Scottish Borders Cycle Tour
- Location Lake District
- Duration a day
- Price from £160.00
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Highlights
This one day cycle challenge offers a different take on the classic coast to coast. This cycle tour takes you from the world famous Gretna Green on the West coast, over the Southern Uplands to Berwick-Upon-Tweed, on the East coast. The ride follows the entire length of the Scottish/English border passing through several historic sites and the fantastic scenery of the Kielder Forest and Northumberland National park on the way!
This adventure comes with a nights accommodation in Gretna, with dinner and breakfast before the ride. During the day there are a couple of refreshment breaks to keep your energy topped up, and a wholesome lunch put on by Wildlands staff. This is an excellent adventure to undertake of you are looking for a charity challenge that is a little different to most, and unlike many challenge event providers, we make sure that 100% of the money you raise goes to charity.
You have the option to stay the night in Berwick-Upon-Tweed and enjoy a celebratory diner with your fellow riders.
This adventure comes with a nights accommodation in Gretna, with dinner and breakfast before the ride. During the day there are a couple of refreshment breaks to keep your energy topped up, and a wholesome lunch put on by Wildlands staff. This is an excellent adventure to undertake of you are looking for a charity challenge that is a little different to most, and unlike many challenge event providers, we make sure that 100% of the money you raise goes to charity.
You have the option to stay the night in Berwick-Upon-Tweed and enjoy a celebratory diner with your fellow riders.
This adventure is perfect for individuals and small groups, and can be tailored for:
- Corporates
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Details
Day 1
Today you get to meet your fellow riders, and of course the Wildlands team who will be looking after you on this challenge event.
After checking in to your rooms there will be a safety briefing for tomorrows ride, and a uick check over of all bikes taking park in the event.
Once the formalities are over, it's time for a team dinner and a chance to get to know your fellow riders and the Wildlands team.
Day 2
After an early breakfast it's time to hit the road. Our ride leader will give a quick refresh of the safety brief then it's off!
The day starts out gently as you wind your way through the flats of the Solway Firth and Eden Valley, before the hills gradually start to increase. Our lunch stop will (weather permitting!) give fantastic views out over the Kielder Forest and Northumberland National Park. From here it's mostly down hill now as we head for the East coast. On your way the ride passes through the historic border town of Coldstream, before following the River Tweed to the coast.
For those that wish, there will be a celebratory meal this evening.
Effort Level
A challenging feat pushing you to your limits, you’ll have to dig deep on this one
- Chilled
- Active
- Tough
Inclusions
Comfort Accommodation
Please contact the provider for further details.
- Food Evening meal before the ride, breakfast and lunch during the ride
What's included
- Warm Clothing A warm layer which can easily be carried whilst on the bike
- Waterproofs a light weight waterproof jacket suitable for riding in.
- Food Any snacks/energy gels required for during the ride.
- Other Suitable bike, helmet and cycling gloves.
What you'll need
Cancellations
Custom Policy
- Cancel before 2 weeks of your adventure and receive a full refund (minus payment processing fees).
- Cancel within the 2 weeks before check in, there will be no refund.
- Alternate dates may be able to be agreed at no additional cost, but this is not guaranteed.
Location
Starting point:
Gretna Green, Gretna DG16, UK
Provider
Wildlands Adventure
Wildlands Adventure is the experience provider for Scottish Borders Cycle Tour