Cycle Hire and Bike Shop

Cornwall's Coast to Coast Trail

01209 891498info@thebikebarn.org

 Bicycle in a barn - logo of the bike barn cycle centre
Cyclists on the Mineral Tramways cycle trail


















The Bike Barn, Cornwall, provides cycle hire, tuition, sales and repairs and we are open all year round. From here you can cycle across england in a day, along the scenic Coast to Coast trail!

The Bike Barn Cycle Hire offers a wide range of cycles for all ages including tag-a-longs, kiddie trailers, child seats and tandems. Helmets, toolkits, locks, maps, pumps and parking are FREE with the hire;

We are located directly on the trail itself, 2 miles from Portreath, Porthtowan and Redruth. We have a picnic area with panoramic views across the valley to Carn-Brea, A farm shop for snacks, treats, Tea and real ale on tap, and a well stocked bicycle shop.

About the Coast to Coast Trail:

This trail runs for 11 miles from the lovely coastal village of Portreath to Devoran, alongside the stunning Restronguet Creek, and is almost entirely on purpose built cycle paths or quiet country lanes. Part of the Mineral Tramways Cycle Network, the Coast to Coast Trail it is flat (ponies pulling copper ore and coal didn't like hills), making it ideal for children and beginner riders, along the route there are plenty of extra tracks with more demanding sections for those who like challenges!

Cyclist passing a granite marker stone on the mineral tramways network

This picturesque trail is literally a cross-section through our stunning county, rich with wildlife, and industrial heritage from a bygone mining era, with lovely traditional country pubs and cream tea cafes all the way.

For a shorter or quicker option, try the gentle ride to Portreath and back (about 4 miles in total, along the side of the beautiful Portreath valley)

At the end of your adventure why not enjoy a celebratory rest in our south-facing picnic area with its panoramic views across the valley to Carn-Brea!

Further info:

Download our leaflet or click on a link to go to find out more about us...

 Cycle Hire - Cycle Sales - Cycle Repairs

  • Flat, easy, safe with beautiful and varied landscape
  • Cream tea and pub stops en route
  • A cross section through Cornish mining history and fascinating wildlife
  • Children’s activity packs and challenges for trail cycle fun
  • Cycle training, private lessons, guided rides, group tours, history and wildlife rides, and children’s club rides
  • Picnic and children’s play area, farm shop, beer garden and parking free for all hirers

 

"Every time I see an adult on a bicycle, I no longer despair for the future of the human race". H. G. Wells