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.
Private, bespoke individual and group bookings available throughout the year.
2026 EVENTS
Saturday 06th/ Sunday 07th June, 2026
MTB Solstice(ish) Social Weekend.
Central Lake District
FULLY BOOKED.
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
What is it?
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.
Who is this for?
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.
Which bike?
Well-maintained MTBs or eMTBs. eMTB riders will have to be patient at the top of climbs to allow standard bikes to regroup!
Accommodation
Your choice: search around Hawkshead village: LA22 0NS.
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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/
Other stuff
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'.
Other dead important stuff
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.
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.
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!
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!
If you’re in any doubt about the condition of your bike, book it in for a service.
A suitable helmet must be worn. Riding glasses, gloves (+knee pads for MTB) recommended.
Routes may be subject to change depending on weather /ground conditions / forestry operations.
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.
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.
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.
Full joining instructions and a suggested kit list will be shared prior to each event.