• Notes from the Lake District

    8th December, 2014

    We recently returned from a 'reccy' trip in the wonderful Lake District. It's not the first time we've visited - in fact, the Lakes hold a special place in our hearts, full of memories of long summer days filled with friendship, laughter, good food, good wine, and fantastic walks… 

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  • Spotlight on.... Spanish Paradors

    6th November, 2014

    The Carter Company's bike tours are created on two principles: 1) gentle cycling along thoughtfully designed routes is the best way to get to know a place and 2) a day of gentle cycling should always be followed by a night in a luxurious but characterful and unique hotel. We… 

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  • The best luxury bicycle saddles

    7th August, 2014

    Here at The Carter Company, we're all about a little bit of indulgence. Most of our cycling holidays and walking tours in Britain offer a choice of 'classic quality' or 'luxury' accommodation, and we'd always recommend choosing the latter! There are some pretty special places… 

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  • The best places for a tea and cake pit stop

    25th February, 2014

    Here at The Carter Company we love a good cup of properly brewed leaf tea and a slice of cake. Earl Grey and Keemun are regular favourites in the office (excellent complements for a Battenberg or Lemon Drizzle), but we've also been branching out to more unusual blends recently...… 

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  • For an authentic Cotswolds experience, go by bike

    20th February, 2014

    Our 'Really Rather Special Tour' is our most luxury gentle cycling holiday in The Cotswolds and shows off what we do best here at The Carter Company. After many many years of crafting cycling and walking trips in The Cotswolds, we have drawn on our collective knowledge and combined… 

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