Devon


<p>Fancy exploring on two wheels without the uphill struggle?&nbsp;Electric bike hire is the ultimate way to cover more ground, tackle those pesky inclines with ease and still have enough energy left for a leisurely lunch. Better still, our favourite local hire spots are conveniently close to scenic, easy-going cycle trails and excellent cafés, so you can swap pedal power for coffee and cake whenever the mood strikes. Travelling with little ones or four-legged companions? No problem &#8211; all of our picks also offer children&#8217;s bikes, trailers and dog-friendly options, ensuring nobody misses out on the adventure.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-forest-cycle-hire-haldon-forest"><a href="http://forestcyclehire.co.uk" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Forest Cycle Hire,</a> Haldon Forest</h2>



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<p>Whether you&#8217;re a lycra-loving mountain biker or simply looking for a scenic family ride with a side order of cake, Haldon Forest Park delivers. Spanning 3,500 acres of woodland just outside Exeter, it&#8217;s home to a network of green, blue and red-graded trails, plus skills areas, pump tracks and swooping singletrack for those who like their rides with a dash of adrenaline. The reward for all that effort? Sweeping views across Devon and a post-ride coffee from Teign Bean at the Obelisk car park. Not a fan of uphill suffering? Hire an electric bike and cruise the gentler forest trails while the motor takes the sting out of the climbs. For thrill-seekers, premium mountain bikes are available for tackling the Ridge Ride and skills area. E-bike hire costs £45 for three hours (minimum age 21), with generous discounts available for over-55s, and there are plenty of family-friendly options including children&#8217;s bikes, tag-alongs and adaptive cycles too.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-lets-go-velo-salcombe"><a href="https://www.letsgovelo.co.uk/bike-hire" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Lets Go Velo</a>, Salcombe</h2>



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<p>Want to discover Salcombe&#8217;s spectacular scenery without arriving at lunch red-faced and out of breath? Lets Go Velo hires out top-of-the-range electric bikes from its Salcombe store (from £50), making light work of the South Hams&#8217; famously hilly terrain. Follow their recommended Estuary Route for a dose of postcard-worthy views, winding through glorious countryside before rewarding yourself with a pit stop at <a href="https://www.google.com/search?client=safari&amp;rls=en&amp;q=the+milbrook&amp;ie=UTF-8&amp;oe=UTF-8" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">The Millbrook</a> for a leisurely lunch or picnic. From there, continue on to East Portlemouth and hop on the ferry back across the estuary for a suitably scenic finish. Feeling more holiday than hard-core cyclist? Their guided tours take all the hassle out of route planning, with local expertise, carefully chosen stops and plenty of opportunities to soak up the scenery. Tours cost £85 per person, with a minimum of four riders.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-darts-farm-topsham"><a href="https://www.dartsfarm.co.uk/whats-on/bike-hire" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Darts Farm, </a>Topsham</h2>



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<p>Perfectly positioned on the Exe Estuary Trail, Darts Farm is your excuse to swap the car for two wheels and spend a day exploring one of Devon&#8217;s prettiest waterside routes. Sitting on the 26-mile circuit linking Topsham, Exmouth, Dawlish Warren and Exeter, the award-winning farm shop hires everything from gorgeous British-made Pashley bikes to tandems, tag-alongs, children&#8217;s bikes and e-bikes for those who prefer their cycling with a little less puff and pant. Follow their recommended 25-mile route along the estuary to Exmouth, hop aboard the Starcross ferry and continue to Dawlish for a dose of sea air before looping back via the gloriously tucked-away Turf Locks and Exeter Quay. Expect estuary views, wildlife spotting and plenty of opportunities for a leisurely pit stop along the way. E-bike hire costs £40 for three hours or £55 for a full day, with helmets and locks included. Before you set off, stock up on picnic goodies from the food hall or grab a takeaway coffee – all that fresh air can be surprisingly hungry work.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-village-farm-e-bikes-east-portlemouth"><a href="https://bearland.co.uk" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Village Farm E</a><a href="https://villagefarmdevon.com" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">&#8211;</a><a href="https://bearland.co.uk" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Bikes,</a> East Portlemouth</h2>



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<p>Looking to explore the South Hams without expending all your energy on the uphill bits? <a href="https://bearland.co.uk/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Bearland Bikes</a> at Village Farm in East Portlemouth hires out modern electric bikes that make light work of Devon&#8217;s notoriously lumpy lanes. From here, you&#8217;re perfectly placed to discover some of the area&#8217;s most spectacular scenery, with suggested routes taking in Start Point, Prawle Point, Frogmore and hidden coves that are far more enjoyable to reach with a little battery-powered assistance. Owner John grew up locally and knows the peninsula like the back of his hand, so don&#8217;t be shy about asking for route recommendations and secret spots. Once you&#8217;ve worked up an appetite, roll back to Village Farm Café for a well-earned coffee, lunch or slice of cake before catching the ferry back across to Salcombe. E-bike hire starts from £40 per day.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-saddles-amp-paddles-exeter-quay"><a href="https://www.sadpad.com/bicycle-hire.html" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Saddles &amp; Paddles,</a> Exeter Quay</h2>



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<p>If your ideal day out involves fresh air, flat cycle paths and the promise of a pub lunch, make a beeline for Saddles &amp; Paddles on Exeter Quay. Perfectly positioned beside the canal and the traffic-free Exe Estuary Trail, this long-running local favourite is a one-stop shop for bikes, kayaks and paddleboards. The bike hire offering covers everything from hybrid and mountain bikes to tandems, family-friendly trailers, tag-alongs and e-bikes for those who prefer to save their energy for coffee and cake. Speaking of which, you&#8217;re spoiled for choice, with Boatyard Bakery next door and Ridge Café just across the way.</p>



<p>The beauty of hiring here is that some of Devon&#8217;s best waterside routes begin right outside the door. Pedal along the canal to the much-loved Double Locks for a leisurely lunch, continue on to Topsham, or follow the scenic Exe Estuary Trail towards Exmouth and Dawlish. Bike hire starts from £22 for up to three hours or £32 for a full day, while e-bikes cost £45 for up to three hours or £70 for the day, with helmets, locks and route maps all included.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-tarka-trail-cycle-hire-barnstaple"><a href="https://www.tarkabikes.co.uk/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Tarka Trail Cycle Hire</a>, Barnstaple </h2>



<p>If you&#8217;re after a family bike ride that&#8217;s blissfully free of traffic, gloriously flat and packed with pit-stop potential, the Tarka Trail is hard to beat. Based right beside Barnstaple Railway Station, Tarka Trail Cycle Hire is perfectly placed for exploring one of Devon&#8217;s best-loved cycling routes, with miles of former railway line winding through estuary scenery, rolling countryside and charming waterside villages. Pedal to Fremington Quay for coffee and cake, head for Instow&#8217;s sandy beach and deli-lined waterfront, or simply meander along the trail spotting herons and enjoying the views.</p>



<p>The hire fleet is extensive, from hybrids and tandems to gravel bikes, premium e-bikes and family-friendly trailers, tag-alongs and child seats. If you&#8217;re cycling with grandparents, children or anyone who&#8217;d rather admire the scenery than tackle hills, the premium e-bikes offer up to 125km of assisted riding &#8211; more than enough for a leisurely day of North Devon exploring. Prices start from £32 per day, with helmets included.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-waterside-bike-hire-braunton"><a href="https://www.watersidebikehire.co.uk/tarka-trail-bike-hire/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Waterside Bike Hire</a>, Braunton</h2>



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<p>For a coastal spin with maximum scenery and minimum effort, Waterside Bike Hire in Braunton is a cracking choice. Also sitting on the Tarka Trail next to the ever-popular Waterside Café, it&#8217;s perfectly placed for leisurely rides towards Instow, Fremington Quay and some of North Devon&#8217;s prettiest estuary views. Their fleet of Raleigh Motus Grand Tour e-bikes, powered by Bosch motors, makes light work of longer distances, leaving plenty of energy in the tank for coffee stops, beach detours and a spot of lunch by the water.</p>



<p>Run by brothers Dan and Cez, the operation has a friendly, local feel, and they&#8217;re always happy to share route recommendations and insider tips on the best places to stop along the way. Hire is available from a single day to a full week, with online booking making it easy to organise your adventure in advance. E-bike hire starts from £45 per day, and with up to 80 miles of battery-assisted riding, you can cover a surprising amount of North Devon in a day without breaking into a sweat.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-wedo-ebikes-torquay"><a href="https://wedoebikes.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">WEDO eBikes</a>, Torquay </h2>



<p>Explore the English Riviera the easy way with E-ridez, based on St Marychurch Road in Torquay. Pick up a folding e-bike and you’re instantly free to cruise the coastline &#8211; from Torquay and Babbacombe to Cockington’s thatched lanes and Paignton’s seafront, all without breaking a sweat. Bikes can be driven away in your car boot or ridden straight from the shop, with two folding bikes fitting neatly into an average car.</p>



<p>Half-day hire is £30 for 3 hours (morning or afternoon slots), ideal for a relaxed coastal loop, while a full day is £50 for 6 hours and includes an extra battery &#8211; giving you the freedom to push on to Dartmouth, South Hams or even Dartmoor. Expect easy miles, sea views, and plenty of excuse-stopping cafés along the way. The perfect way to do the bay. </p>



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