A leisure cycle is a great way to get the whole family out and exercising! It allows you to travel further whilst still getting to experience the local area. Why not take your family along the Camel Trail in Cornwall? Or Maybe go and hunt a Gruffolo in Delamere Forest, Cheshire, the possibilities are endless! Whether you are a family who loves biking together on relaxing forrest paths or a serious Wiggins type who prefers fast road cycling, there is no doubt that camping holidays give you the freedom to take your cycling hobby with you, wherever you decide to go in the UK.  Plenty of great campsites are near cycling paths and some may also offer bicycle hire too, showing you the best routes to take for a great day out cycling.  

Cycling

Climbing is a great way to test your strength, balance and agility. As both an indoor and outdoor sport it can be done whatever the weather! You can try out bouldering, climbing and traversing lower walls (around 3 meters) without the assistance of rope. Bouldering basics can be mastered in a few hours and climbing centers will have graded routes allowing you to start out on the easier paths and work your way up. Rock climbing or high ropes is climbing vertically with the assistance of ropes and using safety harnesses, the walls are around 15 meters tall. You will need a good nerve for heights for this activity! Again, beginner sessions are available as are graded routes.

Climbing

Kayaking and canoeing is a great way to get close to nature and experience lochs, lakes, rivers and canals in the UK. An easy way to start experiencing boat sports and go on an adventure. Kayaking and Canoeing are slightly different! When Kayaking you will be seated with your legs extended and you will use a double ended paddle. When you canoe, you can be seated or kneeling and often use a single paddle.

Canoeing and Kayaking

Enjoy a day on the beach with all the family! The UK boasts some incredible coastlines, from the well-loved Cornwall coast to the secret sandy spots in Scotland. There is something for everyone!  Perfect for long walks, sandcastle making or laying back for some well deserved relaxation. 

Beaches

Think you can only surf in exotic locations? Think again!  There is some amazing surfing to be had throughout the UK from Newquay to North Wales. While surfing might seem super cool from the outside (and it is!) is it surprisingly family friendly and something you and the kids can all enjoy. So why not hit the beach and give surfing a go? Getting a lesson is the best way to start to learn to surf. Group lessons are usually the most popular. The instructor will take you through a warm up then basic safety, and then explain how to paddle and stand up. After this you take to the water and try and catch your first waves!  Expect to stand on the first or second lesson. Surfing is quick to get the hang of, highly addictive, and takes a lifetime to master meaning you will never stop learning! Before starting to surf you will need to know how to swim as this is a water based sport! 

Surfing

Discover what lies at the depths of the ocean...Your Aquarium visit will take you on a journey around the different zones of the world’s Ocean, from the local waters, all the way to the tropical seas of the Great Barrier Reef and everywhere in between!  A great indoor activity for the whole family to explore...

Aquariums

Explore the best caves, mines and caverns the UK has to offer! From the calm and the easy-going to the hard-core cave diving and abseiling, there is something for everyone. From Air Raid shelters and coal mining to discovering hidden Ice Age art and cathedrals, there is so much to uncover.

Caves and Mines

The town of Helston is located at the start of the well known Lizard Peninsula in Cornwall, and is a glorious mixture of landscapes including dramatic cliffs, sandy beaches and heather covered moorland.  There is absolutely masses to do here; surfing, boat trips, walking, nature trails and cycling to name a few. 

Helston, Cornwall, South West England, UK

Bodmin, Cornwall, South West England, UK

Boscastle, Cornwall, South West England, UK

Bude, Cornwall, South West England, UK

Falmouth, Cornwall, South West England, UK

Fowey, Cornwall, South West England, UK

Hayle, Cornwall, South West England, UK

Launceston, Cornwall, South West England, UK

Liskeard, Cornwall, South West England, UK

Looe, Cornwall, South West England, UK

Marazion, Cornwall, South West England, UK

Newquay, Cornwall, South West England, UK

Padstow and Rock, Cornwall, South West England, UK

Penzance, Cornwall, South West England, UK

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Redruth, Cornwall, South West England, UK

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St Austell, Cornwall, South West England, UK

St Ives, Cornwall, South West England, UK

Tintagel, Cornwall, South West England, UK

Truro, Cornwall, South West England, UK

Wadebridge, Cornwall, South West England

The beautiful county of Cornwall has long been a family holiday favourite. Widely considered one of the most beautiful coastlines in the country. A foodies paradise, try out Padstow in North Cornwall for Michelin star restaurants and the famous hometown of Rick Stein and family. If you are looking for something more active, head to Newquay to try out the world famous surfing from Finstral Beach and hit the waves. Or why not travel to Lands End, the UK’s most south-westerly point? And discover some great coastal walks and hiking.  With something here for everyone, go and discover experiences and accommodation in Cornwall. 

Cornwall, South West England, UK

Bristol, South West England, UK

City of Bath, South West England, UK

Devon, South West England, UK

Dorset, South West England, UK

Gloucestershire, South West England, UK

Isles of Scilly, South West England, UK

Somerset, South West England, UK

Wiltshire, South West England, UK

South West England consists of 7 counties, Bristol, Cornwall, Dorset, Devon, Gloucestershire, Somerset and Wiltshire as well as the Isles of Scilly. 
It is one of the nine regions of England with a total population of just over 5.28 million.

South West England, UK

East Midlands

East of England, UK

London, UK

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North West England

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Yorkshire and the Humber, UK

England is a totally unique travel destination, well known for its history, natural beauty, vast range of attractions and beautiful countryside landscapes and coastlines. 

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Northern Ireland

Scotland

Wales

England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland make up the extraordinary United Kingdom; home to mountains, caves, rivers, dramatic coastlines, medieval villages and vibrant cities.

Places nearby

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boscastle

bude

falmouth

fowey

hayle

launceston

liskeard

looe

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