Cycle Breaks

05/06/2026

Tips for a great cycle break

1. Get Your Bike Fit Right
We will make sure your bike is properly fitted to you from the very start of your holiday. we will adjust your saddle height and handlebar position before you set off, ensuring you are comfortable and confident in the saddle — particularly important when you have several wonderful days of cycling ahead!

2. Pack Light but Smart
With us taking care of your luggage transfers between hotels each day, you are free to travel light and enjoy the ride. Simply keep your day bag or cycling jersey pockets stocked with the essentials — a water bottle, snacks, a light rain jacket, sunscreen and your phone — and leave everything else to us!

3. Pace Yourself
It's easy to set off too fast on day one, especially with so many beautiful sights around every corner! Our routes are carefully graded so you know what to expect each day, but as a general rule take it steady, enjoy the scenery and save some energy for the days ahead. A Cycle Breaks holiday is a gentle adventure, not a race!

4. Stay Hydrated and Fuelled
Cycling burns more energy than you might expect, particularly in warm weather. Drink regularly and don't wait until you're hungry to eat — stopping at a local café, bakery or country pub along the route is one of the great pleasures of a Cycle Breaks holiday!

5. Embrace the Unexpected
Some of the best moments on a Cycle Breaks holiday are the unplanned ones — a stunning viewpoint, a charming village or a wonderful local restaurant discovered along the way. Our routes are designed to take you through the very best of the countryside, but always leave a little time to explore and enjoy the adventure!

18/05/2026

Imagine leaving the car keys behind and trading the daily rush for the soft click of a bicycle chain.

Whether you have just a 2-day weekend to hit the reset button or a full 14-day odyssey to truly disconnect, the Suffolk coast is a storyteller’s dream. Picture yourself pedaling past the ancient heathlands of Dunwich, stopping for fresh seafood in Aldeburgh, and finishing your day with a pint of local ale outside a Southwold pub.

At Cycle Breaks, we handle all the logistics so you can just enjoy the ride. Our friendly, knowledgeable staff have spent years exploring every winding lane to craft the perfect self-guided itineraries. We hand-pick your charming accommodations, map out the most scenic routes, and magically transfer your luggage ahead each day.

From your first inquiry to your final mile, our local team is with you every step of the way to ensure your escape is seamless and unforgettable.

11/05/2026

We love Suffolk and you can discover it with us on a cycling holiday in Suffolk

28/04/2026

24/04/2026

Now that to me looks like a reason to be out and about on two wheels this weekend.
Tell us your cycle plans this weekend.🚴

23/04/2026

And why not do it by bike with a Cycle break in Bury st Edmunds

https://www.cyclebreaks.com/tours/bury-st-edmunds-star-single-centre/

From historic coaching inns to cosy pubs, countryside farmhouses to cottages tucked away in charming villages, Bury St Edmunds and the surrounding area is home to some lovely B&Bs — all offering that ‘home away from home’ experience.

Take a look 👉 visit-burystedmunds.co.uk/business-directory/category/bed-and-breakfast

19/04/2026

Spring has sprung and now’s the time to explore the east of England on two wheels, with 35 years experience of planning self guided cycling holidays in and around Suffolk
Visit us at cyclebreaks.com to find out more

24/03/2026

The journey continues, first along the coast and then inland (to the Roman bridge)

22/03/2026

Looking at a route in Northern Portugal to travel from the mountains to the sea. Hit the Atlantic in the morning. Looking good for late season.

18/03/2026

I think spring may have sprung in Suffolk