Discover the amazing Peak District
Explore the Peak District by bike
The Peak District is one of the most popular areas for Mountain Biking in the UK. Mountain bikers have been coming to the Peak for a long time for its unique and challenging trails.
The best routes to explore
With every bike hire, we can talk you through a suitable route for your requirements. And give you a map to take to get straight to the best trails. From a leisurely spin around Ladybower Reservoir to a path high up on the moors there is something for everyone. Below are a couple of examples of some of our favourite routes. See our 10 years of Hire video.
Local trail news
The latest updates about the trails in the local area.
PDMTB all-weather loop
The PDMTB all weather loop is a great ride all year around, but after a wet winter, its merits are even greater. Due to the fact it is almost entirely a rocky route, it stands up incredibly well to the Peak District climate.

Summer Social 2017 Ride
On Saturday we celebrated Cafe Adventure’s second birthday with a summer ride. Full image gallery is on our facebook page.
Lady Cannings MK2
Reopen after winter hibernation, the boys at Bike Tracks (trail builders) have given the trail a revamp. Designed as a blue grade trail that is fun for all to ride. Pump, Jump or roll the features it is a great trail to improve technique and build confidence. Located on the border between Sheffield and the Peak […]

Cut Gate Conversations – MTB Advocacy
Today Peak District MTB, Keeper of the Peak and Ride Sheffield launched Cut Gate Path: Collaboration, Consideration, Conservation, Action? To be blunt, I think this is brilliant. Mountain Bikers taking ownership and leading to find a solution. Cut gate is the jewel in the Peak District trail offering, we mountain bikers are leading the call for its protection and preservation. Being on […]
Bridleway Maintenance 2016 – Peak District MTB
As many of you know, we are active within the Peak District MTB digging team. We are organising, and taking part in the dig days. Jeff has put together a great summary video of this year’s work. If you want to get involved get in touch or send us an email to James@peakdistrictmtb.org
Canadian Adventure 2016, Whistler Mountain Bike Park
As some of you may remember I closed the shop in August 2016 for 2 weeks whilst I was away on holiday. I used the time off to tick off something on my to-do list. Visit Canada more specifically Whistler and the world-renowned bike park. Whistler Mountain Bike Park, featuring a selection of trails from […]
Best places to eat

The Wild Kettle Cafe
Is our on site cafe serving Speciality Tea & Coffee, Freshly Prepared Food and Homemade Cakes.
Its a great option for something to eat or drink before or after a ride. Or as a lunch stop between loops.
It is where the team gets its lunch every day!

Cafe Adventure Hope
Is located on Edale Road, in the village of Hope, in the Peak District, Derbyshire.
We have an eat-in and takeaway menu, catering for breakfast, hot and cold lunches, hot and cold drinks and a selection of homemade cakes, scones and tray bakes. Here at Cafe Adventure, we have a passion for making good home cooked food using seasonally and locally sourced produce.
We are a friendly, welcoming and cosy little cafe. Please call in for a visit whether you are looking for a rest and refuel stop after a long day hiking or biking (muddy boots and paws very welcome!), an afternoon coffee and cake treat, or to just browse around our little retail space.

Penny Pot Edale
Under new enthusiastic ownership since March 2019 you can be sure of a warm welcome. Open all year round you can treat yourself to some simple home cooked food, a piece of cake or if you just need a water bottle refill they are more than happy to oblige. If it’s a cold day you can relax by the log burner and on the warmer days take a break on the terrace before you set off fully recharged for the rest of your ride.
Are you a bicycle friendly pub, cafe or restaurant in the Peak District? We’d love to recommend you to our customers, please contact us 🙂
Activity Providers

Marmalade MTB
Through passion, dedication and experience, our very experienced team of British Cycling qualified, professional mountain bike leaders and coaches will take your mountain biking to a new and exciting level across the Peak District National park and the UK.
Our aim is simple – to provide everything you need, to explore and discover the thousands of miles of ancient bridleways and MTB trails that make the UK the premier destination for mountain biking. The team of MTB guides are ready to lead you and your friends around the Dark and White Peak and of course any of the UK’s national parks and remote wilderness areas.
Whether it’s a 1-2-1 guided ride, weekend MTB break, corporate team building day, hen or stag party, then look no further than Marmalade MTB to provide a tailored mountain biking experience for all ages, fitness levels and technical abilities. Our professional leaders and MTB coaches can also assist you and your friends with training inspiration, guidance and experience to ensure you hit your goals and aspirations for the mountain biking challenges, races and events you have signed up for.

Pure Outdoor
Pure Outdoor is lucky enough to be on the doorstep of some of the best Mountain Biking terrain in the UK. The Peak District is the perfect area to teach riders all they need to know to become confident independent off roaders. Our team have been Mountain Biking in the Peak District for many years and can not only teach you essential skills that will improve the quality and safety of your riding, but show you some of the best quality trails around.

Lost Earth Adventures
Craving adrenaline or a relaxed countryside cruise? Go fully guided or learn as you ride.
From small friend groups to schools, corporate teams, and charities, we also offer climbing, abseiling, hiking, caving, canoeing, and gorge walking!

Will4Adventure
Mountain Biking in the Peak District with Will4Adventure
That shiny new mountain bike stood in your hallway is designed for one thing and one thing only – bombing down rocky trails and effortlessly getting you back to the top for the next one! Let us help you to get the most from your time mountain biking in the Peak District on a guided ride or one of our mountain biking skills courses …
Will has also put together this handy guide to some local routes.
Ten Mountain Biking Routes in the Peak District from Will4Adventure

Peak & Moor MTB GUIDING
At Peak & Moor MTB Guiding we specialise exclusively in mountain bike adventures in the Peak district and beyond.
Highly experienced professional British Cycling L3 guide, operating with small groups to ensure an amazing day on fantastic trails.
Do you have the dream ride in mind ? then get in touch……. We will make it happen.

Peak ePedals
Looking for a more more sedate tour check out.
Get more ideas on what to do on the Hope Valley Travel Guide. Written by travel site KAYAK.
Best places to stay
Are you a bicycle friendly accommodation provider in the Peak District? We’d love to recommend you to our customers, please contact us 🙂

Thorndene Bed & Breakfast
In the heart of the Peak District National Park, Thorndene B & B is welcoming, stylish and clean. Located in the beautiful Hope Valley, the boundary between ‘White Peak’ and ‘Dark Peak’ it offers 3 stylish and comfortable furnished, en-suite, double rooms. Thorndene B & B is approximately 1 km outside Hope village on the A6187 and the same distance from Bradwell (B6049).

Peak District Party Houses
Nestled in picturesque locations throughout the Peak District, Party Houses provides spacious large accommodation ideal for groups, families, and friends eager to immerse themselves in the natural beauty of the area.

Peak District Holiday Cottages
& Luxury Apartments
Discover our collection of Peak District holiday cottages & luxury apartments and find a UK break with a difference with all the fun and adventures you can find. Whether you’re looking for dog friendly cottages, countryside retreats or luxury apartments our collection of cottages & apartments in the Peak District have been hand selected to bring you the very best self-catering holidays within the Peak District National Park.