Ride your way.

With the Valleys Weekender you will spend two nights (or one if you prefer) and two days riding some of the best trails the valleys have to offer.

Risca and the surrounding area really is a bikers paradise! Packed with incredible trails it has something for every rider. From long flowing singletrack and jumps to steep gnarly tech there is something to keep a smile on any every face!

These weekends are aimed at the more experienced rider, with the ability to ride Red graded mountain bike trails and a good degree of technical ability. You will also need a good level of fitness as we usually cover around 1000m in elevation across approximately 30km.

We will stop at the best local coffee spots for lunch and delicious refreshments to keep your legs turning all day. We will also have a mechanic on hand so you can rest assured your bike will keep rolling all weekend no matter what you throw at it.

You will spend the nights in a quiet cottage nestled atop the hill in Risca surrounded by fields and sheep, offering stunning views across the Ebbw Valley. Perfect for a good night’s rest before a day on the bike, though still only a short five minute drive to local restaurants for dinner and a beer if you do not fancy cooking! There are a number of takeaways in the area that deliver to the cottages so if staying in with a takeaway is your vibe have no fear.

We will have a mechanic on site at the accommodation to help you with any bike troubles you may encounter. With 15 years of experience, Joe will have you rolling again in no time!

Breakfast materials will be included for you to prepare so you can fuel yourself with the energy needed for those big climbs and epic descents!

Arrive Friday evening, settle in, get your bike ready and sleep get a good nights sleep before 2 epic days riding. Alternatively arrive Saturday morning if you would prefer and head straight to the trails!

On Sunday there is no need to rush home as late is checkout included. So feel free to shower, eat or wash your bike before heading on home.

What’s included:

• 2 nights accommodation (Friday & Saturday night)

• Breakfast materials (e.g. Bacon, eggs, bread, cereal)

• 2 days fully guided ride around the best trails the Welsh valleys have to offer

• Mechanic on hand for any repairs to keep you rolling

What we require from you:

• You MUST arrive for the weekend with your bike in full working order, fit for purpose which you can pedal uphill (full suspension recommended)

• A good helmet that meets European standards EN 1078/EN 1080

• Knee Pads

• A good level of fitness. Average elevation gain approximately 1000m per day

• Sufficient water and a snacks.

PLEASE NOTE: All the rooms are based on two sharing a twin room with two rooms per cottage. If you would like to book a room to yourself there will be an additional charge of £100 and you will need to contact us to book separately.