In Oxford, it is often said that the bikes, if not the pedestrians, rule the roads! By any measure, cars seem to come last in the pecking order: behind buses, cyclists and pedestrians, cars come a healthy fourth place. Quite right. Oxford has always been a city full of cycling culture and recent initiatives have...Read More
Hidden Gems of the Cotswolds | Going a Step Further There is so much to see in the Cotswolds. Officially designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB), special care has been taken to preserve this landscapes special qualities. Cycling and walking through the Cotswold’s sleepy villages, ducking under wooden archways, along cobbled streets...Read More
Only Active England takes you to see three World Heritage Sites on one bike tour. Active England’s popular 8-day classic tour allows you to explore England’s most culturally exciting region. We also offer a range of packages including See More, Cycle Less, Over 50s, Family and bespoke tours. So whatever your needs and experience, you can enjoy a trip through Britain...Read More
On an Active England cycle tour, you will be able to sample some of this country’s best cuisine in the loveliest of locations. A tasty cream tea, a hearty pub lunch, real local ales, or delicious evening dining – the food and drink on our bike tour is hard to beat. CREAM TEAS AND CAKE England’s...Read More
Capability Brown: the father of ‘gardenless’ landscapes Landscape architect, designer and creative genius; Lancelot ‘Capability’ Brown’s work is synonymous with English gardens and was a man in demand throughout the 18th century, and we visit two examples of his landscapes on our bike tours. Hard working, constantly busy but with a habit of not always...Read More
The Tour de France has reignited Britain’s love of cycling and there has never been a better time to take a bike tour here Britain has gone cycling mad, the wake of the Tour de France has left the public obsessed with bike riding – from high-level competitions to a quiet country ride, England is...Read More
Definitely not just along for the ride A cycle tour is an ideal way to spend quality time with your family; being outdoors in the fresh air, enriching your cultural knowledge and most importantly giving your children a holiday they’ll never forget. At Active England we offer fun holidays and a chance to experience new...Read More
Tour the locations of the internationally renowned show that has brought a touch of class to TV drama If you’ve got a soft spot for Lady Mary, or fancy yourself as the next Lord Crawley, this may be just the vacation for you. Active England’s 7-day cycling tour takes you to the real Downton Abbey and allows...Read More
Experience the secrets of Oxford, Bath and Stratford on our bike tours These amazing British cities are packed with iconic sights and famous landmarks that you’ll recognise as soon as you see them. But they are also full of little curiosities and secret gems that are just as special. Here are some of the unique...Read More
Picture Trump’s Warmongering on Steroids: But who Supplied the Steroids hcg 5000iu aurobindo pharma ties up with birac to develop covid-19 vaccine perfect cycling in the Cotswold countryside If you were to imagine an idealised version of the English countryside, with quaint villages, rolling hills and a patchwork quilt of small fields then you would...Read More
