UK Coast & Castles - 2026

by bikeadventures.co.uk
Region
East Sussex
Duration
5 days
Guided Status
Guided
Difficulty
Regular
D-Score™
D2 - Intermediate

Overview

This is a relatively easy, yet oddly epic, ride from Edinburgh to Newcastle via Dalkeith, Melrose and Holy Island (Lindisfarne). The route follows various Sustrans routes, with our own additions where we feel things (often the road surface!) could be improved. We cycle past, or very close to, an almost endless variety of historical and natural sites, including the world renowned Lindisfarne and Bamburgh Castle.

Daily Ride Schedule

Day 1: Edinburgh to Melrose

92 km 875 m

D2

Edinburgh to Melrose

Day 2: Melrose to Holy Island

88 km 690 m

D2

Melrose to Holy Island

Day 3: Holy Island to Warkworth

78 km 498 m

D2

Holy Island to Warkworth

Day 4: Warkworth to Newcastle

75 km 431 m

D2

Warkworth to Newcastle

Accommodation & Services

Accommodation

B&B

What's Included

Catering services
Accommodation arrangements
Mechanical support
Support vehicle following all rides

About the East Sussex

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