About

Wild Swim Bike Run

Wild Swim Bike Run is an independent outdoor activity, events and tour operator based in Bath, offering a huge range of guided outdoor adventures, cycling experiences and group activities across Bath and the southern Cotswolds.

Activities include guided cycling and e-bike tours, stand-up paddleboarding, Mega SUP, canoeing, kayaking, walking tours, axe throwing, combat archery, GPS treasure hunts and outdoor escape rooms.

From individual bookings to school groups, corporate events and team-building activities for up to 200 people, Wild Swim Bike Run offers a range of outdoor experiences led by experienced professionals.

Individual tours can be booked online, while group, school and corporate bookings can be arranged through the events team.

Guided Cycling and Outdoor Adventures in Bath

Bath E-bike History Adventure

The Bath E-bike History Adventure is a 41-mile guided cycling tour exploring 6,000 years of history.

Following a scenic route through the southern Cotswolds, the experience takes in quiet cycle paths, bridleways and converted railway routes, with opportunities to discover Iron Age, medieval, Georgian and Second World War heritage sites.

The full-day adventure is suitable for confident cyclists, with stops at cafés and pubs along the way.

Bath Pedal & Paddle Adventure

The Bath Pedal & Paddle Adventure combines a guided cycling tour with a stand-up paddleboarding experience, offering a unique way to explore Bath by land and water.

The 25km full-day adventure begins with a cycle along the Two Tunnels Greenway, including the Combe Down Tunnel, which stretches for over a mile.

Following a riverside pub lunch, participants enjoy a stand-up paddleboarding lesson and guided tour, returning through central Bath and paddling beneath the iconic Pulteney Bridge.

Kayaks are also available for this experience.

Women's Adventure Series

Wild Swim Bike Run offers a Women's Adventure Series featuring women-only outdoor activities and adventures.

The programme includes single-day and multi-day experiences such as mountain biking, paddleboarding, trail running, SUP packing and bikepacking.

Starting and finishing in Bath, the adventures explore the southern Cotswolds and surrounding countryside, offering flexible opportunities for outdoor activities and short breaks.

Self-Guided E-bike Tours

For visitors who prefer to explore independently, Wild Swim Bike Run offers self-guided e-bike tours around Bath and the surrounding countryside.

The operator has expanded its fleet of lightweight, step-through touring e-bikes, with battery ranges of up to 100km.

A selection of digital mapping routes allows visitors to explore at their own pace, taking in scenic countryside, historic sites and local attractions.

Corporate Activities and Team Building

Wild Swim Bike Run offers a wide range of corporate activities, team-building experiences and group events in Bath.

Activities include combat archery, axe throwing, cycling, paddleboarding, GPS treasure hunts and outdoor escape rooms.

Working with local hospitality partners, Wild Swim Bike Run can arrange single-site and multi-site events, with activities suitable for corporate groups, schools and private parties.

The experienced events team can help organise activities for groups of different sizes, including events for up to 200 people.

Sustainability

Wild Swim Bike Run is committed to improving its environmental impact across its outdoor activities, equipment rental and retail operations in Bath.

The independent business focuses on supporting the local community, reducing waste and adopting practical sustainability measures.

Its initiatives include:

• Employing local people and developing opportunities for apprenticeships.
• Supporting a local youth mentoring charity by providing free guided activities.
• Prioritising British-made products and carefully selecting the equipment and products it stocks.
• Reusing and recycling packaging received from suppliers, including passing excess cardboard to local horticultural business Seasonal Blooms.
• Recycling old bicycle inner tubes through Schwalbe.
• Collecting rainwater for cleaning and using environmentally friendly cleaning products.
• Encouraging responsible waste disposal and litter collection.

Wild Swim Bike Run continues to look for ways to reduce its environmental impact while supporting local businesses and communities.

Frequently Asked Questions

What activities does Wild Swim Bike Run offer?

Wild Swim Bike Run offers guided cycling and e-bike tours, stand-up paddleboarding, kayaking, canoeing, walking tours, axe throwing, combat archery, GPS treasure hunts and outdoor escape rooms in Bath and the surrounding countryside.

Where is Wild Swim Bike Run based?

Wild Swim Bike Run is based in Bath, Somerset, with activities taking place across the city and surrounding countryside, including the southern Cotswolds.

Does Wild Swim Bike Run offer activities for groups?

Yes, Wild Swim Bike Run organises activities for private groups, schools and corporate teams, with experiences suitable for individual bookings and events of up to 200 people.

Can visitors book a self-guided cycling tour?

Yes, Wild Swim Bike Run offers self-guided e-bike tours with digital mapping routes, allowing visitors to explore Bath and the surrounding countryside independently.

Does Wild Swim Bike Run offer full-day adventures?

Yes, full-day experiences include the Bath E-bike History Adventure and Bath Pedal & Paddle Adventure, combining outdoor activities with opportunities to explore the local countryside and waterways.

Does Wild Swim Bike Run offer corporate team-building activities?

Yes, Wild Swim Bike Run offers corporate team-building experiences, including combat archery, axe throwing, cycling, paddleboarding and outdoor challenges.

How can visitors book an activity?

Individual tours can be booked online, while group, school and corporate bookings can be arranged through the Wild Swim Bike Run events team.