You know what they say – suns out, Scottoiler Traveller Expansion Bag out! The weather has been beautiful recently, with some much needed Vitamin D coinciding with relaxation of a number of restrictions across the UK and beyond. Getting abroad is certainly tough right now – so why not try closer to home?
While everyone is still advised to take necessary precautions, we can all enjoy a little more freedom and therefore can go and enjoy the weather on our bikes. Here’s our 3 favourite spots for you all to go in the U.K.
The North Coast 500
Both beginning and ending in historic Inverness, the North Coast 500 is one of Scotland’s best and well known road trips, perfect with friends or a solo venture. Stop off for some of the best fishing spots in Scotland, as well as some of the best golf courses in the world! You can bag one of many munros on the route if outdoors is your thing – whisky heritage tours and tastings are also aplenty if you fancy a warmer rush. Check out more on the North Coast 500, the various stops and attractions here.
The Trans European Trail (UK Portion)
Starting in East Sussex for those based in the U.K., the Trans European Trail was devised by John Ross who famously devised the Trans America Trail, spanning a dirt route’s worth of America. A similar idea here but certainly not a short one! 51,000 KM in its full entirety out with of the UK, the trail is moderated by “Linesmen” who will keep you right and knowledgeable about the path ahead. It can be tricky and require a change of vehicle at times where terrain differs – but detours exist in place to keep you right. Attempt if experienced and find out more here.
Anywhere Local To You!
Everyone loves a wee trick entry, right? Wherever you may be in the country, world, galaxy (Bezos) remember to support your local businesses wherever you can – it’s for sure been a hard year for them. While the idea of getting to somewhere exotic, unknown etc can be appealing it’s always good to appreciate the good stuff at home too.
Thanks for reading – we hope you all get a holiday or some time off to see loved ones, create some memories or simply destress. We all need it, thats for sure!