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Why Choose Lincolnshire For A Cycling Holiday

Why Choose Lincolnshire For A Cycling Holiday

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If you’ve got dreams of spending time in the great outdoors this summer, making the most of the sunshine and warm weather, you’re spoilt for choice over where you can go.

And if you’ve invested in bike carriers in Kent and are looking for your next cycling holiday spot, you could do far worse than take your motorhome and bikes up to Lincolnshire.

Lincolnshire Live recently reported that a growing number of people are choosing to get out on two wheels in this part of the UK, and revealed that Visit Lincoln has now received a boost of £1 million to help promote cycling breaks here, both to Brits and those coming from elsewhere in Europe.

The aim eventually is to provide visiting cyclists with a range of routes to suit all abilities, allowing them to take in some of the region’s most iconic sights.

Charlotte Goy, from Visit Lincoln, told the news provider that suggested routes could include passing the cathedral and Lincoln Castle, as well as longer rides that pass along the coast and through the wolds.

One of the highlights in the area is the Castle to Coast cycle route, which covers over 100 miles and takes you from Lincoln all the way to the coast and back. There’s also a 33-mile ride between Lincoln and Boston, which is along the Water Rail Way.

There are also several other off-road trails that are suitable for cyclists, walkers and horse riders, allowing people to experience the beautiful countryside without encountering traffic.

If you’re looking for something suitable for the whole family that’s not too strenuous, the Lincolnshire Council website suggests Skellingthorpe Old Wood, which has a one-mile cycle loop around the patch of ancient woodland.

Top Spots For A UK Camping Holiday This Summer

Top Spots For A UK Camping Holiday This Summer

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It’s just a few weeks until the schools break up for the summer and thousands of families head off for a holiday. But where will you go this year? Although the lure of overseas holiday spots is undoubtedly strong, there are some wonderful places to go in the UK too.

Camping can give you incredible freedom over where you go and how long you stay for – not to mention allowing you to travel on a budget. Out and About Live recently made some suggestions for top camping trips this summer, and we think there’s something for everyone.

Pop to your local camping shops in Kent to stock up on everything you’ll need for your break – if you’re not sure what kit to get chat to the knowledgeable staff and get their advice.

Heading to the coast is naturally one of the top choices for many families. It’s therefore little surprise that this was at the top of the list. The wonderful thing in the UK is that you’re never too far from a stretch of seaside, whether that’s the rugged cliffs of Cornwall, the sweeping sands of Norfolk or the bright lights of Blackpool.

Another part of the appeal of camping is being able to immerse yourselves in nature. Head to Scotland’s Galloway Forest Park and you will be treated to stunning starlit skies once the sun goes down.

This was the first place in the UK to hold Dark Sky Status, which means it’s unrivalled in terms of stargazing. Kids are bound to love staying up late to spot constellations and shooting stars while drinking a hot chocolate around the campfire.

For active families, meanwhile, camping is ideal, giving you access to stunning locations and immersing you in nature. The Yorkshire Dales was named as one of the best places to head to if you’re hoping to spend your days hiking.

There are routes to suit all levels of hiker, many of which begin or end at a traditional country pub.

But the website pointed out that camping doesn’t just have to be about getting back to nature – it can also be a more affordable way to see some of the UK’s cities, including London.

There are actually several campsites on the outskirts of London, where you can escape the hustle and bustle of the city but be in the centre in around 30 minutes on public transport. If you’re looking for a more affordable way to show your youngsters the sights and sounds of the big city, this could be it.

You can also mix up your trip by spending a couple of days exploring the countryside outside London, as well as visiting top sights in the city.

If you’re still not convinced, camping was named as one of the top nature experiences to have with your children in a recent article for the Huffington Post. In fact, many of the other activities – rockpooling, wild swimming, seeing nature at night and cycling – are all things that can easily be included in a camping holiday too.

How To Kit Out Your Caravan This Summer

How To Kit Out Your Caravan This Summer

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Caravanning offers holidaymakers the opportunity to enjoy fantastic holidays, be at one with nature and embark on adventures in the UK and beyond. To make your experience even more enjoyable, it is worth investing in some top-quality motorhome supplies in Kent.

Here are just a few essentials to kit out your caravan with.

  • Bike Carriers

One of the most appealing reasons to go on a motorhome holiday is to spend more time outdoors, so don’t forget to bring your bicycles along with you. To avoid your wheels taking up too much space inside the motor, get your hands on bike carriers that attach to the back of the van.

Holding several bikes at once, these enable the whole family to enjoy a fun active holiday away without compromising on comfort within the motorhome itself.

 

  • Portable BBQs

Summer is all about enjoying the long warm evenings, and what better way to do this than with BBQ dinners outside?

Even if your motorhome is extremely well-equipped with cooking facilities, having a BBQ is lots of fun, and an easy way to do this without lugging your gas stove around is to buy a briefcase BBQ. These space-saving devices are inexpensive and avoid damaging the pitch like disposable ones do.

 

  • Wireless speakers

Ditch the TV on your getaway and listen to some music as a family instead. Going on holiday is a great opportunity to enjoy a sing-along while travelling or play music while you eat outside, so why not buy yourself some wireless speakers that connect to Bluetooth-enabled devices?

The Lusatian Lake District

The Lusatian Lake District

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The Lusatian Lake District in Germany, the largest man-made water landscape in Europe, is an area of more than 20 flooded lakes and navigable channels. As outlined in the Oxford Mail’s account of one of Europe’s Great Railway Journeys, the Lusatian Lake District is situated in Saxony at the gates of the European city of Görlitz. A new natural and recreational resort which has sprung up with the flooding of the almost 1,000 hectares from the Berzdorfer Sea Lake.

Travelling with the family in and around this region is a pleasure in itself, but to experience the best the area has to offer, the smart move is to park up the campervan and unhitch your bicycles from the cycle rack. As a bike carriers UK supplier, we offer a diverse range of models to suit your campervan or motorhome. Huge water surfaces sparkle in the sun, stand-up paddlers make their tracks, boats sail on the lake and families start their bike ride in two attractive destinations situated between Berlin and Dresden.

While the traces of the mining industry are barely visible at Görlitz, one can still experience the fascinating transformation from mining in north-eastern part of Saxony. On the “Lakeland Route”, a 186-kilometer long cycle path, all stages of the flooding – from disused open pit to the finished lake – can be seen. In five daily stages you will travel on wide, flat paths from the Großräschener Lake in the north to Bärwalder Sea in the south, past rugged shores and picturesque beaches, marinas with sailboats, canals and locks, castles and museums.

The landscape can also be observed from the water. Over the next few years, navigable canals will be formed connecting ten lakes. Today, leisure captains can travel across the Koschener Canal from Senftenberger to Geierswalder. The two lakes are also popular sailing areas. In addition, the young destination offers numerous opportunities for water-skiing, surfing, rowing or paddling.

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