Cycling holidays in the UK

They say there's no place like home and our self-guided UK cycling tours are the perfect way to discover the allure of the beautiful landscapes, hidden villages, and wild corners of the British Isles.

Take on a wonderfully relaxed trip around the picture-perfect scenery of the Cotswolds, or discover the delights of Norfolk. Whichever trip you choose, all our trips follow a series of hand-picked routes that will guarantee that you see the best of what cycling trips in the UK have to offer.

All our UK cycling trips are made possible thanks to the best possible manual bikes and e-bikes which are thoroughly serviced prior to every trip. And while it's unlikely that you will, our team are always close by if you have any problems.

Look through our collection of leisure cycling holidays to discover the best-hidden gems and wild corners of the UK on two wheels from the mysterious, heather-clad moors in Scotland to the Cotswolds gentle rolling hills, or visit our blog for more inspiration.

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Types of UK cycling holidays 

Whichever way you'd like to cycle and explore the UK, we have options and itineraries to suit.

Self-guided UK cycling holidays

A self-guided cycling holiday lets you explore cycling routes without direction or guidance. That means that you can enjoy your UK cycling adventure at your own pace. Make as many stops as you like, for however long you like, and cycling at the speed you find most enjoyable, all without having to worry about catching up with the rest of the pack - or leaving them behind!

Our experts will provide you with a properly sized bike, puncture repair kit and full cycling briefing before you depart. From there, we provide full directions via our GPS navigation app, and transfers for yourself and your luggage if you choose a tour with multiple hotels.

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Guided UK cycling holidays

Our guided cycling holidays in the UK, managed by our sister company, Exodus Travels, let you explore by bike alongside likeminded travellers. You'll be led by one of our experienced local guides who will not only take care of the all-important directions but provide plenty of insights and knowledge about the locales through which you pass.

Typically, a day on a guided cycling holiday will involve setting off from your hotel, travelling through beautiful countryside, stopping in villages for a dose of culture and spot of cuisine, then heading off again to your next hotel, where your luggage will be waiting for you. If that sounds like your sort of cycling tour, learn more below.

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WHY BOOK WITH HEADWATER

Our cycling breaks in the UK are built with your comfort and convenience in mind. As well as providing a selection of your chosen tour area's most charming and desirable stayover spots, we'll also provide you with a high-quality bike for your tour, with upgrade options on rooms, extra nights and electric bikes all available to you.

• We're award-winning - Alongside others, we've been awarded the Best Travel Company for Central & Western Europe, UK Short Breaks, and Culinary & Wine Holidays by the British Travel Awards.
• We care about sustainability - Our People, Places and Planet Plan is just one of the many ways in which we are making our operations not just better for the environment but actively beneficial. We've committed to being Nature Net Positive by 2024 - doing real good for the locations in which we operate, not just offsetting our activities.
• Flexible travel - Whether you want to travel by air or train, standard or first class, from your regional airport or local international hub, you can tailor your travel plans when cooking a UK cycling holiday with Headwater.
• Great accommodation - All the hotels that feature in our UK cycling breaks are managed locally and checked for quality before we add them to our itineraries. We make sure that they are characterful, comfortable and always welcoming places to relax after a long day in the saddle.
• Delicious food - Both our self-guided and guided cycling holidays in Britain take you through areas home to plenty of delicious cuisine, and our team have plenty of recommendations to provide. Whether you're having breakfast at the hotel or heading out for a well-deserved dinner, you're sure to dine well.