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Cycling holidays in the Peak District

June 11, 2022

Have you ever considered cycling holidays in the Peak District?

National Bike Week is a great incentive to get your bicycle out the shed and dust off the cobwebs! #BikeWeekUK

This year the emphasis is on you and your community, encouraging cycling together and having fun. More people cycling in your community will help make a better world, improving your health, your climate, and your pocket all at the same time!

During lockdown any people took up cycling or rediscovered it, dusting off their old bike and have continued enjoying the views that you can only get when cycling. Some for exercise, some for getting to work, or to go to the shops. It's a trend we hope will continue!

Cycling holidays in the Peak District

If you’ve been inspired to get back on your bike why not consider a cycling holiday in the Peak District?

Our cycle friendly, luxury log cabins and gorgeous glamping pods are an ideal base for cyclists of all abilities. You can take life in the slow lane and enjoy our spectacular Peak District countryside views as you pedal along. For cycling routes and ideas check out our cycling page.

Bring your bicycle on holiday

Are you a regular cyclist? Is your bicycle valuable?

If so, our cycle friendly holiday accommodation is ideal. We have a spacious, secure cycle shelter, as well as a maintenance stand and wash down facilities. We provide a selection of route maps for both short and long bicycle rides, and there are plenty of off-road trails and routes from the doorstep.

Secure cycle storage at Hoe Grange Holidays

Family cycling holidays

We have bike rides for all ages and abilities, whether you want a casual bike ride along the many traffic-free trails or more of a challenge along the rugged off-road bumpy tracks.

Hoe Grange is ideal for family cycling holidays as you can access the High Peak Trial directly from the farm. There is no traffic and the trail is relatively flat, so it’s perfect for little ones. Pack up your own picnic and stop off to have some family fun and enjoy the panoramic views.

If you’ve only got room to bring the children’s bikes on holiday you can borrow our two adult mountain bikes free of charge when you arrive.

Leisure cycle routes

For longer leisure rides there are circular routes, including Carsington Water and our Hoe Grange Cycles, Cafes and Castles cycle route, along quiet country lanes and through quaint villages.

If you are worried about your fitness you can take things at a more leisurely pace and hire our electric bicycles to whizz up the hills. Check out our map of places to cycle to and where to stop off on route.

It’s always good to try something you have never done before, so for a bit of fun why not hire our tandem bike? It will certainly test your co-ordination and relationship!

Eroica in the Peak District

Road cycling

If you are a regular, long distance cyclist and want more of a challenge the Peak District offers some iconic road cycling routes with steep inclines. Once at the top you can catch your breath and admire the stunning views.

Mountain bike holidays

There are plenty of more extreme tracks for avid mountain cyclists. The Peak District offers some off the beaten track, rugged routes to really test your fitness and stamina. After a long hard days bike riding you can relax in our log-fired hot tub to ease any aching muscles!

Cycling road routes near Tissington

Guided Tours

To get the best experience and make the most of your time, why not take a guided tour? For something a little different you can go retro with a road bike tour with Glory Days on vintage bicycles. If you want a more challenging mountain bike experience opt for MTB&B

Glory Days retro cycle tours

These guide teams have done the hard work for you and know all the best places. They have researched, tested and considered every aspect of your adventure so your day is packed with epic scenery, delicious local food and fantastic company.

Riding your bike is a fantastic way to keep fit and active. Cycling is a good cardio workout with less strain on your knees than running. You can travel further afield and enjoy the countryside views as you pedal along. Getting outdoors in the sunshine not only boosts your vitamin D levels,  but is great for your mental well-being too.

We hope this has inspired you to get back on your bike! Your next cycling adventure starts here when you book your holiday at Hoe Grange!

David 


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  • star rating  Myself and my sister travelled to Costa Rica and Panama via Viva Holidays Ltd. The holiday was exceptional and one to be treasured forever. Andrew at Viva Holidays... read more

    Paula C
    July 4, 2019

    star rating  For the second year running, we have had a great family holiday at Hoe Grange. We had one cabin for the week, for two sisters and our elderly wheelchair-using... read more

    EJYork2013
    June 25, 2019

    star rating  lovely surroundings real farm country with chickens paying you a visit nice decking area to chill at the end of the day accommodation very good plenty to do nearby... read more

    vincent s
    July 28, 2019
  • star rating  Loved every minute of our stay, and so did the family and friends that came to stay. Excellent facilities in our cosy Hipley log cabin. By far the best... read more

    krimpenijssel
    October 25, 2019

    star rating  What a lovely weekend away! We stayed in the lovely gypsy caravan, which was a wonderful and really unique experience. We took along our two horses, who also had a... read more

    rachelthomas2015
    June 18, 2019

    star rating  Arrived and was shown to our pod, fantastic location and the pod was very good indeed plus we had home made bread and milk and tea and coffee. A... read more

    mickvfr
    July 28, 2019
  • star rating  We love this place. Very wheelchair friendly, really well equipped and comfortable, with easy access by car to lots of places of interest particularly Crich Tramway Village, Chatsworth, Bakewell and... read more

    David H
    October 25, 2019

    star rating  We have just returned from a short stay in one of the pods on site at Hoe Grange Holidays. We couldn’t recommend them enough. The pod has everything you could... read more

    Catboy86
    August 17, 2019

    star rating  We stayed in Skylark, one of the two glamping pods available at Hoe Grange in February 2020.

    Felicity & David welcomed us when we arrived to show us around... read more

    HelenLCarter
    February 6, 2020
  • star rating  Lovely place to holiday near to interesting locations and easy access to the High Peak trail and Carsington Water. Part of a working farm with fresh produce to enjoy during... read more

    Angie B
    August 3, 2019

    star rating  Felicity and David made us feel very welcome right from our booking. The pods are well equipped and spotlessly clean. The area is very peaceful with great views and we... read more

    Adventurer_12121
    January 30, 2020

    star rating  Second visit to the accessible holiday cabins at Hoe Grange. David and Felicity were as helpful and friendly as ever. We had a welcome pack of freshly baked bread, butter,... read more

    Charlotte M
    August 7, 2019
  • star rating  We had a lovely time staying in one of the incredibly well equipped pods. I bought my pony along and we had some great rides on the high peak trail.... read more

    plopster1
    June 7, 2019

    star rating  We stayed for a night in one of the cabins . The cabin was spotless and very well equipped , lots of extra touches were added like fresh eggs and... read more

    Ajtravels14
    February 3, 2020

    star rating  We love this place. Very wheelchair friendly, really well equipped and comfortable, with easy access by car to lots of places of interest particularly Crich Tramway Village, Chatsworth, Bakewell and... read more

    dghiggs61
    October 25, 2019
  • star rating  What can I say?
    Absolutely superb!
    We have just returned from a family weekend staying in Daisybank cabin and the Skylark pod.
    It was our first trip away with my... read more

    Wheelieuser
    June 13, 2019

    star rating  We spent four nights at Hoe Grange and had a lovely time. The location is fantastic and right next to the High Peak Trail. The cabin was very clean and... read more

    Big_Al_0000
    July 16, 2019

    star rating  Recently spent a week in "Pinder" and had a lovely time. The location is stunning - the site is nestled in a beautiful valley on the edge of the Peaks... read more

    Peachey167
    July 16, 2019
  • star rating  We stayed in the Skylark pod last October (2018) and had a lovely time. There was homemade, rustic goods (bread, biscuits etc) when we arrived. Felicity and David who run... read more

    KBarry
    September 15, 2019

    star rating  We wanted a complete break and some peace and quiet and this was perfect. The caravan was secluded with beautiful views over the countryside. Everything was spotlessly clean and well... read more

    joanne B
    June 4, 2019

    star rating  What a wonderful find. As our first experience of needing accessible accommodation we could not have wished for better. Beautiful well equipped lodges in lovely surroundings. We stayed in both... read more

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    April 3, 2020
  • star rating  We stayed in Pinder cabin and had a lovely stay, the cabin was spacious and comfortable, nice and warm after cold days out. The children loved meeting the animals and... read more

    Tiggywinkle15
    November 5, 2019

    star rating  We stayed in Rainster cabin for a long weekend 6 th to 9 th September. This was my 5 th visit to the amazing Hoe Grange. I had visited before... read more

    Jan Horsman J
    September 17, 2019

    star rating  It's been three years since we last visited but once we arrived it certainly didn't feel like it!
    We stayed in Hipley again which had had a refurbished wet... read more

    ElizabethA717
    September 21, 2019
  • star rating  On arriving at Hoe Grange in a downpour, we doubted if we’d made the right decision to go glamping, but after the warm welcome from David and a quick tour,... read more

    karenmD4738KD
    June 25, 2019

    star rating  Stayed last week, from 6th to 13th September in the log cabin called Hipley. This was amazing, it was our first visit but certainly not our last. Gold standard disability... read more

    548julie
    September 14, 2019

    star rating  We've just returned from our second visit to Hoe Grange. The suggested riding routes with stunning scenery were enjoyed by my daughter and I while the menfolk were delighted with... read more

    Jdrichie12
    July 11, 2019
  • star rating  A beautiful place to stay! Amazingly run family business! Everyone were very welcoming, friendly and cozy! The skylark pod we stayed in was very clean, cozy and well equipped! The... read more

    sophiee249
    January 2, 2020

    star rating  Another great holiday at Hoe Grange - such a great place for us all to holiday as a family - this time with a baby, a 3 yr old, a... read more

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    October 4, 2019

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