Useful Links

Bridge Bike Hire hire bikes on the Camel Trail from Wadebridge.  The Camel Trail is a disused railway line, meaning it is mostly flat, off road and family friendly.  You can cycle just over 5 miles to Padstow or head inland through beautiful woodland all the way to the moors.  Open seven days a week all year round. Tel: 01208 813050 http://www.bridgebikehire.co.uk

Luggage Transfers

  We work with http://www.luggagetransfers.co.uk for those of you picking up bikes from the Airport or Train Station or touring Cornwall on our bikes.  They run a professional reliable service which allows you to relax about how much you pack and enjoy your cycling.

ACCOMMODATION FOR TOURING CORNWALL

Cornish Youth Hostels

We have some wonderfully situated Youth Hostels across Cornwall including Treyarnon, Perranporth, Boscastle and Penzance.  With fantastic views and all close to the National Cycle Network they are a great option for those wishing to try a little touring. http://www.yha.org.uk/places-to-stay/region/south-west/cornwall

Brookdale B&B is beautiful, welcoming and situated close to the centre of Wadebridge and the Camel Trail.  It is perfect as a starting point for touring Cornwall or a lovely base for exploring North Cornwall. http://www.brookdalebandb.co.uk/index.html

Trevarne is situated on the scenic route to Falmouth right in the heart of Rosamund Pilcher and Daphne du Maurier country.  Wonderful views down to Mawnan Smith reaching towards the Roseland Peninsula this is a wonderful stop, close to spectacular gardens and great eateries. http://www.trevarn.co.uk/

Number One  A beautiful house situated overlooking St Austell.  Perfect for touring or exploring the Clay Trails, Eden Project, St Austell, Heligan Gardens and beyond. http://www.numberonebandbstaustell.co.uk

SELFCATERING AND FAMILY ACCOMMODATION

Butterwell Farm

Butterwell Farm has four holiday cottages on a private 40-acre nature reserve on the banks of the River Camel in North Cornwall.
https://butterwellfarm.com/

Mesmear have luxury Holiday Cottages near the surfing beach of Polzeath.  We work with them to provide luxury breaks which can include as much cycling as you like.  Vicky the owner is a keen road cyclist and is happy to accompany others along her favourite routes.  We also offer adventure weekends, which are proving popular for Hen doo's and groups where you can cycle, surf and explore during the day and relax with your meals made for you and a hot tub of an evening.  Get in touch with us for more details and check out their website to view the luxury.  http://mesmear.co.uk

The Park, Mawgan Porth.  This is an exciting development close to the beach in Mawgan Porth with all sorts of accommodation from Eco homes and apartments to Yurts, airstreams and caravans.  This unique and stylish site is set up for families, couples and groups and has a wonderful cafe, serving lots of wholesome homemade foods and a wonderful pool. http://www.mawganporth.co.uk

The Old Barn, Tregonetha. Really fantastic, exclusive self catering accommodation in a beautiful part of Cornwall.  Guests we have provided bikes for have really had a lovely time. Have a look at the website http://www.oldbarncornwall.co.uk

Trevorrick is a wonderful complex just outside of St Issey comprising of a number of self catering cottages and is a lovely family run business which is very family friendly.  Melanie has a number of child friendly animals within the farm yard including ducks and rabbits an she sells fresh eggs to her huest from the farm house.
http://www.trevorrick.co.uk

 

Merlin Farm Holiday Cottages are 4 and 5 star Eco friendly, beautifully designed cottages set in fantastic countryside near Mawgan Porth.  They have won numerous awards and have gone out of their way to make sure everyone is catered for to the highest standards, adults, children and dogs alike.  http://www.merlin-farm-cottages-cornwall.co.uk

The Point, Polzeath, is the only place we know in Cornwall where they have a golf course, landing strip for small planes, spa, indoor pool, gym and the best bit as far as we are concerned - specifically made cycle trails to both Rock and Polzeath.  With a number of self catering homes available its a wonderful base for a stay in North Cornwall.                    www.thepointatpolzeath.co.uk

Cornwall Holiday Cottages.  From rural retreats to beach side hideaways, Cornwall Holiday Cottages have holiday cottages you will fall in love with.            http://www.classic.co.uk/browse-holiday-cottages/Cornwall--1.htmlstays.co.uk

Holiday Cottages Cornwall. These ladies can help you find somewhere lovely to stay in Cornwall and know all about what to do while your here - including hiring our bikes and exploring the wonderful countryside!
http://www.cornishhorizons.co.uk

Harbour Holidays based right in the heart of Padstow on the Quay are property manages for some wonderful holiday cottages in and around the Padstow area.  http://www.padstow-self-catering.co.uk/

Cole Rayment & White specialise in self-catering holiday cottages and accommodation along the North Cornish Coast and surrounding area, with offices in Padstow and Rock.  www.crwholidays.co.uk

Treyarnon Bay Farm Cottages are nestled in the valley just a few hundred yards from the beach and are beautifully converted barns.
http://www.treyarnonbayfarmcottages.co.uk

Ocean Blue self catering apartments are individually decorated and look out on one of my favourite beaches in the whole of Cornwall, Treyarnon. Having spent every summer of my childhood living in a caravan at Treyarnon I have very fond memories of the place and the people. These new apartments are within strolling distance of the beach and the wonderful coastal paths which lead you from beach to beach for miles on end.
http://www.oceanbluecornwall.co.uk

Perfect Stays is an exclusive holiday accommodation provider offering some of the most spectacular holiday homes in the area.  They specialise in providing the best that Cornwall has to offer and that includes 24 hour concierge service.  http://www.perfectstays.co.uk

The Beach House Company is a sister company to Perfect Stays offering all the same exclusive services for houses by the beach across Cornwall and Devon. www.thebeachhousecompany.co.uk

Portscatho Holidays - Portscatho Holidays offers the largest selection of self-catering holiday cottages in Cornwall. Set on the beautiful Roseland Peninsula in South Cornwall, we have a choice of waterside coastal cottages, contemporary homes and traditional country cottages. We provide also a wide selection of dog friendly cottages and luxury, 5 stars cottages. Last but not least, visit our site regularly for great last minute cottages deals in Cornwall.  www.portscathoholidays.co.uk

Hotels

Merchant House Hotel, Truro

A friendly, welcoming place to stay if you’re wanting to explore the beautiful views of Cornwall. Their free parking, free speedy WiFi, complimentary tea and homemade cake on arrival, comfy bed and cracking Full English breakfast is what makes them the best place to stay in Truro.  Merchant House makes the perfect base for exploring Cornwall by bike and their friendly welcome is second to none. If you’re bringing your dog with you, you may find he takes centre stage, even receiving a little goodie bag on arrival!

For more information about Merchant House or to book please visit their website www.merchant-house.co.uk

The Lugger at Port Loe- named “Best Seaside Hotel” by the Sunday Times – sits in the heart of Portloe on the water’s edge. Its 22 bedrooms are each decorated with rich Portuguese woods, alongside deluxe showers and fine linens. The hotel also boasts a two AA Rosette restaurant where you can enjoy the best of local produce and cuisine, much of which is freshly hauled from the depths by the village’s resident fishing vessels.  It's a magical place and the first place I know who give their customers water pistols to squirt at the seagulls to keep them at bay, works like a treat! http://www.luggerhotel.co.uk/

The Carlton Hotel

A small boutique style hotel in Newquay, offering bed and breakfast.  Their focus is luxury, tranquillity and service.  Situated in the quieter part of Newquay on the beautiful Towan headland, the Atlantic ocean is on your doorstep.  Newquay has good cycling routes and you can foolow the coastal bike trail all the way to Crantock.  A lovely day out.  http://www.carltonhotelnewquay.co.uk

Campsites and Caravan Parks

Mother Ivey's Bay is an award winning campsite that right on the North Cornwall coast with direct access to one of the most beautifully beaches locally.  The whole site is beautifully presented.  Beautiful place to explore from and the bikes are perfect for nipping to the local shop.

South Penquite farm is a wonderful, environmentally friendly campsite in the most glorious setting of a working organic farm at the heart of Bodmin Moor.  An easy cycle across beautiful moorland lanes (as seen in some of our photos) to St Breward and Blisland, both boasting fantastic village pubs and within easy reach of The Camel Trail which will lead you all the way through woodland valleys and along the estuary to the fishing village of Padstow.  http://www.southpenquite.co.uk/

Gunvenna Holiday Park is a fantastic site with the most wonderful little shop which sells fresh chocolate croissants (and normal ones!) baked daily.  A family run business the site is near to Polzeath, Rock and Port Issac and a wonderful base for a holiday.             http://www.gunvenna.co.uk

Monkey Tree Holiday Park is fun for all the family with loads going on including a soft play house, crazy golf and lots of playgrounds, it even has a pets corner, so a definite winner with my family.
http://www.monkeytreeholidaypark.co.uk

Juliots Wells is a beautiful site set over 33 acres of Cornish countryside conveniently positioned to explore the North Cornwall Coast and Bodmin Moor.                                     http://www.juliotswell.com