Peaks and Pods is the perfect place for cyclists to stay. Here’s how we help –
There’s a bike store room next to the Log Store, with secure entry and wall-mounted bike hooks.
We have a bike repair stand for cyclists to use, including some basic bike maintenance tools and essentials. Outside The Hub there’s a hose pipe for use as a bike wash, an outdoor sink and a hand washing station.
Wash and dry your clothes at the Little Laundry at the other side of The Hub, or hang wet gear to dry in the Bike Store.
Each of our luxury camping pods has either an ensuite bathroom or its own private shower room next to the pod for that essential post-ride shower, all with heated towel rails. The double bed in each pod has a comfortable pocket-sprung mattress for a great night’s sleep, complete with feather and down bedding (or microfibre if you prefer).
The pods have their own fully-equipped kitchenettes with two-ring hobs and a microwave, where light meals can be prepared.
In your private outdoor area, you’ll find a fire bowl that can be used as a barbecue grill, with charcoal sold on-site. There’s a large Weber barbecue at The Hub and one pod – The Folds – has its own Weber barbecue on the patio.
Our wonderful gas-fired Dome pizza oven is available to hire for £15 (including fuel and cooking tools). Located at The Hub, it’s the perfect place to relax with friends and enjoyed a well-earned carb-fix.
Bike Hire and Sales
Just a stone’s throw from Peaks and Pods is the fabulous EBike Hire Centre in the nearby village of Tosside. Aran and his team offer top-quality e-bikes to hire, which are regularly serviced and maintained by trained and experienced bike mechanics. There’s food and drink available onsite, both indoors and outside under shelter – courtesy of The Old Vicarage Tea Room. There’s also free parking on site and it’s just 50 yards from the entrance to Gisburn Forest, offering direct access to some of the UK’s best bike trails. Call Aran on 07596 148836 or email info@ebikehirecentre.co.uk. ebikehirecentre.co.uk – There’s lots of useful information on the website too, as well as bikes for sale.
Nearby Settle is home to 3 Peaks Cycles – an excellent bike shop in the town centre. As well as a great selection of bikes, clothes and equipment, 3 Peaks Cycles offer bike hire and a café. It’s open seven days a week. www.3peakscycles.com
Explore the Forest of Bowland with ease by hiring an e-bike from Ribble Valley E-Bike Hire, based in the beautiful village of Dunsop Bridge – 10 miles away. www.ribblevalley-e-bikes.co.uk/
Escape Bikes is 16 miles away on the A65 near Ingleton and has bikes, components, clothing and a service and repair workshop. Open seven days a week. www.escapebikeshop.com.
We’re perfectly located for cyclists and have a dedicated page with more information about local riding opportunities. Visit the Cycling page under the ‘Offsite Fun’ tab – peaksandpods.co.uk/cycling.
As well as the most superb road routes in the area, the fabulous Gisburn Forest is only a stone’s throw away – perfect for mountain bikers.