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Lake District Gravel Cycling Holidays

Gravel Cycling Holidays in the Lake District

Gravel Bike Routes - Cycling Weekend

Exploring the ‘Cake’ District on gravel bikes

When you mention the Lake District, most people think of the high rugged fells, vast lakes, and bustling market towns. However, not many know there are miles of stunning gravel tracks and quiet country lanes waiting to be explored by a gravel bike.

Gravel cycling holidays in this region are perfect for those seeking adventure off the beaten path. Gravel bikes have opened up previously unattainable routes, with their ability to glide over the gravel, as well as race along the tarmac. This tour is expertly guided to enjoy the riding, scenery, and many top-notch cafés.

Basing this tour out of Ambleside provides route options suitable for all weathers in every direction, ample accommodation choices, and great restaurants for evening meals.

With world-class gravel bike routes, this Lake District gravel cycling holiday will not disappoint. This tour showcases the terrain where gravel bikes truly thrive, offering cyclists the perfect balance of exploration and adventure.

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74 miles
Distance
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6561 ft
Elevation

Tour Highlights:

- Miles of flowing gravel trails
- Exploring the best coffee and cake spots
- Local insights into the area
- Accommodations that cater to bike enthusiasts

Lakes Gravel Weekender Holiday Packages

Select Your Package Level

Bronze

£205

per person

- 2 biking days
- Professional UK MtB guide
- CycleActive water bottle

Wanting to book your own accommodation in Ambleside? Then this is the package for you.
Contact us for details

Full payment required

Silver

£345

per person

- 2 biking days
- Professional UK MtB guide
- CycleActive water bottle

- 2 nights B&B guest house accommodation
- All breakfasts

£150 deposit with the final balance due 30 days before the tour date

Gold

£515

per person

- 2 biking days
- Professional UK MtB guide

- 2 nights, Signature Hotel accommodation
- All breakfasts
- Veloforte Energy Pack - 19 items
- CycleActive water bottles - 2 items

£250 deposit with the final balance due 30 days before the tour date

GRA trip Dates

2026 Trip Dates

All dates have availability (unless stated)

Duration

Friday Evening - Sunday

10 - 12 April 2026

12 - 14 June 2026

18 - 20 September 2026

Lake District Gravel information, Extras
Optional extras

Gravel bike rental

£110
Gravel bike rental

Specialized
Diverge Elite E5 (Or similar)

All rental bikes include a kit bag with pump, inner tube, multi-tool, bottle cage and lock

Helmet rental:

£5

Single room guarantee

From £140

2 nights - £140 (Silver), £260 (Gold)
There is no supplement for solo travellers who are willing to share a twin-bedded room with the same gender.

CycleActive will confirm the tour once the second person for the shared room has booked.

Extra night at the end

£145

£145 Double / twin room (2 people)
£145 Single occupancy in a double / twin room

Contact us after booking online if you require an extra night at the end (Can't be added during online booking)

Trip information

Duration

3 days - Friday evening to Sunday
(2 days of riding)

The biking

2 days fully guided
Professional UK cycle guide
Tour group size 4 - 8
Fitness grade 3
Skill grade A - B

Private, Corporate & Charity Groups

Bespoke dates can be added on request for group

Build a package around your needs.

Location

Our gravel cycling holidays are set up from Ambleside as the ride location.

Secure a booking

- £150 / £250 deposit + extras - Greater than 30 days before the tour departure date
- Final balance due - 30 days before the tour departure date
- Full Amount - Less than 30 days before the tour departure date

Terms & conditions

The bit people ask about:

Cancellation by you:
- Unconfirmed tour - Full Refund / move tour date
- Confirmed tour date > 30 days prior - Deposit only as a cancellation fee
- Less than 30 days to departure - 100% as the cancellation fee

Cancellation by CycleActive - you will be offered an alternative / full refund.

Travel insurance
From £28

- Book direct with Campbell Irvine
- CycleActive is an affiliate

Travel insurance

To find out more about our gravel cycling holidays in Ambleside, please read the full itinerary, or call our tour designers and chat through your questions in person.