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Whitwell Leisure Park, Bull Brigg Lane, Whitwell, Nr. Oakham, Rutland, LE15 8BL, UK, Rutland, Leicestershire, GB
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    • Test ride an e-bike

    200+ Demo models

    Take an electric bike out for a spin, and discover just how much fun you can have! With the UK's biggest e-bike demo fleet, you're spoilt for choice, with over 200 bikes available, 7 days a week.

    We offer two options:

    FREE test ride at our stores, with scenic, traffic-free routes
    48-hour demo at a location of your choice (£49.99, including UK delivery and collection — we'll refund this when you buy a new bike).

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    FREE 1-year Care Plan

    Enjoy peace of mind when you buy your electric bike from Rutland Cycling. We offer a free 1-year Care Plan with all new e-bikes, including a Premium Service (worth £110), free software updates, and a dedicated phone/chat support hotline.

    Not local to us?

    Upgrade to a UK-wide 1-year Care Plan for only £49.99, and we will collect, fully service and return your bike to you.

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    5 E-Bike Centres

    Our spacious showrooms house the world's best e-bike brands, with 70-100 models on display, and fully-trained E-Bike Experts on hand to help.

    Open 7 days a week
    Customer parking and toilets
    Test ride and demo fleet
    Authorised E-Bike Service Centre in all stores — spares, repairs, servicing, software updates

    Our E-Bike Centres

    Rutland Cambridge Peterborough Grafham Pitsford

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    Authorised E-Bike Service Centres

    As a leading independent bike shop, our workshops are fully authorised to diagnose, service and repair all makes and model of electric bike, and are equipped with the latest tooling and diagnostics.

    Open 7 days a week
    Customer parking and toilets
    Free courtesy e-bike
    All makes and models of e-bike

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    30-Day E-Bike Satisfaction Guarantee

    When you buy a new electric bike from Rutland Cycling, in store and online, you can benefit from the added reassurance of our Rutland 30-Day E-Bike Satisfaction Guarantee. You can ride your new e-bike as your own for 30 days, and if it's not right for you, we'll exchange it for another model. (There's a nominal charge of £20 for us to collect your bike, if you've ordered online — just make sure you keep the box your bike arrived in.)

    On which bikes is the guarantee available?

    The Rutland 30-Day E-Bike Satisfaction Guarantee applies to all new electric bikes, bought in store and online. Ex-hire, ex-demo and return bikes are excluded from the guarantee. E-bikes bought on finance or via a Cycle to Work scheme are also excluded. If you are buying online, this guarantee is only available on bikes delivered to mainland UK addresses.

    How does the guarantee work?

    Your 30-day guarantee period starts from the date your new e-bike is collected or delivered. You must notify us by email within 30 calendar days of this date that you intend to return the bike within this scheme. To ensure you remain eligible, we ask that you adopt a 'fair usage' attitude during the guarantee period, and make sure there is no damage to the bike outside of the minimal wear you would expect from a bike ridden for 30 days or a few rides. Please note that any damage to the bike, including damage from incorrect assembly, will invalidate the test ride.

    How many times can I use the 30-day E-Bike Satisfaction Guarantee?

    We allow one exchange within this scheme, to a different model of e-bike.

    Read the full T&Cs here

    Free Delivery over £10

    All of our bicycles are fully built by our experienced and certified mechanics prior to delivery; all you will need to do is turn the handlebars and fit some pedals.

    We offer free delivery on all orders over £10, with delivery starting from £1.99 for orders below this value. We also have a selection of premium shipping options available including timed slots, morning deliveries Saturday delivery services and DPD Pick-up. There are additional postage charges that are applicable for international orders and some off shore or remote areas of the UK. All bicycles are shipped separately to other items. Please see our delivery page for full details.

    Fully built bikes

    All of our bikes are fully built and carefully inspected by trained mechanics before being lovingly packaged and shipped out. All you will need to do when the bike arrives is turn the handlebars and attach some pedals. Please note that for international deliveries bikes will need to be dismantled further before shipping to allow them to be packed down into a smaller shipping box.

    1 Hour Delivery Slot

    For your convenience, we offer a 1 hour delivery slot option; meaning that you don't have to wait in all day for delivery. You will need to select this service in the shipping option stage of the checkout process. This service is not available for bicycles.

    0% Finance

    We offer flexible finance options on all orders over £250, now with no minimum deposit! We offer 15.9% interest bearing as standard, with terms up to 48 months and we also offer flexible interest free options on selected items. Interest free finance terms start from 6 or 12 months and go up to 24 months (orders over £999.99) and 36 months (orders over £1999.99). If you're unsure on the available options, all products over £250 on our website have a unique finance calculator where you can see exactly which finance options are available on that product, allowing you to clearly see the available options and associated payment terms.

    Free 14-day Bike Insurance with Assetsure

    Getting a new bike is an exciting time. You'll likely find yourself filled with a child-like sense of excitement and anticipation to get your shiny new steed home. We know how much a new bike means, it's more than just a means to an end, a new bike is something we love and take pride in, an item that gives us pleasure as well as serving a purpose. It's for this reason that we have partnered with Assetsure cycle insurance to offer you 14 days free insurance on your new bike.

    Accidental Damage - To the full retail value of your cycle
    Theft - To the full retail value of your cycle
    Malicious Damage
    Replacement Cycle Hire following a claim
    Accessories Cover £100
    Full details of what's covered can be found here

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    All Bikes Hand Checked & Assembled Before Shipping Free tracked delivery NEW: 120 day Returns 30-Day Test Ride Option Speak to an expert: 0330 555 0080

    Free, tracked UK delivery on orders over £10

    We offer free, tracked UK delivery on orders over £30, with delivery starting from £2.99 for orders below this value. We also have a selection of premium shipping options available including timed slots, Saturday delivery and DPD Pick-up

    All of our bicycles are fully built by our experienced and certified mechanics prior to delivery; all you will need to do is turn the handlebars and fit some pedals.

    Bicycles are shipped from a different warehouse to other items and so may arrive in advance of any other items you have ordered.

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    90-Day UK Returns for all items

    We want you to be 100% satisfied with your shopping experience at Rutland Cycling, so we offer a 90-day exchange or refund on any unused item (within the UK).

    We've chosen to offer products at the very lowest prices, rather than provide a free returns service. If you do need to return an item, we provide printable postage labels and collection services at a small cost for all items - including bicycles.

    See our full Returns policy.

    30 Day Test Ride

    All the convenience of buying online, without the risk
    When you buy a new bike at full RRP from rutlandcycling.com, you can now benefit from the added reassurance of our Rutland 30-day test ride. Once your new bike arrives, you can ride it as your own for 30 days, and we're confident you'll love it! However, if it's not right for you, we'll exchange it for another model. (There's a nominal charge of £60 for us to collect your bike - just make sure you keep the box your bike arrived in.)

    On which bikes is the 30-day test ride available?
    The Rutland 30-day test ride is available on all full price, non-discounted bikes available for home delivery on rutlandcycling.com. It is not available on discounted or special offer bikes, click and collect bikes, bikes bought on finance, bikes bought through Cyclescheme, or bikes bought in store. This offer is only available on bikes delivered to mainland UK addresses.

    How many times can I use the 30-day test ride?
    We will allow up to two exchanges within this scheme.

    Full T's & C's

    Finance your purchase

    Get a confidential decision online in seconds.

    At Rutland Cycling, we offer Finance on orders over £250, with 0% finance up to 36 months available on selected bikes, including some sale bikes. Visit the product page to see which finance products are available.

    You can apply for Finance online or in store. To apply online, add your selected items to your basket, then checkout as normal. Select Finance as your payment method, fill in the application form, then complete your order.

    See our Finance page for more information.

    Lockdown Update: We are open

    We are still despatching online orders and our sales team are on hand to help with any product enquiries you might have 7 days a week.
    While most of our stores remain open for essential retail, we have updated our store policy.

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    Cycle Hire at Whitwell

    Up to 23 miles of glorious traffic-free pedalling – perfect for families, romantics and adventurers

    Hire a bike today
    COVID-19 Closure Due to national restrictions we are currently unable to offer cycle hire.

    Explore beautiful Rutland Water by bike, enjoying peaceful waterside trails, pretty picnic spots, children’s play areas and plenty of pub stops en route. Spot a rare osprey, visit the sandy beach and enjoy a well-earned ice cream!

    Hire a bike from our award-winning hire centre at Whitwell, on Rutland Water's North Shore.

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    The best choice of hire bikes

    Our Whitwell hire fleet includes standard mountain bikes, comfortable hybrid bikes, electric bikes, tandems and kids’ bikes. We also hire child seats, buggies, comfy gel saddle covers and helmets.

    Our hire bicycles are brand new, current season models from premium brands, all expertly maintained so you can enjoy the ride all day long. We’ve hired over 1 million bikes since 1981, so you know you are in safe hands.

    Rutland route maps

    At Whitwell, you’re spoilt for choice, with up to 23 miles of traffic-free cycling.

    When you arrive, we’ll give you a map and talk you through the route options, including 4 to 8 mile family-friendly trails, taking in adventure playgrounds, cafes, sandy beach, Bugtopia zoo and mini golf; the idyllic peninsula section; the 17-mile lap of the lake, with plenty of picnic or pub stops en route; or for the most adventurous, the full 23-mile trail.
    Read our guide to things to do in Rutland.

    Great value packages

    For families, we offer the popular Family Ticket, which includes 2 adults and 2 kids bikes (age 14 and under). Save up to £32!

    We offer special rates for schools and groups of 10+, students and OAPs.

    Our loyalty card gives you your 8th hire absolutely free – pick up your free card in store. We also run seasonal offers and promotions – check this page for details.

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    Cycle Hire Prices

    Whitwell

    Hybrid & Mountain Bikes

    £14.99 / £22.99

    Electric Bikes

    £19.99 / £29.99

    Kids’ Bikes

    £7.99 / £9.99

    Tandems

    £29.99 / £39.99

    Family Ticket*

    From £39.99 Save up to £32!
    Prices specified are for 2 Hours / All Day.

    Child seats, buggies, gel saddle covers and helmets are also available. Please note, We ask all hirers to pay with a credit or debit card (this is for security purposes).

    *Our Family Ticket is available all day, every day except Bank Holiday weekends.

    Book Online

    Beat the queues and guarantee your choice of bikes. Reserve bikes up to 11am, even on Bank Holidays.

    Hire Periods: 2 Hours / All Day
    Alternatively you can book by phone, 7 days a week, on 01780 460 705 See location map

    How to find us

    Whitwell, Rutland (North Shore)

    Phone
    01780 460 705

    Address
    Whitwell Leisure Park,
    Bull Brigg Lane,
    Whitwell,
    Nr. Oakham,
    Rutland,
    LE15 8BL

    Opening Hours

    Opening Hours
    09:00-17:30, 7 days a week.

    Parking

    When visiting Whitwell by car there is a Lakeside car park that is charged at a small fee. This is a local authority car park but the fee does help keep the area clean, safe and tidy for all visitors.

    Free Click & Collect at this store

    Hire Checklist

    When hiring a bike, you'll need...

      To pay with a credit or debit card (this is for security purposes)
      An adult to book if you are under 16
      To be responsible for the bike and hire equipment
      To wear appropriate clothing: we recommend breathable, loose fit clothing, a couple of layers and a light showerproof jacket. We don't recommend cycling in sandals or flip flops
      Booked online? You'll need to bring your confirmation email and a proof of ID
      Show photo ID (driving licence or passport) if you are hiring an electric bike - this is required for security purposes

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What happens if we need to cancel our online booking?

    No problem – just contact the store at least 24 hours beforehand, and we’ll transfer your booking to another day of your choice (subject to availability).

    Do you offer a discount for schools and groups?

    • For groups of 10+, we offer 10% off 2-hour hire and 15% off all-day hire
    • Multi-activity packages available (cycle hire, climbing, high ropes, kayaking, shelter building, watersports etc)
    • If you are booking bikes for a group, we can sometimes reserve bikes until later in the day
    • Advance bookings only – please give our friendly Hire Team a call:
      • Whitwell: 01780 460705
      • Normanton: 01780 720888
    • Available every day, except Bank Holiday weekends. Not in conjunction with any other offer

    What is included in the family package?

    The Family Ticket includes 2 adults and 2 kids bikes (age 14 and under). It's available all day, every day except Bank Holiday weekends.

    Can I hire a buggy, trailer or child seat and have it fitted to my own bicycle?

    Unfortunately we are unable to hire these add-on items on their own. They can only be fitted to our hire bikes.

    Do you offer any other concessions?

    • We offer a 10% discount off cycle hire to NUS students and OAPs (aged 65+)
    • Please present suitable photo ID – we are unable to give discount without it
    • Available every day, except Bank Holiday weekends. Not in conjunction with any other offer

    Can we pay for cycle hire in cash?

    We ask all hirers to pay by credit or debit card – this is a condition of our insurance.

    What is the minimum age to go cycling alone?

    Age 16. Children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult.

    How do I redeem a cycle hire voucher code?

    • Cycle hire voucher codes may only be redeemed on online hire bookings, via www.rutlandcycling.com/hire
    • These voucher codes are subject to availability and may not be redeemed in conjunction with any other Rutland Cycling or third party offer
    • Cycle hire voucher codes are not valid during bank holiday weekends or school holidays
    • We regret that cycle hire voucher codes are not valid in Cambridge

    Stores

    Whitwell, Rutland Giant Store, Rutland Peterborough Grafham Water Barnwell Road, Cambridge Giant Store, Cambridge Grand Arcade, Cambridge Histon, Cambridge Station, Cambridge Pitsford, Northampton Specialized Concept Store Nottingham Giant Store Newport Pagnell Rutland Cycling Leicester Rutland Cycling Milton Keynes

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