Wild Cycles is all about wild and exceptional outdoor experiences - and making them more accessible to a wider audience.
Newcomers to off-roading, adventurous, seasoned regular-riders, anyone keen try something new and to have a go - we've cooked up a super exciting 2025 programme we're sure you'll love.
All of our rides and events are designed with your maximum enjoyment in mind. We love riding-in-beautiful-places - especially when it's with a fab bunch of adventure-loving folk. There is also a special kind of magic which happens off the bike: around the fire or table - enjoying the banter, delicious meals and engaging with a super-friendly and welcoming community.
Our signature approach is focused on impact, the finer details and experiences set in beautiful places that make for unforgettable adventures and special moments.
Here's what to look forward to in 2025
Check this out: the legendary Wild Wales - now in it's 4th year. If you are looking for a chilled, wholesome weekend in a stunning mountain setting with a super-welcoming community - this one's for you.
Unwind and re-charge at the dreamy Willow Springs basecamp in the Afan forest where you'll be served delicious communal meals and brews. If you fancy - de-stress in the forest sauna, take plunge in the pool or under the waterfall. Sit back and soak up the beautiful mountain views to the tunes of our local folk band.
Choice of spectacular routes on Saturday - from 35km to 100km - depending on how much fun or how much of a challenge yer after.
On Sunday ride along for social spin which takes in more spectacular views.
+Solo's rendezvous breakfast on the Saturday where you'll be able to connect with ride companions and form/join groups.
Regarded as one of the UK's bucket-list favourites the 4-day epic covers 220 miles - as it winds its way through King Alfred The Great's Anglo-Saxon Kingdom.
Note - only one date in 2025 - just a few spaces left!
Crammed with spectacular and ever-changing landscapes, some of the world's most important prehistoric monuments - start and finish in Winchester where the King is buried. Your tour features the spectacular Wiltshire, Wessex and Surrey countryside as well as the South Downs' Way and England’s oldest Roman road, The Ridgeway.
There's no escaping it, with more than 6 hours riding and 3,000 ft. of climbing each day, King Alfred's Way is as spectacular as it's challenging. But nothing easy was ever worth doing right! We'll meet you at the start in Winchester to load up your overnight gear and we'll be there at the end of the day with a fully-setup camp where you can rest, refresh and refuel on delicious, nutritious meals.
You ride - and we'll take of the rest!
KING ALFRED'S WAY INFO & BOOKING
Another uniquely Wild Adventure featuring 2 days' riding in beautiful places on London's doorstep. Delivered through partners Much Better Adventures - discover the joy of off-road riding on hand-picked routes through the stunning Chiltern Hills including the Ridgeway, Britain’s oldest road, as you get expert guidance on key gravel riding skills and techniques.
While yer at it - soak up the landscapes and country vibes - canal-side paths, sweeping forest trails, stunning scenery.
Base camp is a beaut of a site - hand-picked by the Team - nestled under the Ridgeway 5-star facilities. Enjoy the après-ride glow around the campfire with a bunch of like-minded souls, savour delicious, wholesome home-cooked meals and craft brews.
winter social rides
Chilled group rides are geared to all abilities - the emphasis on community - bringing people together for a chat, ride. A great way to share ideas, routes, connect with friends and make some new ones!
Keep an eye on the socials (@wildcycles.cc) for rides, dates and details.
next up:
sATURDAY 18 fEBRUARY
Roll out of town along the picturesque River Lee, ramp up into Epping Forest for a blast along a selection of sublime sweeping gravel tracks. This is a chilled social ride which starts and finishes at the fabulous BLOQs café for post-ride banter and a delicious lunch.
Gravel Bike hire available throughout the year
Check it out and find out more about the bikes, rates et al by emailing john@wildcycles.co.uk or visit and complete an enquiry here
We remain focused on our mission which is to make riding-in-beautiful-places more accessible to a wider and diverse audience. To encourage and help people to give-it-a-go - sometimes stepping way out of the comfort of their usual comfort zone - and experiencing something and some place new.
Remember it's YOU - the amazing, welcoming, give-it-a-go people who make an adventure just that. THANK YOU for coming along for the ride - OR if you clicked <folllow>, <like> or <share> - THANK YOU for being a part of the Wild Cycles family.
Wild Cycles' wholesome programme is made possible thanks to the kind support of our fab partners:
Komoot
Albion Cycling
Stohk Brewery
WTB (Wilderness Trail Bikes)
And Wild Cycles Team
Allesandro & Nunziella Bike.Challenge
Rik Allen
Mark James
Nick Porter
Photographers
Nick Porter
Jonathan Heard
Mark James
Spike Morris
Allesandro & Nunziella Bike.Challenge
thanks to all who've joined, supported and enjoyed
a wild and wholesome adventure with us
- Beatrice, John & Jonathan -
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