfer to Tring Train Station on Day 3
- All transfers during the trip
Equipment
- Mix of Sonder Camino gravel bike (drop bars) & Sonder Frontier rigid (straight bars)
Our trips are hassle-free by design. We include all the activities and equipment, as well as many of the meals, so you can simply rock up with your rucksack and share the adventure with your new pals.
Travel to and from the trip
Our trips do not include flights, trains or other travel to the start point and back from the end point.
Tips
Tips are not included in the trip cost; these are entirely at your discretion. If you would like to tip, the amount should be reflective of your perception of service and quality.
Personal Expenses
You know your own spending habits best, so please budget an appropriate amount for things like optional meals and drinks, shopping, optional activities, and laundry.
Travel insurance
Travel insurance is compulsory for all of our adventures and you are required to provide your policy information before departing. Your insurance should include adequate protection for overseas medical treatment, evacuation/repatriation, your baggage and equipment and the specific activities involved on your adventure. We also strongly recommend it includes cancellation and curtailment insurance, should you be unable to join your trip for specific reasons such as illness. Our recommended travel insurance provider is Campbell Irvine, as their insurance offers all of the above.
Visas
Visa requirements often change, and you are responsible for obtaining any required visas for this trip. Please check with your nearest embassy or consulate for up-to-date advice.
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What's included?
- Adventure bikes (see FAQs)
- Shared Bell Tents
What do I need to bring?
CYCLING
- Your own helmet (compulsory), which conforms to current safety standards
- Cycling shoes (bring your own pedals if using cleats)
- Pedals and saddle if you would rather use your own (these will be fitted to the bike for you. The host provides either flat or SPD MTB pedals and will discuss your choice with you beforehand.)
- Refillable water bottles. It is recommended that you bring cycling water bottles that fit into standard bottle cages on bikes (500, 600 or 750ml). Large sized or irregular shaped bottles would have to be carried in your backpack, adding extra weight and discomfort, so are best avoided.
BAGS
- Main luggage bag e.g. duffel bag or rucksack
- Small daypack (ideally 6-15 litres max) to carry basic essentials in while riding. Alternatively, a bumbag or frame/handbar bag.
CLOTHES
- Padded cycling shorts
- Sports tops or cycling jerseys
- Breathable wicking layers
- Cycling gloves
- Down jacket, fleece or similar for the evenings
- Trousers/leggings for the evenings
- Waterproof jacket
- Waterproof trousers
- Buff or neck scarf
- Warm hat
- T-shirts
- Underwear and socks
- Sunglasses/eye protection
- Sunhat
- Something to sleep in
- Sandals
SLEEPING
- Sleeping bag
- Sleeping mat
- Travel pillow
OTHER
- Power bank or solar charger
- Travel insurance documents
- Ear plugs
- Suncream
- Personal first-aid kit (inc. blister treatment)
- Personal items (biodegradable toiletries, sanitary wear etc)
- Personal medications
- Quick-dry towel
- Alcohol hand-gel
- Headtorch or torch
- Reusable water bottle x1 litre
Private Single Tent
Payable Before Departure
Private Single Tent
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We partner with the World Land Trust to ensure this trip achieves Net-Zero emissions. We also support their Buy an Acre programme, helping local communities to buy and protect natural habitats in perpetuity.
What's the number?
It works out on average at 32kg of CO2 emissions per person, including all local transport, accommodation, food, activities, guides, staff and office operations.
The only thing it doesn’t include right now is flights and travel to the destination. We do make an overall estimate across all our customers separately, but as we don’t book flights, have customers from all corners of the world, and no way of reliably knowing their travel plans, we simply can’t include an individual number in the figure on display here. We’ve got a goal to fix that, so that when you book, there is a way to measure and mitigate the carbon emitted by your flight too.
But what does the number mean?
Yep, hard to picture eh? To give you an idea:
- Driving 1000miles/1609km would be approx. 281kg of CO2 in an average car (or 140.5kg per person if there was 2 of you in it).
- A return economy class flight London - New York would be approx. 1,619kg (1.66 tonnes) per person.
- 10 trees in a temperate forest are estimated to remove approx. 250kg of CO2 from the air in a period of 5-10 years.
What are we doing about it?
Our trips are relatively low-carbon by design, and we're working with all our hosts to develop long term carbon reduction plans. We partner with the World Land Trust to ensure this trip achieves Net-Zero emissions. We also support their Buy an Acre programme, helping local communities to buy and protect natural habitats in perpetuity, ensuring the protection of the reserve and its wildlife.
Want to know more?
Amazingly, no international travel company has ever publicly published their carbon measurements before, as far as we know. We believe that must change, quickly. So we’re openly sharing the method we used in the hope that other companies will be able to more easily follow suit and build on what we've done so far. You'll find it all here.
It's no secret that we love cycling and many of us at HQ think it's the best way to see a country, however, we realise that organising your own cycling trip can be a total faff, let alone getting a gang of like-minded people on board. On our cycling trips, we've found a local host who has put together a perfect itinerary and will navigate for you all the way. Faff eliminated! All you have to do is turn up, pedal and take in the landscape with your fellow adventurers. You don't need to be a lycra-clad 'roadie' although they're welcome too!
This UK gravel riding weekend is about more than just riding a bike. Your host focuses on getting social aspects spot-on for everyone as well. Relax and unwind in a fabulously comfy canvas camp, sit around the campfire, and meet and chat to your fellow adventurers. Mealtimes are special occasions and enjoyed together around the dinner and breakfast table set in stunning surroundings. Your food is freshly prepared using the best, wholesome ingredients - expertly combined to create some extraordinarily tasty and delicious meals! Have a read of the wonderful customer reviews and get in touch with Much Better Adventures if you have any queries before booking.
Gravel riding means embracing the variety of mixed-terrain cycling routes to allow a deeper exploration into, and connection with, the natural environment, as opposed to being confined to only following the road network. A range of bike styles can be used for this blend of very accessible off-road riding, but purposely designed gravel bikes are typically rigid frame models with drop handlebars and knobbly tyres, with their geometry and gearing somewhere between a mountain bike and a road bike.
You'll be taught about adventure prep and planning, equipment essentials and the fundamentals of off-road gravel riding - including ascending, descending, gear selection, cornering, braking and riding on varied terrain.
High-quality bike hire is included for all bookings on this trip. Gravel adventure bikes are included and you will be allocated one pre-trip based on your height. They are well-maintained by the host team and you'll be guided through their characteristics before commencing riding. The host has a fleet comprising of two bike models - Sonder Camino (drop bars) and Sonder Frontier (straight bars). After booking you'll be able to speak directly to the host to share your height (for correct frame size allocation), ask any questions, and express your preference for which bike you would like to ride. Note that there may be limited availability of one option over another (drop or straight bar) as they are allocated on a first come first served basis.
Yes, if you prefer, then it is fine to bring your own bike. This should be a gravel bike (but mountain bikes could also be used), with a minimum tyre width of 40mm and a tread pattern suited to a variety of off-road terrains. It would be your responsibility to ensure that your bike and any equipment are in safe working order and suitable for the type of riding that this trip involves. You should bring a multitool, puncture repair and/or tubeless repair kit. Please make the host aware in advance should you plan to bring your own bike, and if in doubt of its suitability then just ask. No discounts can be made on the trip price if deciding not to utilise the included bike hire. There is space for bikes to be loaded onto the transfer vehicle from the train station meeting point at the start of the trip.
You'll be able to fill up your re-fillable water bottles at the campsite in the mornings and at several points during the rides.
Sure can! Over 70% of our travellers travel solo, it’s a great way to meet like-minded people.
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For customers joining this trip from other international destinations – please also read the official travel advice applicable to your country of residence/origin, as this may differ.
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All of our group adventures are specially designed for adults to enjoy (18+) as we want these adventures to bring together outdoorsy people who are truly like-minded. Children can be accommodated on some private departures.
You're always in good company on one of our adventures.
Our trips are typically made up of a mixture of solo travellers and small groups of 2 or 3 friends, with most in their 30s-50s.
Our sociable adventures are solo-friendly by design and naturally attract outdoorsy people with a shared mindset; a love for adventure, a desire to push themselves and meet awesome, like-minded people along the way.
It’s this camaraderie that has so often turned a great adventure into a life-changing one.
Don't just take our word for it:
- 95% of people rate the group dynamics on our trips 5/5
- 90% of people recommend joining a trip to make new friends
- 75% of people have met people on our trips that they would now consider friends
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DEPARTURE DATES
Friday 30th May 2025
to Sunday 1st June 2025
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