Pennine Bridleway MTB Holiday

Pennine Bridleway

Mountain bike through stunning landscapes of the Peak District and Yorkshire Dales
Overview
  • 1 - Flat as a pancake
  • 2 - Flat with some lumpy bits
  • 3 - Gently undulating
  • 4 - Undulating, some bigger hills
  • 5 - Rolling hills
  • 6 - Hilly but not too steep
  • 7 - Hilly with some steep climbs
  • 8 - Very hilly up to 25% climbs
  • 1 - Very little biking but keen to try 
  • 2 - Cycle a couple of times a week, a few hours per day on flat terrain
  • 3 - Can easily cycle half a day on more hilly terrain 
  • 4 - Can ride for up to 5 hours per day, gently undulating terrain
  • 5 - Can ride for 6 hours per day, some short, steep climbs
  • 6 - Can ride for 7 hours per day on hilly terrain
  • 7 - Comfortable biking for 8 hours per day including long, steep climbs
  • 8 - Cycle several times per week, can ride up to 10 hours per day, steep, physically demanding trails
  • Green - beginners and novices, flat, wide trails, no challenging features
  • Blue - intermediates with basic off-road riding skills, small obstacles, moderate gradients, some short, steep sections
  • Red - proficient mountain bikers, steep and rough, with some technical sections
  • Black - very experienced mountain bikers, very challenging with steep, technical climbs and descents
Total Distance
283 km (176 miles)
Number of days cycling
4 days
Elevation
Over 6000 metres of climbing and descending!
    Summary

    Ride miles of pristine off-road mountain biking trail, combining old railways, ancient highways and drove roads along the 'Backbone of England', through the Pennines on a mountain biking holiday designed just for you. Beginning in Cromford, located in the 'Derwent Valley Mills' UNESCO World Heritage Site and finishing in the bustling market town of Kirkby Stephen, the Pennine Bridleway offers mountain bikers the chance to ride the longest continuous off-road biking route in the UK.

    Prepare yourself for an incredible mountain biking journey through the beautiful Peak District National Park, skirting around Greater Manchester and into the glorious Yorkshire Dales. Think technical, rocky climbs and descents, grassy singletrack through beautiful moorland wilderness and incredible views around every corner on this fantastic mountain biking holiday. Most groups ride this over 5 days but it can also be ridden over 4 fantastic days of mountain biking. 

    Map

    Track

    Highlights
    Mountain biking the length of the Pennines, the 'Backbone of England'
    Panoramic views over Greater Manchester from the impressive High Peak District
    Weird and wonderful limestone landscapes in the Yorkshire Dales
    Biking one of the longest continuous off-road trails in the UK
    Enjoying stunning views of the Ribblehead viaduct, dating back to the 1870's
    What's included
    4 or 5 days of challenging off-road mountain biking
    5 or 6 nights of hand-picked, quality accommodation to suit every budget
    Transport from Kirkby Stephen to Matlock at the start or end of the trip (alternative transfers can be arranged, additional costs may apply)
    All baggage transfers between accommodation
    Official map of the route and accurate gpx files
    Detailed list of bike shops and a comprehensive route information pack
    Phone support from our experienced team
    Bike hire available as an additional extra
    Availability
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    Your biking holiday can be organised on any dates between April and September for groups of two or more people. Choose your preferred dates and contact us to start planning your UK mountain biking holiday now. 

    Trip options
    4 days / 5 nights (per person)
    Number of days cycling
    4
    Average daily distance
    70 km (43 miles)
    Fitness
    8
    5 days / 6 nights (per person)
    Number of days cycling
    4
    Average daily distance
    70 km (43 miles)
    Fitness
    7
    Prices
    4 days / 5 nights (per person)
    Guest House/Hotel - 4 people
    £710
    Guest House/Hotel - 2 people
    £970
    Luxury - 4 people
    From £30 extra/person
    Luxury - 2 people
    From £30 extra/person
    5 days / 6 nights (per person)
    Guest House/Hotel - 4 people
    £815
    Guest House/Hotel - 2 people
    £1090
    Luxury - 4 people
    From £30 extra/person
    Luxury - 2 people
    From £30 extra/person
    • We can accommodate groups of any size. If you have a group of 3 people or more than 8 people please contact us for the best price.
    • We use fantastic, tried and tested accommodation but more luxurious upgrades are available in some locations for a supplement
    • Single occupancy rooms are available for a supplement
    • Bunkhouse options are available in some locations if you wish to reduce the price
    • We can add or remove extra accommodation, change transport arrangements or add any other extras you might need 
    Example itinerary
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    Is the battery removable for charging?

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