Cycling and Cycle Touring

Cycling and Cycle Touring accommodation for the C2C, Cumbria, Lake District

Motherby House – Cycling and Cycle Touring accommodation for C2C, and Cumbria, Lake District

First Stop on the C2C

Motherby House is on the C2C coast to coast cycle route and we give a very friendly welcome to cyclists cycling the C2C.

  • A perfect end to a day in the saddle, 45 miles from Whitehaven, close to Greystoke.
  • Secure storage for your bikes provided.
  • Drying facilities for your wet clothing.
  • Comfortable beds for a good nights sleep.

Our own evening meals are legendary and our hearty English Breakfast will set you up for the next day of your expedition. We also can recommend the local pubs which all provide good food and Ales.

Here are some links with useful information for the Coast to Coast Cyclist www.C2C-guide.co.uk, the definitive guide with up to date information on all aspects of the C2C – you must visit this one.

Another really useful link is to the c2c-cycle.com website. For your cycling maps have a look at Bike Ride Maps.

The route of 'A Lake District Grand Tour'
The route of ‘A Lake District Grand Tour’, including a stopover at Motherby House

Cumbria cycling holidays and touring from Motherby House

Motherby House also makes a good base for a cycling holiday, with routes including:

  • a circuit of Blencathra and Skiddaw
  • cycling to Haweswater
  • the challenge of cycling Kirkstone Pass

Or Motherby House can be included in a tour of the Lake District: we featured in ‘A Lake District Grand Tour‘ as one of the nightly stopovers! Read Mike Carden’s Guest Blog.

The Tour of Britain at Motherby House

Motherby House has even been on the direct route of the Tour of Britain!

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