• The hirer is fully responsible for their action whilst using the hire bike. Cyclewise Whinlatter do not accept responsibility for the actions of the participant nor the consequences of such actions. 

• Each rider is responsible for providing their own insurance protection while using a hire bike. Any accident or injury caused by the rider’s actions will be the full responsibility of said rider. 

• Each participant will be fully responsible for any fees or costs incurred or arising from an accident either involving or caused by the rider. 

• Each rider, upon signing the booking form, agrees that they are physically and mentally capable of riding the hire bike. 

• The booking form must be completed by a person aged 18 years or over. Evidence of age may be requested. 

• Riders under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult. 

• It is strongly recommended that all persons hiring from us wear a cycle helmet at all times. Cyclewise Whinlatter reserve the right to refuse hire bike use to anyone with inappropriate equipment or clothing. Cyclewise Whinlatter is not responsible for damage to clothing and/or personal items. 

• The rider agrees to return the bike to the hire bike staff. Failure to return the bike will result in Cyclewise Whinlatter recovering the full retail value of the bike from the rider. 

• The rider is responsible for any negligent damage caused to the bike. The cost of any damage caused (over and above standard wear and tear) will be recovered from the rider, including but not limited to, skidded tyres and buckled wheels. 

• Photo ID may be requested before the hire bike(s) will be released to the participant. Only nationally recognised forms of ID will be accepted i.e. Photo driving license and passport. 

• Forestry England reminds hirers that the suitability of the track cannot be guaranteed. 

• We will endeavour to provide the bike(s) which you have booked, but we reserve the right to substitute your booked bikes for a bike(s) of the same value. 

• Please bring a copy of your booking confirmation collecting your bikes.
• Age restrictions apply for electric bikes, you can ride an electric bike if you are 14 or over.

Hire code of conduct 

• Read the safety information on the signs provided. 
• Keep your children in sight. 
• Helmets are advised when cycling. 
• Follow the Countryside and Highway Codes and consider other track users. 
• Track surface conditions may vary and can’t be guaranteed for cycling. 
• Take note of bike hire and site closing times.