Hey r/MTB,
My family and I will be traveling through the UK in March, coming from Bend, Oregon, where we ride fairly regularly. I’ve never ridden in the UK before, but I’m considering bringing our Kids Ride Shotgun attachment so my 3-year-old son can join in on some trails.
We’ll definitely be in:
• London
• Salisbury
• Edinburgh
• Devon
• Bristol
• Lake District
• Peak District
Also open to recommendations for Scotland—I’ve never been and would love to check out some great trails. Looking for a mix of solid solo rides and anything kid-friendly.
If anyone has a spare bike and / or wouldn’t mind showing me around, I’d gladly trade beer for a tour of your local trails! Appreciate any recommendations or insight on what’s worth checking out.
Cheers!
Nick
by Yoseclimber
6 Comments
Hope you like mud
Loads of trails in the Surrey hills not far from London. Leigh woods just outside Bristol is worth a look. Hopefully some others will offer some more suggestions.
Also get over to Wales if you can. Coming all that way and missing one of the best parts of the UK might end up being something you regret!
What do you like to ride usually, both solo and with the kid?
Glentress in the Scottish Borders (near Peebles) is an easy option for when you’re in Scotland, then. As is Dumyat Hill in Stirling. Right near the Wallace Monument.
New forest is a good destination, miles and miles of gentle tracks, the soil is fairly sandy so drains well (won’t be peanut butter), and the 3 year old will love all the semi tame animals you pass by. Horses everywhere. 25 miles away from Salisbury.
If you’re going to Bristol, it’s right next to Wales and there are a variety of riding destinations, including Bike Park Wales, that are within reasonable driving distance for a day out.