Cycle Safari at James’ Places

We are an eclectic group of businesses in the Ribble Valley, Lune Valley and the Yorkshire Dales.  Although no two are alike, what links them together is a passion for fabulous food, great service and a warm, friendly ambience that’s apparent as soon as you walk through the door.

We have partnered with Ribble Valley E-bike Hire to bring you a bespoke experience - discovering the spectacular scenery and finest hospitality of the Ribble Valley and Forest of Bowland on electric bike. Enjoy the luxury of a multi hotel experience, full of gastro delights.

Whether it’s a stunning country house hotel or 17th century inn, choose your accommodation and then let us help you create an itinerary which will have you exploring the quiet byways and back roads of this idyllic corner of Lancashire by e-bikes.

Your Bikes will be fully charged and ready to roll on check-in, on day one we would recommend a circular cycle route taking in some attractive stopovers and popular visitor attractions.

Once you have worked up an appetite we will point you in the direction of some of our pubs and cafés where you’re assured of a warm welcome and locally produced food.

Upon return to your hotel, soak in a reviving bath before enjoying a relaxed evening meal. Your bikes will be charged overnight ready for your journey the following day. We will provide you with the details for the best route to your next hotel and packed lunches for scenic roadside picnics. Our concierge service will ensure your bags are waiting for you in your room on day two and return you to your base hotel on checkout.

We can also provide single centre itineries that incorporate circular rides, guided group tours and access to Gisburn Forest Mountain Bike Trails.  Explore miles of traffic-free woodland trails offering varying degrees of challenge, from beginner to expert standard. Navigate a complex network of cycle trails to emerge at the summit of Whelp Stone Crag to admire sensational views of the Forest of Bowland and Yorkshire Dales.

Our e-bikes are supplied by Ribble Valley E-bike Hire, based in the beautiful village of Dunsop Bridge in the heart of the Forrest of Bowland Area of outstanding natural beauty.  As well as delivering and collecting the bikes, a qualified technician will also do a full hand-over and be on hand to offer technical support.