Lake District bike hire
There are many places to hire bikes in the Lake District, offering a variety of options to suit different needs and abilities. Whether you’re looking for a leisurely ride along the lake shore or a more challenging mountain biking adventure, you’re sure to find something to enjoy.
Hiring a bike in the Lake District can greatly enhance your visit
Explore at your own pace
Cycling allows you to cover more ground than walking while still enjoying the scenery and fresh air. You can set your own pace and stop whenever you like; to take photos, have a picnic, or simply admire the view.
Enjoy the scenery
The Lake District is renowned for its stunning landscapes, and cycling is a fantastic way to experience them up close. You’ll be able to appreciate the beauty of the lakes, mountains, and valleys from a unique perspective.
Get some exercise
Cycling is a great way to stay active and healthy while on holiday. It’s a fun and enjoyable way to get some exercise and fresh air, and you’ll feel invigorated after a day on the bike.
Family fun
Cycling is a great activity for families with children of all ages. It’s a fun way to spend time together outdoors and create lasting memories.
Lake District electric bike hire
If you’re put off by the many hills…
E-bikes offer significant advantages over regular mountain bikes for those with lower fitness levels, casual riders, families with children, older adults, or individuals with injuries or physical limitations.
The pedal assist feature makes tackling the region’s challenging hills and covering longer distances much easier, opening up cycling to a wider range of people.
Whether you’re looking for a more leisurely ride or want to explore more remote locations without overexerting yourself, an e-bike can enhance your experience and make cycling in the Lake District more accessible and enjoyable for everyone.
Bike hire Keswick
Keswick is a great base for exploring the northern Lake District.
It has a good selection of accommodation options, and is close to several popular cycling routes, including the Keswick Railway Path and the Whinlatter Forest trails.
Whinlatter Bikes
With a large fleet of rental bikes to get you riding. Rolling through the hills around Keswick with some electric assistance or getting your sweat on exploring the lake, Whinlatter Bikes have got you covered.
82 Main St, Keswick CA12 5DX
E-Venture Bikes
Hire a bike to enjoy the Lake District at E-Venture Bikes. With a simple booking system to choose the right bike for the type of riding you want to do.
Elliot Park, Keswick CA12 5NZ
Lake District off-road
Plan your own route prior to hiring your e-bike or, the Lake District Off-road staff can advise or provide you with a route based on your time frame and difficulty of your chosen ride.
Derwent bay, Keswick CA12 5UB
Cyclewise Whinlatter Bike Hire, Shop & Courses
Experience the thrill of mountain biking with our top-notch bike hire services at Whinlatter Forest, one of the UK’s leading trail centres. Trail map [pdf].
Whinlatter Forest, Whinlatter Pass, Braithwaite, Keswick CA12 5TW
Bowness and Windermere bike hire
Windermere is the largest lake in the Lake District and offers a variety of cycling routes, from leisurely lakeside rides to more challenging climbs.
The town of Windermere has a wide range of accommodation options to choose from.
Total Adventure Bike Hire
Hire from two locations on the eastern side of Windermere, so the first thing you need to do is choose which of our hire venues will serve you best.
9 Church St, Windermere LA23 1AQ
Country Lanes Cycle Centre
Cycle hire runs from 9.30am to 4.30pm (10am to 4pm during winter) and includes helmets, locks, maps, puncture resistant tyres and a mechanical support service.
Windermere Railway Station, Station Precinct, Windermere LA23 1AH, UK
Windermere Canoe and Kayak
This is the sister venue to Total Adventure Bike Hire – For traffic-free family-friendly rides in the Lakes. From their Ferry Nab hire shop you can hop straight onto the Windermere Ferry for a trip across the water, and then a ride to Wray Castle.
B5285, Windermere LA23 3JH
Hawkshead bike hire
Grizedale bike trails
Whether you’ve just bought your first bike, or you’re happy shredding through rock gardens, Grizedale Forest offers a fantastic opportunity for natural cycling.
Their famous mountain bike routes will spoil you for choice.Trail map [pdf]
Hawkshead Bike Hire
There is a network of cycle routes that take you to famous locations such as Lake Windermere, Hill Top and Wray Castle. For the more experienced rider, there are fantastic routes towards Coniston and the Langdales.
Main St, Hawkshead, Ambleside LA22 0NS
Biketreks Grizedale Forest bike hire
Grizedale forest is a popular destination for cycling so, book online at least 20 hours before you plan to start your hire. They do take walk ins but, if you don’t book but it is a case of first come first served
Grizedale, Forest, Ambleside LA22 0QJ
Bike hire Ambleside
Ambleside is another popular choice for cyclists, with easy access to the central Lake District.
It’s a great starting point for exploring the Langdale Valley and the surrounding fells.
Ghyllside Cycles
With amazing riding straight from the shop, and some of the best views in the UK, explore some of our local trails on a hire bike.
The Slack, Ambleside LA22 9DQ
Grasmere bike hire
Grasmere is a charming village in the heart of the Lake District, surrounded by beautiful fells and valleys. It’s a great base for exploring the central Lake District.
Sadly there are no bike hire services in Grasmere itself, though you can get an e-bike delivered to your door!
E-Bike Safaris
One day or multi day E-Bike Rentals delivered to your door. The Hybrid Touring E-Bikes provided by E-Bike Safaris are suitable for all cyclists (age 14+ years) irrespective of your fitness.
15 Milnthorpe Rd, Kendal LA9 5QQ
Coniston bike hire
Coniston is a quieter alternative to Windermere, with a more relaxed atmosphere.
It’s a great base for exploring the southern Lake District and has some challenging cycling routes nearby, including the famous Hardknott Pass.
Coniston Boating Centre
Hop on an electric bike and explore Coniston from Coniston Boating Centre. Take your pick from loads of exhilarating routes, whatever your ability. Our team can help you pick the right route and give you a map to take with you.
Lake Rd, Coniston, LA21 8AN
Wheelbase Staveley bike store – No bike hire
If you’re staying in Staveley, it no longer has a local bike hire service, though it remains a great hub of cycling activity.
Pop in to Wheelbase and ask the staff for tips on where to ride!
Wheelbase Cycles
Sadly no longer hiring bikes. They are still have demo days if you want to give a new bike a try before you buy. And, they have a massive selection of bikes in their showroom so their’s planty to choose from.
Staveley Mill Yard, Back Ln, Staveley, Kendal LA8 9LR
E-Bike Safaris
One day or multi day E-Bike Rentals delivered to your door. The Hybrid Touring E-Bikes provided by E-Bike Safaris are suitable for all cyclists (age 14+ years) irrespective of your fitness.
15 Milnthorpe Rd, Kendal LA9 5QQ
No matter where you choose to stay
You’ll be sure to find plenty of opportunities for cycling in the Lake District. With its stunning scenery and varied terrain, it’s a truly unforgettable place to explore on two wheels.
More parking and transport options around the Lake District
Visiting the Lake District in May
Look forward to warmer weather, longer days, fewer (hopefully) rain showers than April, and it’s the start of festival season.
Visiting the Lake District in March
Planning to visit the Lake District in March? Good idea. Winter’s packing its bags and the first signs of spring are creeping in!
Visiting the Lake District in April
Expect warmer weather, colourful flowers – daffodils are still strutting their stuff before the bluebells start blanketing the landscape
Visiting the Lake District in February
If you’re planning to visit the beautiful Lake District in February, you can expect snow-capped fells, quieter roads, and fewer crowds!
Keswick car parks – when and where can I park?
Keswick is the most popular tourist destination in the northern Lake District so, as you might expect, parking is at a premium
Finding a Lake District parking place and other transport tips
Check out these alternate ways to get around or the best places to get parked once you reach your destination town or village.
Looking for Parking in Coniston?
It’s an age-old problem in the Lake District. Where can I park? It’s a beautiful place so everybody wants to come. And most people drive..
Parking In Windermere – When and Where can I park?
It’s beautiful here so everybody wants to come. Which means it gets busy, so parking is at a premium and it’s not cheap
Ambleside boat trips and water sports
You can’t visit the Lakes without taking to the water at some point. And, one of the best ways to see the spectacular scenery is from a boat!
Hawkshead Parking – 2 places to find a space
Hawkshead village centre is a car-free zone, however there are still a couple of car parks and ways to get into and around the village!
Where can I park in Ambleside?
It’s an age-old problem in the Lake District. Where can I park? It’s a beautiful place so everybody wants to come. And most people drive..
Visiting the Lake District without a car
There are lots of ways to see the Lakes. If you feel like taking a break from driving then check out these alternate ways to get around
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