Reinstatement works at Aston Hill Bike Park are currently underway. The large number of trees identified with Chalara ash dieback have been removed and tree felling works have been completed. The carpark has been restored and we are continuing to work on reinstatement of safety access roads.

Bedgebury's dedicated Singletrack MTB trail follows 13km of exhilarating riding around the 2000 acre Bedgebury Forest, and is designed for mountain bikers who enjoy all the challenges that the sport offers.

Expect challenging climbs, tricky decents, berms, drop-offs and large rocks.

To find out about mountain bike hire, contact Quench Cycles, bike hire specialists.

Our bike hire partner, Forest Cycle Hire, offer guided rides with qualified mountain bike leaders that are experienced, police checked, and first aid trained. They have been guiding rides through the forest for years, providing happy memories for many groups from schools, youth groups and scouts to families and corporate groups.

Visitors with permanent or temporary limited mobility can hire one of two ‘Walking with Wheels’  trampers through the Countryside Mobility Scheme.

Trampers are off-road mobility scooters, which are easy to use and able to tackle a range of surfaces and gradients come rain or shine. You do not have to be registered disabled to hire a Tramper.

Maps of the routes will be provided when hiring.

Hire rates 

Price per Tramper: £2.50 per hour.

Visitors with permanent or temporary limited mobility can hire one of two ‘Walking with Wheels’  trampers through the Countryside Mobility Scheme.

Trampers are off-road mobility scooters, which are easy to use and able to tackle a range of surfaces and gradients come rain or shine. You do not have to be registered disabled to hire a Tramper.

Our Trampers are suitable for exploring:

Visitors with permanent or temporary limited mobility can hire one of our Trampers.

Trampers are off-road mobility scooters, which are easy to use and able to tackle a range of surfaces and gradients come rain or shine.

Our Tramper is suitable for:

Enjoy a tasty treat in the forest at one of Wendover's barbecue stands, bring along good food and company. Don't forget to bring your own charcoal and tools! 

Barbecue hire is £70 per day.

Wendover Woods has three barbecues available for hire. The barbecues are available to use all day, from 11am until one hour before site closure, and are bookable up to 30 days in advance. 

Enjoy a tasty treat in the forest at one of our beautiful barbecue stands, just bring along food and good company!

Our hire BBQs are bookable up to 30 days in advance. 

Small BBQ: £18 - Off peak | £26 - Peak

Large BBQ: £30 - Off Peak | £38 - Peak

Please note that there is no vehicular access to any barbecues but you can park close to numbers 3 to 8.

We are delighted that we now have an all-terrain mobility scooter (Tramper) available to hire.

We currently have one waymarked route approved for the Tramper to use. This is a stunning 5 mile trail exploring some of the quieter areas of the western side of the forest around Wood Moss tarn. We will have a shorter, gentler route available later in the year as soon as some trail improvement works are completed.

We are delighted to have two Trampers – the all-terrain mobility scooter - available to hire here at Whinlatter.

You can follow our amazing Wow trail with spectacular views of the forest and fells beyond as you discover the story of Whinlatter.

Learn more about the Wow trail HERE.

Visitors with permanent or temporary limited mobility can hire one of two ‘Walking with Wheels’  trampers through the Countryside Mobility Scheme.

Trampers are off-road mobility scooters, which are easy to use and able to tackle a range of surfaces and gradients come rain or shine. You do not have to be registered disabled to hire a Tramper.

Maps of the routes will be provided when hiring.

Hire rates 

Price per Tramper: £2.50 per hour.

Visitors with permanent or temporary limited mobility can hire one of two ‘Walking with Wheels’  trampers through the Countryside Mobility Scheme.

Trampers are off-road mobility scooters, which are easy to use and able to tackle a range of surfaces and gradients come rain or shine. You do not have to be registered disabled to hire a Tramper.

Maps of the routes will be provided when hiring.

Hire rates 

Price per Tramper: £2.50 per hour.

We’ve partnered with Countryside Mobility (a charity initiative, operated by Living Options) to offer an all-terrain mobility scooter (“Tramper”) for hire. The Tramper is available to any visitors aged 14+ with limited mobility. You do not have to be registered disabled to hire a Tramper.

We’ve partnered with Countryside Mobility (a charity initiative, operated by Living Options) to offer all-terrain mobility scooters (“Trampers”) for hire. Trampers are available to any visitors aged 14+ with limited mobility. You do not have to be registered disabled to hire a Tramper.

The red route puts the mountain back into biking and has been built for experienced riders with good off road skills and a higher level of fitness and stamina.

There are also fantastic views of Derwentwater, Bassenthwaite, Helvellyn and Skiddaw as the trail takes the rider to an altitude of 500m (1600ft) above Keswick.

Come and explore one of the Midland’s most well-known forests! With activity trails, play areas, bike hire, wild running and mountain biking trails, Sherwood Pines will set the scene for a great day out for all.

Take in fantastic views on this fast flowing route. From near Dixon's Hollow car park, you will enjoy on your way the amazing and challenging Medusa's Drop with its zigzags, berms and switchbacks, gorgeous views over Langdale from the northern edge of Dalby Forest and open countryside on Dalby Forest Drive.

It's a brilliant route for MTB enthusiasts, with spectacular views on the way.

A new way to explore the forest on your mountain bike - an orienteering challenge which explores the forest by using a combination of forest roads and parts of the Quercus mountain bike trail.

Navigate your way between control points to score as many points as possible in a fixed time.

We welcome responsible mountain bikers and riders. The Bike Park is now open, but may be subject to local closure decisions if overcrowding becomes an issue. Please check the link below for the most up to date information and to book in advance.

For those seeking more ‘thrill than chill’, Danny Hart’s Descend Bike Park is the perfect venue for more expert downhill mountain bikers.

The bike park is located two miles from the visitor centre and contains an array of challenging riding experiences from four-cross to full on downhill courses.

Ingrebourne Hill offers 3km of cycling paths for you to explore! There is also a dedicated 2km mountain bike course to practice your off road skills.

Eastridge Woods has a range of mountain biking trails for you to enjoy.

Revelation trail (Grade: Hard/Red)

The Revelation Trail is not for the faint hearted. Expect rocks, roots, mud, tough climbs and fast, tight, steep descents. 

This trail was created with the Eastridge Trail Partnership. 

Distance: 5.2 miles / 8.4km

Explore more than 10 miles of forest roads and trails!

Stunning views, clear waters and ancient settlements provide the perfect location for an unforgettable ride.

Visitors with mobility issues are welcome to use our free of charge mobility scooters, manual wheelchairs or manual trike wheelchair.

Is a mobility scooter right for you? 

Mobility scooters are easy to use, though do require a level of strength and the ability to be able to be driven without assistance. You will be given instructions on how to use the scooter on arrival. 

This trail connects the Kielder trail network with the 7 Stanes centre at Newcastleton in Scotland. 

To find out about cycle hire, tag-a-longs or electric bikes, contact our on-site bike hire specialists.

A longer ride on forest roads into some of the more quite areas of the forest, taking in some of the less viewed mere and mosses.

To find out about cycle hire, tag-a-longs or electric bikes, contact our on-site bike hire specialists.

Kiddens is one of our two blue-graded cycle trails. Kiddens is a singletrack trail offering more challenging terrain with greater changes in gradient.

To find out about mountain bike hire, contact our on-site bike hire specialists.

Hopton Wood has a range of trails for you to enjoy.

Warm-up loop (Grade: Blue/Moderate)

Warm up for your ride on a short loop of berms, flat corners and mellow climbs.

Distance: 1.1km (0.7 miles)

Qualifier (Grade: Difficult/Red) 

Extend your warm up with a taste of some of the technical features you’ll find on the Pearce XC.

Distance: 0.7 km (0.4 miles) 

Bedgebury Forest Cycle Club (BFCC) coaches work with their members to develop the skills and confidence they need to make the most of the mountain bike trails at Bedgebury. From beginners to experienced mountain bikers, juniors to adults, their skilled coaches welcome all riders. One to one coaching and courses available.

BFCC also host weekly rides, Junior Club (8-16yrs) runs, and race events for members.

Take in the 1,900 ft summit of Deadwater Fell which straddles the border and gives sensational 360° views from coast to coast before plummeting from the peak back down to Kielder Castle on specially constructed single track, packed full of features.

To find out about mountain bike hire, contact our on-site hire specialists.

A long and hilly route, taking in the many sculptures throughout the forest. The trail covers both sides of the valley taking in contrasting forest habitats and wonderful views. Be prepared for the hills!

To find out about cycle hire, tag-a-longs and electric bikes, contact our on-site bike hire specialists.

Wharncliffe Woods is a popular destination for mountain bikers. It’s a beautiful spot with some challenging natural trails. Please bear in mind there are no official waymarked, maintained trails, so It’s really important that riders make sure their experience and equipment matches the terrain they’re riding.

Please don’t build unauthorised trail features in the woods. They can affect the natural landscape and be dangerous as riders can have a wide range of abilities.