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The National Forest Cycle Centre based in the Midlands near Ashby de la Zouch  opened on June 1st and is already proving to be a fantastic facility.

http://www.purplemountain.co.uk/hicks-lodge/

Hicks Lodge is a great day out for all budding cyclists. From complete beginners to the more confident. Situated in young woodlands, at the heart of The National Forest, the site has been designed with the whole family in mind.

Purple Mountain is offering

• Cycle Hire with adults + kids bikes, tagalongs and trailers
• Cycle shop fully stocked with  biking goodies
• Outdoor friendly Cafe with food to fuel your ride
• Courses and Tuition
• Guiding Services
• Workshop for repair and maintenance
• Year round programme of events

Come and try it for yourself

How to get there:

Hicks Lodge is part of The National Forest. Ashby de la Zouch is the nearest town or village.

From the A42, take junction 12 towards Ashby-de-la-Zouch. Turn left after the golf course just before Ashby, then turn right on Willesley Woodside towards Moira. Look out for the entrance signs for Hicks Lodge.

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Sam Mills give his personal recommendation...