We don't care whether your helmet has a peak, you wear lycra or baggies or whether your bike is this season's colour. We do want you to have an enjoyable and memorable time on a flowing ride.
Check the level of challenge meets your ability and expectation.
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Private, bespoke individual and group bookings available throughout the year.
2026 EVENTS
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Saturday 06th/ Sunday 07th June, 2026
MTB Solstice(ish) Social Weekend.
Central Lake District
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FULLY BOOKED.
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Wow, this filled up FAST!
If you missed out then remember we can create a bespoke day or weekend of riding for you. Get a few a few friends together and it becomes amazing value: info@donorthadventure.com
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What is it?
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A social weekend of MTB riding around the central Lake District. Join us to ride some of England’s finest natural trails.
Saturday: from Hawkshead we’ll cover around 25 miles /40 km. Sunday’s ride, around15 miles / 24km. Expect a chilled, social pace.
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Who is this for?
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Anyone who can leave their ego at home and ride with a smile. To get the most from the weekend you should be comfortable in covering a wide variety of natural terrain (think ‘red-ish’ grade: singletrack, loose chunky rock, drops etc.), longer climbs and descents. If you’re a newer rider, don’t let this put you off, there's always a way around! Plenty of snack and pic' stops. No-one gets left behind.
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Which bike?
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Well-maintained MTBs or eMTBs. eMTB riders will have to be patient at the top of climbs to allow standard bikes to regroup!
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Accommodation
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Your choice: search around Hawkshead village: LA22 0NS.
W3W ///nipped.indicated.tougher
Hawkshead itself has limited options but is a short drive from the popular towns of Ambleside, Coniston and Windermere.
Camper? Hawkshead Hall Campsite is ~500m from our meet point. It’s good and popular – book early https://hawksheadhallcampsite.co.uk/
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Other stuff
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See the 'General Info' section below. If you still have questions, fire us a message. Once our riding group is confirmed we'll set up a What'sApp group to share further info'.
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Other dead important stuff
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We’re happy to share some of our favourite routes - this weekend is classed as a SOCIAL event. We’ll use natural trails, shared with a range of users; not a groomed bike-park. You're expected to ride within your ability, responsibly and be respectful of other trail-users.
You are responsible for your bike / kit and own health, safety and throughout.​​​​
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General event and ride info' - please read!
BOOKING: email: info@donorthadaventure.com. Let us know which event, how many spaces and we'll get back to you asap. Unless advertised as 'Social' (Free) a £50 deposit pp secures a place. (Please see T&Cs)
​Unless classified as a 'SOCIAL' ride, you'll be asked to complete a short pre-ride form. See our Terms and Conditions page for further detail.
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For events advertised as gravel, (no surprise) a gravel bike is ideal, a CX, hardtail MTB or a quality hybrid with chunky tyres could work too. MTB rides need a MTB!
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Patient e-bike riders are most welcome. The routes are not suitable for road bikes. Guided rides are planned to be ridden a steady, social pace. If your rides are spent fretting about power output or Strava times then this may not be for you!
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If you’re in any doubt about the condition of your bike, book it in for a service.
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A suitable helmet must be worn. Riding glasses, gloves (+knee pads for MTB) recommended.
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Routes may be subject to change depending on weather /ground conditions / forestry operations.
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Check the Mountain Weather Information Service here --> Home Page for a local forecast and bring suitable kit. As an absolute minimum to your normal riding kit bring a decent waterproof and an extra warm layer. Spare waterproof gloves and a buff may come in useful.
Sun-cream and a reliable midge repellent advised.
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Refuelling stop(s) are planned but please bring sufficient food and hydration for each day. Remote areas often have poor mobile connectivity - a little bit of cash might come in handy.
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In addition to spare tubes, brake pads, multitool etc. it's always a good idea to bring spares that are specific to your bike such as a chain link and a gear hanger.
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Full joining instructions and a suggested kit list will be shared prior to each event.
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