Yorkshire

What's included

  • 3 nights accommodation

  • Breakfast and snacks each day

  • Extra meal on one selected day

  • Fully guided trip

  • Support Vehicle and luggage transfers

  • All repair & first aid equipment

Tour dates: July 4th - July 7th, 2024

Duration: 4 days

Distance: 237km

Grading: Intermediate-Advanced (see below)

Trip Overview

York was once projected to be as cycle friendly as Amsterdam and is England's second cycle city behind Cambridge. This fantastic four-day tour explores the beauty of the Yorkshire countryside and coastline on traffic-free tarmac and gravel bike paths and trails. You'll get to experience the true diversity of the of North and East Yorkshire including the picturesque The North York Moors, famous Flamborough Head, Robin Hood’s bay and the historic streets of Beverley and York. Immersed in tradition and bustling streets during the summer months, York is voted in the top 5 cities to visit in the UK. It’s a fabulous four day of cycling steeped in tradition, great scery and a welcome Yorkshire smile.

DAY 1 - York to Beverley (65km)

Starting out from York, we head out to the market town of Beverley. We ride south on flat terrain joining the solar cycle path from York to Riccal then head east through peaceful Skipwith Common, before joining the Howdenshire rail trail. We will stop for a pub lunch along the way prior to reaching Market Weighton. To reach our destination we join the impressive Hudson Way rail trail which cuts through the Yorkshire Wolds from Market Weighton to Beverley.

DAY 2 - Beverley to Bridlington (60 km)

A completely flat day as we head for the coast. We will initially head south and join the Hornsea rail trail. Making our way up the coast, we will take back roads and some A roads rolling through the green sparse pastures. Before reaching Bridlington we will join the coastal path along the beach.

DAY 3 - Bridlington to Scarborough (46 km)

A very special day along arguably the best section of the Yorkshire coatline. First stop is Flamborough Head followed by Bempton cliffs, one of the most spectacular areas of chalk cliffs in Britain. After a visit to Hunmanby Gap which is one of the best beaches along the Yorkshire coastline, we will have lunch at Filey, one of the most popular seaside towns in Yorkshire and is reowned for its abudance of fish and chips restaurants. Its then just 15km to Scarborough.

DAY 4 - Scarborough to Saltburn (66 km)

There is lots to fit in and lots to see on our final day. We will be riding through the North York Moors along the amazing Cinder track. We will visit the picture postcard villages of Robin Hoods Bay, Whitby and Staiths. Is traditional quaint Britain by the sea at its best! At the end of the day we will head back to York by train.

Distance

237km (4 days cycling)

Grading

Challenging Adventure 3/5. This ride is graded as ‘Intermediate’ and suitable for a semi-regular rider with medium fitness.

Terrain and Elevation

Day 3 & 4 encounter hilly sections which are steep in parts. The average amount of uphill riding per day is 400m and the highest elevation is 200m. The other two days are pretty much flat. We’ll use either back roads, country lanes or tarmac/gravel cycling paths.

Logistics

The trip officially starts at 11am a meeting point at York Station. If you are driving we will supply parking options after booking. On Sunday we will leave for Saltburn at 9am and aim to arrive in York at around 5pm. If arriving and leaving the tour by train, please book a train that leaves York after 6pm on Sunday.

Accommodation

Hotels are 2 and 3 star accommodation. Bikes storage options will be explained on tour.

Highlights

- Experience the beauty of the North York Moors
- Visit the natural wonder of Falmborough Head
- Visit the historic towns of York and Beverley.
- Feel the freedom of riding 5 of the best traffic-free cycle paths in Yorkshire
- Breathe the fresh air and take in the fantastic views of along the Cinder coastal bike trail

What to Budget for?

  • Train tickets to and from Harrogate (start/end point)

  • Extra food, snacks and other purchases

What to Bring?

Water bottle, money for dinner, extra food and refreshments, spare inner tube for YOUR bike, cycling equipment (bicycle, bike lock, compulsory bike helmet, cycle jacket, sunglasses, gloves and suitable activity footwear/clothing - no jeans please)

Price

Earlybird Single £495*
Earlybird Twin £395pp*
Full Payment - Single £575
Full Payment - Twin £475pp
Deposit £250

*book before 15th May, 2024