APPLECROSS PENINSULA
Those familiar with the west coast of Scotland will know that this just has to be, without doubt, one of the most strikingly beautiful parts of the UK. A combination of rugged coast roads and quintessential highland landscapes makes for some dramatic riding, with the bonus of the challenging climb of Bealach na Bà for those who like heading upwards on their rides.
The peninsula forms part of the North Coast 500 route and while this is not the easiest place to get to, it really should be on everyone’s bucket list.
Stay at Kinlochewe C&MC Site
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CAMEL TRAIL
Cornwall is blessed not only with miles and miles of stunning coastline, but also with one of the country’s best family-friendly cycling trails.
The Camel Trail, which runs from the picturesque seaside town of Padstow to the foot of Bodmin Moor, is perfect for riders of all ages and abilities.
The route, on a disused railway line, runs through some of Cornwall’s most breathtaking countryside, and is a ride of contrasts and changing scenery.
Rocky shorelines and golden sandbanks give way to woodland before morphing into granite-studded moors, all the while offering numerous places where you can stop to enjoy Cornwall’s finest ice-cream. Stay at Trewethett Farm C&MC Site
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NEW FOREST
The delightful, gently undulating landscape of the New Forest National Park is best enjoyed on the network of off-road cycle routes that criss-cross the region. With more than 100 miles of signposted traffic-free trails, there are few better places for a family-friendly cycling holiday.
In addition, those of you seeking a rather more strenuous challenge will find plenty of excellent routes from which to choose. Brockenhurst, regarded as one of the region’s most picturesque villages, also has an independent bike shop where you can hire all manner of bicycles and stock up on any supplies that you might need before setting out to lose yourself (figuratively speaking) among the trees and the wildlife.
Stay at Hollands Wood
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