N2E Newcastle to Edinburgh

A totally unique trip linking two vibrant cities with amazing off-road biking

A trailblazing route linking Newcastle to Edinburgh via breathtaking wilderness! We follow old railways, forestry trails, bridleways and ancient drove roads through fantastic scenery and link two of the UK's most vibrant cities. Along the way we get to ride the stunning trails through Kielder forest and pass through the legendary Glentress forest.

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Itinerary / Highlights

Highlights
Travelling through Hadrian's Wall country in the North East
Fantastic trails around Kielder reservoir
Tackling the highest man-made trails in England
Crossing the Pentland hills and descending into Edinburgh
Riding at the legendary Glentress

Detailed itinerary

Day 1. Check into your comfortable accommodation and get your gear organised for the coming week. If you're feeling restless then check out some of the fabulous night spots in the vibrant capital of the North East but don't party too hard though & remember you have 5 days of biking ahead of you!

Day 2. Starting from Tynemouth we follow the river west, through the heart of Newcastle. Soon we leave the shiny bars and cafes of the Quayside behind and head onwards and literally upwards to Corbridge. Onto the path of Hadrian's Wall, our day ends with a wicked descent and a warm welcome in Chollerford.

Day 3. We start today with a dose of Roman history and follow Hadrian's Wall east, before turning north towards Kielder Forest. Weaving our way through forestry plantations we eventually reach the dam at the head of Europe's largest man-made reservoir. Fantastic cycle trails lead us to the quiet village of Kielder for some pub-grub and a well earned rest.

Day 4. Your heart will be pumping from the word go today, with a 14 km blast over the excellent Deadwater trails where the spicy new single-track will have you grinning from ear to ear. As we cross the Border into Scotland we pick up the railway line which will lead us all the way to Hawick. Don't worry, no trains here (at least none that still move) just miles of scenic, satisfying biking through unspoilt countryside.

Day 5. We climb out of Hawick over the seemingly deserted Ettrick Moors before a lightning-fast descent to St Mary's Loch. After a tasty lunch it's another big climb followed by a white knuckle descent into the spectacular Manor Valley. From here it's an easy cruise into the bustling Borders market town of Peebles. For those with energy left, the world class Glentress trails are right on our doorstep.

Day 6. The day starts on the superb single-track through Glentress forest. Then we wind our way through farmland on old drove roads towards the pretty town of West Linton. There is one final push up and one fantastic descent down the Pentland hills to drop us into Scotland's beautiful capital city, where you will find a welcome fit for a king (or queen) of the trails.

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Accommodation Details

For all of our trips we have accommodation options available to suit every taste and budget. For those who want to stick to a tight budget we can organise camping or hostel accommodation with a couple of nights spent under canvas in the wilderness if requested. For those who prefer more comfort we can stay in small inns, hotels or bed and breakfast accommodation with secure bike storage, excellent facilities and tasty local food. At the top end of the scale you can stay in 4 star luxury and get a facial or your nails done after a hard day in the saddle - the choice is yours!