Cycling South to North | Bicycle Touring UK

[@marksadventures3889]

Welcome to the UK 🇬🇧 we love having you here. You're always welcome here. Plenty of sun now. 🌞 we knew you were coming and ordered extra. We will be cooking though, we're not used to this heat.

[@WheelstoWander]

Yeah we took some, they have plenty in Spain! The weather gods treated us well, we even experienced a heat wave in Wales... and no crazy week long downpoors... just some short showers here and there 🌦️👍

[@WheelstoWander]

Hi Everybody! Welcome to the New Videos Series 😊 We head up the UK 🇬🇧 and explore this diverse country full of lovely natural areas, a deep past and we get to meet the wonderful locals. Have you been there or planning to go? What are your thoughts about this Island Nation? Have a great day! E&M

[@colinprice67]

Great to see you in Great Britain,my country and quickly noticed the hedges and stone walling which differs as you travel around England.The first thing we noticed on our first cycle tour in france some years ago was the absence of them.Follow your tours and hope you have a great experiance here,weather is looking abnormaly hot.

[@Foxtrottangoabc]

Only last few years have started to bike pack . Live in uk and realise with its history , safety , green belt, changing weather and landscape and wonderful bridle ways and country lanes I think the UK maybe one of the best places to cycle in the world , thats just a hunch 🙂

[@RoaminRob]

Wow free bed in the NW if you get too tired 😊

[@chrispietryga8710]

Welcome to Britain!! Looking forward to seeing where you go and what you think.😀

[@m__r1100]

Welcome to the UK! We were on the same ferry another day - and had flat calm, hundreds of Dolphins, Fin and Beaked whales... We're in Stirling, Scotland area, call if you need anything...

[@WheelstoWander]

Thanks guys!! Wauw... you're kidding... that's awesome! We didn't really enjoy being on deck, it was better to lay down 😬

[@PumpkinVillage]

What a beautiful country. Glad to see you out and about. Spent some time there. Stonehenge was spectacular. Take care, Al

[@WheelstoWander]

Thanks Al!!

[@ivicabozinovic9450]

Looking forward for the Wales- Scotland parte. I Will be cicling It next year for my 50th birthday. Enjoy

[@WheelstoWander]

Enjoy your upcoming trip there Ivica 🚲 All the best, E&M

[@YoannCharlie]

It takes a lot of dedication to shoot videos while cycle touring, which in itself is very energy/focus/time consuming too, I always try to do so and carry all that extra electronic gear with that intention, but every-time I fail, finding all the challenges of a cycle-touring adventure already a handful to deal with, carrying and breaking expensive gear with no real output to show for.... So well done for yet another beautiful video, always leveling up your skills, thanks for taking us along !

[@WheelstoWander]

Thanks Charlie! It helps a lot that we're doing it together, we also divide the editing. And to be fair there's a lot of good filming opportunities that we miss too... if we're tired or are in a hurry to find a campsite etc. Much respect for people that doing it solo 👌It takes a lot of effort & time!

[@normancoutts]

Good to see you here in the UK. Welcome!

[@WheelstoWander]

Thanks Norman!!

[@leehargreaves7473]

Heading North out of Cornwall is hilly all the way to Bristol and beyond. It gets easier as you approach the Midlands on the West, then Cheshire flattens out a lot (on the West). If you head East, towards Derbyshire/Yorkshire then you'll hit the Peak District and the Pennines. That's tough cycling.... but worth it for the scenery.

[@WheelstoWander]

We will be heading into Wales! More hills please 😆 The places you mentioned sound really nice too... we already know we have to go back some day!! All the best

[@rbailey6949]

If you come to York you’re welcome to stay here with us or even if you just want to stop for a cup of coffee or tea. We are planning a cycle trip to the Netherlands towards the end of summer/early autumn

[@WheelstoWander]

Thank you for your hospitality :) Have a great time in the Netherlands! All the best, E&M

[@ben_9134]

Wonderful to see you exploring my home country! I hope you can spend some time in the county of Norfolk during your trip. Norfolk has a strong historic connection with the Netherlands, we have many historic towns named after dutch people and our landscape is very similar to the Netherlands, very flat and full of dutch designed windmills! Norfolk was home to many protestant dutch refugees during the reformation. These dutch refugees (Known as 'The Strangers') became an essential part of the British weaving industry in places like Norwich. Norwich still has many streets, houses and monuments dedicated to them.

[@Foxtrottangoabc]

Stranger , that word big in Hollywood cowboy movies too , well howdi stranger 😃, fascinating the origin of words

[@WheelstoWander]

Thanks for sharing some insight, that's very interesting! We haven't visited that part of the UK this time around but who knows... it's just a boat ride away!

[@stephensheppard]

It is really great to see the two of you out on tour! I have always loved the UK countryside and it was lovely to see the hills and moor that you passed. The sheep and lambs are always fun, but watch out for those bulls!

[@WheelstoWander]

Yep, those bulls... that's gonna be a theme in the next episode 😬

[@dennisdownes9319]

Great video! Beautiful photography and editing! DD

[@glenswada]

First impressions...they really love their hedges. That broke me into laughter. You guys are great. Enjoy as if there is no tomorrow.

[@WheelstoWander]

😅

[@macanalista]

Now i know from what series i know you, the Ingalls family!! Hahaha! I really appreciate your your trip and feel identified with it.

[@WheelstoWander]

Thanks MagnA! Glad you liked it 😄

[@timothywimborne1722]

Watching your videos just makes me happy. 🙂

[@emmahill1716]

Welcome to the UK!!! Hope your enjoy exploring!!!! Can’t wait to see your new videos. If you come through Leicestershire we’d be happy to make you a cuppa tea/coffee and some food!

[@WheelstoWander]

Thanks a lot guys, that sounds delicious! Currently we're already in Iceland but many thanks for the invite 😊🙏

[@Foxtrottangoabc]

Lovely camera work , Devon and Cornwall beautiful areas

[@fin1gamezone]

Just managed to catch up with your videos massive welcome to the UK we are honoured to have you here and I hope it hasn't been too hot for you.ride safe

[@WheelstoWander]

Thank you Adam! We had a most wonderful time in the UK. We missed most of the heat. We heard it was the hottest it had ever been. All the best, E&M

[@yoshimi896]

ありがとう!　Thank you !　I love your touring video ! Your challenge gives me power that looking forward !

[@WheelstoWander]

Thank you Yoshi! Wishing you all the best, E&M

[@danahsutton101]

I haven't seen you in a while. I'm looking forward to your new adventures. I'll make it to the UK someday

[@BrianthatiscalledBrian]

This tour is going to be so great. As usual of course. Thanks! 🙂👍🚴‍♀️🚴‍♂️

[@chrisg1234fly]

Grew up in Plymouth, riding my bike through those very lanes (although Plym valley was a real off road track in those days, no gravel and tarmac!!). Not been back to England in over ten years, great to see it again. Great video!!

[@WheelstoWander]

Lovely to hear that 😊 Thanks & All the best, E&M

[@BadaiRimba]

it's really fun cycling in the countryside, seeing the garden, sheep, horses,,, something very happy, I'm happy to see your trip,,,, greetings from Indonesia

[@WheelstoWander]

Thank you BadaiRimba :) The UK is beautiful for cycling. We loved it! Best wishes, E&M

[@atexnik]

Spectacular views!

[@TanukiParis]

7:26 Amazing light

[@dropeipromundo]

What a beautiful place guys love it, always I want to do the round so it’s gonna be a good way to see how looks like , thanks for sharing every single minutes of this amazing video. 🇧🇷

[@WheelstoWander]

We loved it! Especially Wales & the Lake District, I'm sure you're going to have a great time!!

[@MichaelKalmanovitch]

I really appreciate the additional information you add to your videos. When I was watching this one I had a dialogue going in my head about the stone walls and tors and then you would talk about those aspects. Very nice. The house I lived at in Cornwall was called Tor. It was just down the field from a tor and the yard and farm yard were surrounded by 6 foot dry stone walls that were hundreds of years old. There are some young people getting involved in reviving the knowledge, repairing, and building of these walls. Thanks for highlighting them.

[@WheelstoWander]

We even heard that there are competitions nowadays who can make the best dry stone walls... We were really impressed by some of them!! And we love how you all give names to everything... sometimes quite funny too! 😄

[@thattravellingguy]

Thank you for this video. It was awesome.

[@stewheart]

Loved the coffee shots! Hope you had a good time in the UK

[@WheelstoWander]

Thanks Stewart! Happy to hear you like the coffee stuff :) The UK was great 👍🏼 All the best, E&M

[@mbrider56]

Hey guys, welcome to the uk 🇬🇧 I hope you found us a warm and welcoming lot…I love the new forest 🌳 and the pony’s. Hope your journey into our lovely countryside continues well 🚴🏼🚴🏼🇬🇧🙌🏻👍🏻☀️☀️

[@WheelstoWander]

Ohh don't worry about that, you were a hospitable bunch 😄 Thanks for the tip, we'll be adding that to our must-see list for future UK trips!

[@joshuapamely7151]

Welcome to the UK. Hope you have a great time.

[@bayangpunla6991]

Nice to see you again on the road. Take care E&M. Miss you guys

[@philread7668]

I left England 20 years ago. I will never go back. But it does look pretty. Following your adventures and happy you were not killed by the Thai loonies (where I live now) as the pandemic hit you. Planning a cycle adventure of my own. So you inspire me.

[@WheelstoWander]

It a great place to cycle for sure! Thailand too, we would love to go back some day. Wishing you all the best for your upcoming cycle tour! Enjoy & Tailwinds, E&M

[@Garfie1d73]

Your videos keep getting better and better. Wish you the very best!

[@WheelstoWander]

Thanks Garfie!

[@onedaywellallbedead4338]

Such a nice cycle touring video of the UK. Thank you guys…👍

[@micky30335]

Hopegreat video,,,,welcome to the uk ,,,,theres lots of great cycling here ,,,enjoy and have a safe trip 😃

[@WheelstoWander]

For Sure Micky! We had a lovely time n the UK. We will be definitely coming back! All the best, E&M

[@JoeOaken]

The UK is absolutely stunning, really hope you enjoy/enjoyed your visit!

[@maliksince1973]

Beautiful place and beautiful couple

[@WheelstoWander]

😊 Thanks Malik

[@rahimullahmirza3849]

Hi Friends. Glad to see you again. Hope you will explore new sightseeings, cities and adventures for us.

[@nickpeck624]

Welcome to the UK, hope you enjoy being here and if you are near Sheffield you are very welcome to contact us. We have loved your videos, they have become part of our lives the last couple of years.

[@WheelstoWander]

Thanks so much for the invitation guys!! 💛

[@justinedwaesd4232]

Can't wait to see you in Wales welcome to the uk

[@hannahr4548]

I'm so excited to see this series 🥰 I've recently moved back to Germany from having lived in the UK for 10 years and I must say, I'm a little home sick 😢🌿it's nice to see those rolling hills, especially in dartmoor its just so stunning 🥰 I hope you really love it and that the hills aren't too crazy on your path.

[@WheelstoWander]

Thanks Hannah! Hopefully you'll be able to visit the UK often! Though Germany is wonderful too... Compared to the Netherlands you have so much more diversity & natural places... Give us some of that 😋

[@jamesmoros1274]

Safety 1st and good luck 😊

[@WheelstoWander]

Very important! All the best, E&M

[@moabit]

Oh that´s wonderful😃...it seems not too late to follow you into this new adventure...🤗😘

[@WheelstoWander]

Hope you like it😄

[@davidevans9194]

Welcome to the UK! I live around the Bristol area. Your videos were my primary inspiration to pursue a goal of touring Europe by bicycle. I am currently at the 'baby-steps' stage but constantly encouraged by your footage. I am particularly keen to learn some tips from your UK reports . Enjoy your tour guys!

[@WheelstoWander]

That's amazing to hear! 😊 The UK was absolutely fantastic, a nice mix of historical sites, great people, convenience but also challenge if you want! Wishing you lots of joy in preparing for your EU tour, you'll have a fantastic time! E&M

[@yellowbicycleartstudio8974]

Another beautiful video! Thank you for sharing your great adventure!

[@Foxtrottangoabc]

3:15 customs winking Maudi , 🤣love it 😅👍

[@bertski60]

good to watch another dandy show. beautiful scenery. thnx so much.

[@WheelstoWander]

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[@nickroyal8619]

Arrive Plymouth and straight out across Dartmoor! Ouch! Safe travels…

[@WheelstoWander]

😅

[@WyeExplorer]

Nice one both. So happy you like our high hedges - they're actually very old and are very good habitats. I was enjoying that so much I was hoping for part 2 and 3 and 4. All the best. Mark

[@WheelstoWander]

Thanks Mark! Interesting to know about the hedges. Next episodes will come in September... All the best, E&M

[@WyeExplorer]

@@WheelstoWander A pleasure both. Yeah, them hedges have been going on forever and support a lot of life. I'll keep an eye out for the follow ups. Peace.

[@richardcheatham9490]

A safety heads up for you both: Projected weather in parts of UK to reach highest level ever (104F) today, July 18. Be safe over there. Richard

[@WheelstoWander]

Thanks Richard! We heard about it... we were already in Iceland, not so much of a heatwave here 😬

[@hybridroundhead4978]

Such incredible cinematography!

[@JohnLvideos]

Welcome to England, my home country. Hope you guys enjoy the countryside here it is quite diverse and varied in each different area.

[@hArtyTruffle]

Yes, we have lots of winding roads lined by hedges in the countryside. I expect you really appreciated getting to Dartmoor. Wonderful views can be had from there, especially atop the Tors. I think you’d love the Lake District and the Brecon Beacons too amongst many other places. Just noticed this vid is 3 months old, but a belated welcome to the UK anyway 😊 If you visit Scotland, please make sure you have head nets to protect you from the midges. They’re savages 😂 Happy journies 🍂🍁

[@sboag5]

Wow it looks like you make your aeropress upside down from the way I do it! I put the filter on, put the coffee and then water from the plunger side, and then put in the plunger!

[@WheelstoWander]

It’s actually called the upside down method 😉 This way no coffee leaks through and we can make a strong coffee to dilute to make two cups 👍🏼

[@sboag5]

@@WheelstoWander Fascinating, makes sense. Thanks!

[@nigep]

Great video I’ve followed you around the world and now you are in my back yard Holland and Orkney are my favourite cycling places A few years ago I cycled from Santander to Roscoff in northern France and then to Rotterdam Looking forward to the next video keep up the good work

[@WheelstoWander]

Great trips, nice to hear that you've enjoyed the Orkney Islands... never even thought about it as a cycling destination!

[@graham-kirby]

Welcome to the UK. I’m really looking forward to part of your tour, it will be so interesting to hear a visitors view of our country.

[@tonytodd7293]

Hi there, spoke you in the middle of KIELDER Forest, Northumberland. Hope you made it to Iceland 😄😄

[@WheelstoWander]

Hi Tony :) Haha, yes we remember! We did and are there now! Incredible place. We bet you would like it too! All the best, E&M

[@petergarner]

So happy to see you embark on a new adventure. You really capture the sense of nervous anticipation you get when starting a new tour. England is so lovely and green! I also love how you don't try to pretend that everything on these tours is rosy, and yet also manage to somehow convey a sense of good humour even after a bad night's sleep. I've been there, but it's hard to stay grumpy when you're on a bike, right? As always, thanks for your amazing videos, and stay safe out there!

[@WheelstoWander]

Thanks Peter 🙏 Ohh we absolutely have that... especially when transitioning back from a comfy winter break back into fulltime touring! Well there's a difference between showing the highlight real versus real life of course, but we do our best to stay positive even when we don't feel like it. Like you said, it's hard to be grumpy with good views, good company... and especially after a cup of joe 😋

[@heikoauftouren]

Chapeau! It is really amazing how your ability to express your story with your camera has developed even further! Thank you for sharing this with us! Have a great trip and always enough pressure in your tires 😉 Heiko

[@WheelstoWander]

Ha, that would be fantastic 😉 shoutout to Schwalbe for minimal punctures... Thanks Heiko!!

[@lukespack]

Great video. Lovely animals. Tough short hills one after another. I bet it felt good to be back on land. I hope you are to able to get away from the heat today. Take a break the next couple days.🥰🤩🐄🐑🍋🧋🍦🚿

[@WheelstoWander]

It did 🥴

[@mysurlytrucker7510]

Good to see you guys back, are you coming to my country Scotland.

[@WheelstoWander]

We have already been ;)

[@Bernhard20Zoll]

Hello, I think your videos are so beautiful. Genuine, unadulterated, as talented in conveying impressions as, for example, the masses of water on the ship. I'm really looking forward to England. I've been to Ireland and Scotland by bike and only briefly touched on England. Thank you for your super great videos, I feel for you, Bernhard

[@WheelstoWander]

Thanks for the wonderful compliment Bernhard!! 🙏😊

[@Giannis_Sarafis]

Great video and what an adventure guys! Thank you!

[@WheelstoWander]

Thank you Γιάννης Σαράφης! 😊 All the best, E&M

[@TooMuchTemper]

Cinematography is next level

[@WheelstoWander]

😊 Thanks! All the best, E&M

[@adnev47]

Welcome to the UK! 🇬🇧 Glad you’re enjoying it here. I live in Plymouth and mountain bike a lot on Dartmoor, so recognised a few of those views! Great video. Looking forward to the rest.

[@robinmjones6197]

Hope you enjoy the rest of your UK trip. My partner and I did the Route 3 from Bristol to Cornwall, camping en route in Exmoor, man, those hills!! We will be publishing our experience in a small book about to be printed. Bon voyage x

[@WheelstoWander]

We did :) It was lovely! Cornwall and Exmoor are on our bucket list... Wishing you all the best with publishing your experience 🍀 E&M

[@reeceholmes8546]

so glad your enjoying uk, I'm from North East England very hilly round these parts, great stuff

[@EmmaShadyLilly]

I have cycled from Dover to Orkney 25 years ago. It was a great tour. Looking foreward to the next episodes.

[@WheelstoWander]

Awesome!!

[@oscarejdonovan]

Really looking forward to seeing this series! ☺️

[@mikeoneil7537]

Great vid, you guys have come a long way from your first videos. The cinematography is leaps and bounds better than when you started. The content, is excellent, and a great plug for the Areopress, they should sponsor you. Great work, you are an inspiration.

[@WheelstoWander]

Thanks for the compliment Mike!! And yeah, we won't mind... 😉☕

[@karin7765]

l loved the scenery and it seems you guys put in a lot of effort to make us viewers wanting to watch it! Beautiful !😘😘

[@WheelstoWander]

🙏

[@kpj5]

Super thank u this is my bike plan for sept

[@WheelstoWander]

You will love it!

[@odetocycling]

Really hope you enjoy your stay here in the UK. Have watched many of your videos and feel sure you'll love the views.

[@WheelstoWander]

Especially the "moody ones" with lots off clouds and some sunshine peaking through... 👌

[@Self_Proppelled]

Yay !! Another adventure. I love you guys 🙂

[@grahamambridge2856]

Welcome to the U. K.!!!! Hope u have a great time. Peak District is great to explore, as is Wales, cumbria and the lake district and Scotland (apart from the midges in Scotland ). Much love. Graham Sheffield England

[@WheelstoWander]

The midges were a challenge, but they don't seem to be anywhere... it's still a mystery to us how that works! So much wonderful places to see in the UK, but Snowdonia & the Lake District were probably our favourites!

[@stephenmorton8017]

Awesome to see you in the UK. You arrived just in time for a heatwave. Make sure to find places to swim lay low during the heat of the day.

[@maidbloke]

Great to see you in my country! Hope you have a good trip. I always enjoy your professionally produced videos. You are welcome to stay in my back garden in Maidenhead. 500m from NCN 4 (South Wales to London cycle route). Cheers!

[@WheelstoWander]

Many thanks for the invite maidbloke! 😊🙏

[@viveviveka2651]

Enjoyed the video. Thank you. 🌻

[@MrPhilsmithson]

Really looking forward to the rest of this series! I’m not sure if you’ve changed something in how you edit/structure/create the videos or not but this was a really nice watch, thank you!

[@WheelstoWander]

Thanks Phil! We're always trying to improve and evolve so that's nice to hear...

[@noggin7313]

Welcome to the UK I live in north Wales even more beautiful and even more hills love your videos keep it up

[@WheelstoWander]

Absolutely, we've been there & loved it!!

[@1elaire]

Hey, Welcome to the UK, we love the videos. If you are passing through Surrey, you are welcome to camp in our garden :)

[@WheelstoWander]

Thanks for the invitation guys!! 🙏😊

[@dvidgonzales8376]

Drip coffee is good to use with Puerto Rican coffee it is not expensive. Some coffees are not that good in the little pots but is good with drip.

[@zakrikipli1852]

Ik kom uit Maleisië. geniet echt van je vlog en geef ons allemaal inspiratie

[@WheelstoWander]

Glad you enjoy it Zakri!

[@ascot1049]

Welcome to England.

[@ReimaginedAdventures]

Gorgeous !!

[@johnhill9504]

Cool new adventure!!! 👍🏼. I hope you'll consider the US at some time. I know the news probably makes us out to be misfits. Lol. I think as a traveler you'll find people are very friendly and the sights to see are incredible. I live in Florida now and haven't explored much here, although I would like to ride the keys. Consider California with the redwoods and Yosemite and the Golden gate! The deserts, there's so much to see. Safe travels!

[@WheelstoWander]

The U.S. would be amazing! We know so much about it it is like we grew up there in a way 😉 All the best, E&M

[@JuanDarePhilippines]

Keep moving, keep safe, more travel💚

[@toofargonetours]

Really looking forward to this series! We have done a few lengthy bike tours but they have all been within in the UK and Ireland so it's super interesting to hear your perspective experiencing it for the first time. Makes me realise I've been taking a few things for granted - for example the dry stone walls! If you get the chance, I couldn't recommend the Irish coast more for bike touring. It's a dream.

[@WheelstoWander]

Oh yes the Irish coast... looks rugged & desolate! Just what we'd enjoy... Next time for sure! Yes that's so relatable, similar to us when we returned after our long world tour we noticed the small things that we otherwise don't bother looking at.... great to get a fresh perspective on everything your own country has to offer!

[@bartmullin8018]

Look at the horizon if getting seasick; it helps(!). Also, remember to keep one hand for the ship and one for you; you'll not fall as much. Done some sailing when I was much younger so, the open ocean is not a scary thing; still have to respect King Neptune though(!).

[@WheelstoWander]

Maybe next time we should make a small offer to Neptune... Great tips 👍

[@cascadorys]

Yuhuu!!! A new adventure! Love it! Good luck!

[@antonpastor7963]

nice this video good bless

[@peacefulrider7449]

Wow great 🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@Onroulelaboule]

Bon voyage!

[@VeloObscura]

Glad to see you are exploring my homeland! I haven't been back to the UK in over 3 years now, so it'll be nice to see how you guys like it. I have some good touring info for the North of England and also a couple of my friends are Warmshowers hosts up in the North East, so if you want any tips or a place to stay, then get in touch! I appreciate you may want to make your own adventure without any outside info though! Great video. Very cinematic ferry sequence!

[@WheelstoWander]

That's very kind!! Our video's are always a little behind, currently we're already in Iceland. But thank you do much for wanting to help us out!! 🙏😊

[@VeloObscura]

@@WheelstoWander - No problem! I've always wanted to go to Iceland. Have a great time!

[@karengonzalez3870]

Hi. We really love your videos. We have come back to watch as it has been awhile. We watched this but I can't figure out how to watch this series "in order". The next one I see is two months ago and this one was 5 months ago. Thank you if you can help.

[@deatraparks4739]

hello eric and maude---have missed you, and am concerned what has happened---hope you are healthy and safe

[@NELSON3947]

Welcome to the UK :)

[@cdg-hzg]

How do you like your AeroPress? I take that with me whenever I do my annual summer tours and find it makes terrific coffee. Plus, it's really easy. Like you guys, I don't see much point in getting out of my sleeping bag if there's not the hope of a nice cup of coffee waiting to greet me.

[@WheelstoWander]

We love it but the one gripe is making a batch for two. We are always on the lookout for something that ticks all the boxes and the Aeropress definitely has the taste top spot!

[@cdg-hzg]

@@WheelstoWander Yeah. It’s a one cup at a time thing. Have you tried simply using more coffee in the press, dividing it to two cups, then topping it off with boiling water. Like an Americano from your local barista.