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Mountain Biking

Explore the Cairngorm national park's downhill biking trails and steep berms for mountain bike enthusiasts and adrenaline seekers.

Mountain biking, as a sport has become increasily popular in Scotland for biking enthusiasts, outdoor adventurers, and adrenaline seekers throughout the UK who flock to Glenshee to experience the variety of terrain and to improve their skill and technique. This extreme sport has rapidly become the new sport obsession for Scotland in the Summer months and what a Natural playground we have right here in the Cairngorm National Park!

 

 

Glenshee Ski Centre - Downhill Mountain Biking

Weave your way around 23km of Glenshee's nature and gravel terrain with Mountain Biking at Glenshee Ski Centre. Enjoy 360 views of Glenshee's finest land during a morning up-lift with their Cairnwell Chair, taking you to the top of the Cairnwell Mountain ready to take on a range of challenging trails and fun downhill tracks. Or why not race your friends to the top and test your dynamic skills on the down. 

 

Glenshee offer's Single track biking trails for a wide range of abilities and levels. From black trails with tabletops for the more experienced riders who love fast turns, drop-off's and tearing up berms to red and blue runs for those who are new to the sport and looking to develop their skills on the more introductory trails.

Glenshee Chairlift

Glenshee Glamping

Mountain Bike Accommodation

If you are booking a Mountain Biking Trip or Biking Weekend in Scotland, our glamping pods and shepherd huts offer the ideal accommodation for families or a group of friends looking to try out Scotland's Mountain biking scene. Our drying space and wash basins located at the shower block means you can dry off any biking kit or equipment whilst utilising our spaceous, hot shower's with individual shower rooms for privacy and a little luxury after a hard day exploring our Scottish Mountains. 

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Biking Events in Glenshee

Throughout the Summer 2024 there are various mountain biking, road cycling and long distance biking events taking place in Glenshee and across Perthshire. 

Babble Ride of Britain

Babble Ride Across Britain

13th - 15th September 2024

The Ride Across Britain is back for 2024 and a cycling event where thousands of riders travel from Land's End to John O'Groats on two wheels, covering 980 miles of beautiful landscape. Split into several stages, there are various points in which participants can join the Ride Across Britain or where spectators can offer support, encouragement or even volenteer. 

The Scottish route takes riders through remote areas of mainland UK and right past our door here at Glenshee, traveling from Edinbrugh to Strathdon via the Caringorm National park and along the Old Milarty Road here in Glenshee. 

If you are spectating, participating or volunteering for Stage 7, you may be looking for convenient accommodation near by, here at Glenshee Glamping we offer affordable and comfortable glamping pods for those taking part in the Babble Ride Across Britain. 

 

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Aylth Cycle Hire

A local bike hire and repair shop offering a range of cycling services, including bike hire. Whether you're looking for a leisurely ride through the countryside or a more challenging mountain biking adventure, they have bikes to suit your needs. Their friendly staff can help you choose the perfect bike and provide you with essential information about local cycling routes. With Alyth Cyclery, you can explore the beautiful surroundings of Glenshee and the surrounding area on two wheels.

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Beautiful surroundings, and views. We stayed in the Blackberry Hut with our dog and the accommodation was roomy, comfortable and well equipped. The toilet and shower facilities were immaculate (and warm!). The Bothy had everything you need to cook, and was also very clean and well stocked. Dog friendly, plenty of walks and lots of wildlife around too. We will definitely be returning!

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Laura Masling   |   Jun 2022   |   google review

Absolutely first class. From website details, booking and staying. Excellent location for us skiing. Pods are beautiful and cosy. Wood fired hot tub and fire pit is an absolute must, especially after a days skiing. Finally, The Bothy was an added bonus that we didn’t think we would need. But was fully kitted out with everything possible and loved the communal feel. Can’t recommend enough. Well done Helena and Nathan, you’ll definitely be seeing us again! Xx

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Phil Beale   |   Mar 2023   |   Google Review

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£65 per night on all Glamping Pods. No minimum stay. Until 19th December 2024*

 
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