By on 28th August

We’re so excited for the Tour of Britain and it’s passing through some of our favourite destinations!

Has it given you the inspiration to have a go yourself? Here are some mini guides on everything you need to know before you set off on two wheels!

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Stage 3: 9th September 

Going through the Forest of Dean & Wye Valley

Speech House Hotel has a range of accommodation and bike hire deals or Forest House Hotel is a family run guest house and restaurant with a shed to lock up your bikes for the night. For more ideas there’s a handy list on the Pedalabikeaway website

Bike hire and guided tours – Pedalabikeaway‘s team have over 20 years experience in the area to offer expertise in guided rides and coaching and Dean Forest Cycles offer bike hire for all ages and abilities with trailers and child seats for little ones. Forest Bikes offer cycle hire, sales, repairs and will even deliver your bikes to your door.

Tour of Britain packages 

Tudor Farmhouse Tour of Britain Package

The Tour of Britain will be passing through our area during stages three and four on the 9th and 10th of September. Whether you want to visit both stages of the tour or simply enjoy the area during September, this package from The Tudor Farmhouse is designed for the avid cyclist. The package includes, two nights B&B in the barn or farmhouse rooms, dinner both nights and a map of all cycle trails for only £420 or Cider house rooms for £450! There is cycle storage available at the hotel and cycle hire can be arranged through Pedalbikeaway. For bookings and information on bike hire call 01594 833046 and quote the reference ‘Tour of Britain’.

©Tour of Britain 2013
©Tour of Britain 2013

 

Then to The Brecon Beacons

Cyclist-friendly accommodation – 

Check out the accommodation website  for you and your two-wheeled companion. Or Brecon Beacons Holiday Cottages have over 60 self-catering cottages  with Cyclists Welcome awards which means they have made a safe area for bike storage, washing and maintenance, and provide information about the many routes available.

Bike hire and guided tours – Drover Cycles are experts in exploring the national park on two wheels, offering cycling itineraries graded from “easy” to “strenuous” and the best local advice you could hope for.

©Drover Holidays
©Drover Holidays

Tour of Britain packages

The Gliffaes Hotel, Brecon Beacons
With stage three of The Tour of Britain passing through, Cwndu, Tretower and Crickhowell, The Gliffaes Hotel is in the prime location for spectators. It is only two miles for visitors to reach Tretower and three mils to see them zip through Crickhowell. For bookings on the 8th, 9th or 10th of September, you will have free access to the hotel’s bikes for half days and a free packed lunch for your ride or afternoon tea on your return. If you would like to bring your own bike they offer secure storage at no extra cost. Call 01874 730 371 and quote ‘Tour of Britain Offer’, valid only when bookings are made directly with the hotel. Package is £149 per night per person for standard double or twin B&B.

Tour of Britain with Drover Holidays
Ever wondered what it would be like to be a pro cyclist? Drover Holiday’s has some packages on offer for you! Discover the market towns and diverse scenery of Mid Wales as you follow the Stage Three route of the Tour of Britain. Take on the 120 mile route in a single day, or experiences the region with the two day package. Breakfast and bike hire are included in the tour price. The one day/two nights package is set at £245 per person and the two days/three nights package is £345 per person.

 

©Tour of Britain 2013
©Tour of Britain 2013 

Stage 7 : 13th September 

Onto the South Downs...

Cycle-friendly accommodation – Many bed and breakfasts throughout the South Downs are geared up for cyclists. They can be found on the Our Land website – www.our-land.co.uk – which highlights local businesses committed to sustaining and supporting the national park.

Cycling tours and rentals – whether you need to rent a bike or enjoy a guided ride with a qualified instructor, look no further than The Seven Sisters Cycle Company. From their base, you’re a stone throw’s away from dramatic coastline and a selection of great cycling trails.

Take, for example, The Malthouse in Cocking, which offers secure cycle storage, washing and drying facilities and luggage transfers. The Malthouse is towards the western end of the South Downs, less than a mile from the South Downs Way.

If you’re considering cycling the entire South Downs Way, So Sussex can make the arrangements. They offer options to tackle the 100-mile route over one day, two days or three days, complete with overnight accommodation and luggage transfers.

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