Get ready for an unforgettable weekend of cycling, sisterhood, and adventure as we explore rural Bedfordshire, characterized by gently rolling hills and diverse natural features! 🌿🚴🏾‍♀️✨

For our fifth weekend together, we’ll be staying in a Woodland Lodge set within 400 acres of beautiful woodland at Woburn Forest Centre Parcs. With open-plan living area design and private patio for morning coffee while wildlife-spotting, or fire up the coals in the brick-built barbecue stand, this is the perfect base for a weekend of fun, connection, and exploration.

What’s in store?

📍 Friday – Arrive and enjoy a leisurely evening stroll through the forest as we get familiar with our home for the weekend. You can arrive from 10am to explore Centre Parcs, but check-in to the lodge is from 4pm.

🚴🏾‍♀️ Saturday – Time to hit the road! We’ll embark on a long, scenic bike ride to soak in the area's natural beauty, followed by an evening of delicious food, laughter, and bonding.

🏊 Sunday – If time allows, we’ll squeeze in another ride to explore more but Sunday will be an opportunity to explore what Centre Parcs has to offer from the Subtropical Swimming Paradise and Aqua Sana Forest Spa to the Entertainment Hive, before wrapping up the night with a group dinner.

💛 Monday – We say our goodbyes (until next time!), check out at 10am, and head home. But if you're up for it, we might just sneak in one last morning ride!

What to Expect:

 🚴🏾‍♀️ Incredible cycling routes with a mix of gently rolling hills and diverse natural features

🌅 Beautiful views & breathtaking scenery

🏡 Cosy woodland lodge accommodation
🔥 Cosy fire pit, BBQs & a private patio
✨ A weekend filled with adventure, connection & BWOW vibes!

This is more than just a cycling weekend—it’s a chance to recharge, connect, and create lifelong memories with an incredible group of women.

Spaces are limited—secure your spot now! 🚴🏾‍♀️💨

Our home for the weekend is a cosy Woodland Lodge set within 400 acres of beautiful woodland at Woburn Forest Centre Parcs. With open-plan living area design and private patio for morning coffee while wildlife-spotting, or fire up the coals in the brick-built barbecue stand, this is the perfect base for a weekend of fun, connection, and exploration.

Quick Summary

• Check-in is at 4pm and check-out is at 10am.

• Two double rooms and two twin rooms.

• Option to have a private room or share with one other person on a first-come, first-served basis.

• One family bathroom and one shower room.

• Large, open-plan living room.

• Private patio and BBQ area.

• Secure bike storage.

• Parking available.

Woburn Forest Centre Parcs is located 1-hour from London. The nearest station is Flitwick, a 15-minute bike ride or 10-minute drive from Centre Parcs.

Travel by train 

The easiest way to travel by train is to get a Thameslink train from St Pancras International to Flitwick Station. You can take a fully folding bike on Thameslink trains at any time, but standard/non-folding bikes are prohibited on peak-hour weekday services heading towards or away from London. Peak-Hour Restrictions (Monday to Friday) are as follows:

• Towards London: You cannot bring standard bikes on any train scheduled to arrive in central London between 07:00 and 10:00.

• From London: You cannot bring standard bikes on trains departing central London between 16:00 and 19:00.

Travel by car

If travelling by car, the resort is located in Bedfordshire, easily accessible via the M1 motorway (use junction 12 or 13). Center Parcs is a traffic-free environment. Aside from arrival and departure days, you cannot drive around the village or park outside your lodge. You can arrive on the village as early as 10:00 am to use the facilities, but your car must stay in the main car park. Once your scheduled lodge access time opens (usually 4:00 pm), you can return to the main car park, drive your car to your lodge, unload your luggage within an allotted timeframe, and then return the vehicle to the main car park for the duration of your break.

CYCLING ABILITY:

Do I need to be an experienced cyclist?

No! This trip is open to all levels. However, you should feel comfortable riding for a few hours at a time. We’ll take breaks, and no one gets left behind!

What kind of cycling routes can I expect?

Woburn Forest Centre Parcs has miles of cycle trails to explore and the wider area of rural Bedfordshire is characterized by gently rolling hills and diverse natural features. Expect scenic rides, great company, and plenty of photo-worthy stops.

What happens if I get tired during a ride?

No worries! We’ll have regular breaks, and there will always be a plan to support anyone who needs to take it easy.

PACKING AND LOGISTICS:

Do I need to bring my own bike?

You have the option to bring your own bike or, if you don’t want to bring your personal bike, there are bike rental options. Please consider how and when you will pick it up. 

What should I pack?

• A bike in good working condition

• A helmet (mandatory)

• Comfortable cycling gear

• Casual clothes for evenings

• A rain jacket (just in case!)

• A swimsuit (if you fancy a dip)

• Any personal essentials

• Water bottle

• Bike lock

• Puncture repair tools (spare inner tubes, tyre levers, mini pump and multi-tool)

ACCOMMODATION & FOOD:

Where will we be staying? We’ll be in a four-bedroom cosy Woodland Lodge with an open-plan living area and a private patio.

Do I get my own room?

On a first-come, first-served basis, you can choose to have your own private room or share with one other person. We are charging everyone the same.

Is there secure bike storage? 

Yes! We will secure our bikes safely near our accommodation.

Are meals included?

Breakfast and one evening meal in the house are included. Meals away from the house, such as lunches and the evening meal out at a local restaurant are not included. 

Dietary restrictions?

During the booking process you can let us know your dietary requirements. We will make sure we have you covered. 

Can I bring my own snacks?

Absolutely! Feel free to bring any snacks or drinks you love.

TRAVEL & DEPARTURE

How do I get to Woburn Forest Centre Parcs?

You’ll need to take a Thameslink train from St Pancras International. We recommend booking in advance for the best prices.

Can I bring my car?

Yes, there’s parking in the main car park. Carpooling is encouraged! We have set up a WhatsApp group, which you can join after booking, to organise this. 

What time should I arrive and leave?

• Arrival: Friday from 4pm (check-in time, but you can arrive earlier to use the facilities)

• Departure: Monday by 10 am.

Can I arrive late on Friday?

Yes, if you need to arrive later, just let us know your ETA so we can welcome you in!

What if I need to leave early?

That’s fine, just let us know, especially if you need to leave mid-ride or activity.

BOOKING AND CANCELLATION

How do I secure my spot?

Spaces are limited! Book your place ASAP to avoid missing out. You can do this by paying a non-refundable deposit. 

Payment options?

You can either pay in full or pay in instalments. Please note that paying in instalments will incur high booking fees.

Payment plans?

Participants have the option to pay in up to 3 instalments.

• A deposit is required to secure your spot, and the remaining balance must be paid in full by August 31, 2026.

• Failure to complete payments by the deadline may result in forfeiture of your booking and any payments made.

What if I book but can’t make it?

We understand that plans can change, and we strive to be as fair and flexible as possible while ensuring the smooth running of our weekender. Depending on when the booking is cancelled, we may offer refunds.

• Deposits are non-refundable. If the minimum number of participants is not reached and we need to cancel the trip, your deposit will be refunded minus the administrative platform charges.

• Cancel more than 60 days before the weekender start date: If paid in full, you will receive a full refund minus the non-refundable deposit and a £25 administrative fee.

• Cancel less than 60 days before the weekender start date: No refunds will be issued.

• If you are unable to attend, you may transfer your booking to another person with prior approval from the organisers.

FURTHER QUESTIONS

What if I have more questions?

Drop us an email at bwow.cycling@gmail.com —we're happy to help! 

Before booking, please review our booking and cancellation policy. By booking your spot, you acknowledge and agree to the terms of this booking and cancellation policy. If you have any questions, please contact us at bwow.cycling@gmail.com.

On arrival at Woburn Forest Centre Parcs, you will find our cosy woodland lodge for the next few days set within 400 acres of woodland. The festivities will begin with a welcome drink, time to unpack and a short local 'sunset' stroll around Centre Parcs before a lovely dinner at home to get to know each other better.

You can arrive at Centre Parcs as early as 10:00 am to use the facilities, but our scheduled lodge access time opens at 4pm.

We will go for a long bike ride to explore rural Bedfordshire, characterized by gently rolling hills and diverse natural features. After we return, we will have some time together eating, chatting and dancing the night away.  

On our penultimate day, Sunday, we will do a short ride in the morning, if we have time. The rest of the day will be free time to explore the spaces and activities available at Centre Parcs including the Subtropical Swimming Paradise water park, with rides, slides and splash pools; a lake and sandy beach; and a huge range of activities for all ages and abilities. In the evening we will go for dinner together a local restaurant. 

On our final day, we will check out at 10am, say our goodbyes, and head home. If you're up for it, maybe we can even sneak in an optional final bike ride.