Where do we stay?

We’ll be staying in the comfortable and cosy Waterside Cottages and Caravans. Each cottage has two double rooms, a separate lounge, fully equipped kitchen and bathrooms. The caravan cabins are beautiful, equally spacious and with the same amenities. 

The site is down a private road that leads to the Aln estuary in Alnmouth. It’s beautifully secluded, serene, tranquil and peaceful. You walk out from the door and onto the white sandy beach of Warkworth. 

What kind of food will I be eating?

We know how important it is to keep fuelled with nourishing food. We will provide three healthy, nutritious and delicious meals. That’s a promise. 

Many of our crew members are vegan and vegetarian and we’ll always cater for dietary desires and requirements. Food is a centre piece to many of our tours and we’ll design our rides each day to take in and sample local delights; sweet and savoury. 

You'll need a little extra cash for any stops in cafes (or pubs) throughout the ride.

Do I need to train? Will I be fit enough?

Of course, training is advised. If only to make it a more comfortable and enjoyable experience when you arrive. But this trip is different to the Coast and Castles and Coast to Coast. There’ll be two options each day, a longer hillier route and an easier shorter route (both equally as beautiful). 

This means our Northern Soul trip caters for all abilities, although we guarantee you’ll be ready for food, a drink and an early night at the end of each day!

How about getting there and back again?

You'll need to arrive into Alnmouth station (on LNER) by 18:00 on October 1. We'll be at the train station to meet you. We’ll be departing on Monday 4th so book a train sometime mid-morning and we’ll give you a lift to the station. Of course you’re welcome to stay longer but we’ll run station transfers until midday (although the station is only 1.2 miles away). We'd recommend booking your bike on the train as early as possible. LNER allows you to book bikes online.