Intro: Three quick steps from browsing to bicycling
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Find your route
Start by getting inspired and figuring out which route you want to explore! Check out our Routes page for recommendations (down the coast to Holy Island is a top favourite), or call us if any questions. Remember we offer delivery/ pick-up if you fancy tackling a longer one-way route vs a round-trip.
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Get your bikes
Do you want the luxury boost of an E-Bike, or prefer to stick to pure pedal power? Pick the right bike for you - more info below. We’re happy to deliver your bikes to you, or collect & ride from our location near Scremerston (free parking on site, and great routes on our doorstep including to Holy Island).
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Enjoy the ride!
The most important bit: hop on your bike, start pedalling, and enjoy! We’ll give you a quick intro to the bikes before you start, and provide helmets, locks, lights. Our recommended routes are easy to follow, but we’re available on the phone for any questions as you explore. Let the good times roll!
FAQs
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Opening Hours:
We’re open 7 days a week for bike rentals from April to October, but we operate on a booking basis—so please book online to secure your spot. We’re flexible on times, but unfortunately, we can’t accommodate walk-ins, so make sure to book ahead!
Location:
Good Times Bike Hire is conveniently situated just 3.2 miles south of Berwick-upon-Tweed Town Centre.
Our address is Inland Pasture Farm, Scremerston, Berwick-upon-Tweed, TD15 2RJ.
On arrival to the farm, please turn right, follow the farm track down, then left into the yard. From there, you’ll see our ‘Good Times’ logo, with parking to the left of the sign.
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How to book: You can book a bike directly through our website: https://www.goodtimesbikehire.co.uk/book.
We recommend booking in advance, especially during busy periods!
What to bring: We recommend bringing comfortable clothing, sunscreen, and water. Helmets are provided with every rental, and we also offer bike locks.
If you’re going on a longer route, consider bringing a snack or two!
Note: We have two sets of panniers available at a small additional cost. Please enquire about these when booking.
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Yes, we offer a convenient delivery and pick-up service for our bike rentals! Whether you’re staying at a local hotel, a holiday home, or simply prefer the convenience, we can arrange to deliver your bikes directly to you and pick them up when you’re done.
Select this option on the booking form to take advantage of our delivery and pick-up service, available within a 20-mile radius of Berwick-upon-Tweed.
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There is free parking available at our base in Scremerston.
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Yes, e-bikes are simple to use and accessible for most people, making them a great choice for beginners and experienced riders alike. With adjustable motor support, they provide an extra boost to make cycling easier and more enjoyable.
We have a range of bikes suitable for all experience levels, from beginners to more seasoned riders. Our e-bikes are a great option for those new to cycling, but also fancy some electrical assistance.
Riders must be at least 14 years old to use an e-bike, per UK regulations.
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To choose the right bike size, use the following height guide:
• Kids’ bikes: Suitable for riders between 4’3” - 5’0”.
• Small bikes: Ideal for those between 5’1” - 5’5”.
• Medium bikes: Perfect for riders between 5’5” - 5’9”.
• Large bikes: Best for riders between 5’9” - 6’3”.
When you arrive, we’ll make sure the bike fits you perfectly, adjust the seat height, and offer a quick test ride to ensure you’re comfortable before setting off.
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Yes! We have a range of suggested routes to suit all levels of riders, from casual to experienced. Routes vary in length and difficulty, and you can find detailed information on our website.
Our routes range from short 1–2-hour rides to full-day adventures, depending on your pace and preferences.
Please view our suggested routes using this link: https://www.goodtimesbikehire.co.uk/routes.
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Holy Island is accessible via a tidal causeway, so it’s important to plan your visit around the crossing times. We highly recommend checking the current tide schedule (before planning your journey) using the below link:
https://holyislandcrossingtimes.northumberland.gov.uk/
Please remember to allow enough time for your return journey, as tides can change quickly!
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Groups/Corporate Events: Yes! We cater to group bookings and corporate events, providing a fun and unique way to explore the area together.
Multi-Day Rentals: You can also rent bikes for multiple days - simply book online or contact us to arrange the perfect package for your needs.
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We get it - sometimes things like punctures or even getting lost can happen.
If you experience any issues during your ride, just give us a call! We’ll come out to fix the problem, or offer guidance, and get you back on your adventure in no time.
Our bikes:
Get to know our fleet of bikes here! You can also see profiles of our bikes out exploring on our Instagram @goodtimesbikes.
Every bike comes with a helmet, lock, and lights. All E-Bikes come with their charging kit if rented for more than one day.
All about our E-Bikes
How they work: The motor is based on pedal-assist, i.e. it amplifies the power from your pedalling (either a little or a LOT, based on what assist level you choose). You can easily click the assist level up and down as you ride along. Otherwise, they ride just like a normal bike.
Range: Depends on how much assistance you use (e.g. how many hills, how much pedal-assist you choose, etc). As a rule of thumb, our E-Bikes cover approx. 50km - 65km from 1 charge.
Speed: The bikes travel at up to 15 mph, depending on the bike. On the flat you’ll usually be cycling at ~15 mph with electrical assistance.
Riding style: Comfy! Most of our E-Bikes have a slightly upright cruiser position, but we have a few with a sportier position too (see photos).
Brands: Giant or Momentum
Who can ride: Anyone aged at least 14 years old who can safely ride a normal bicycle.
Tech/ model specifics: We offer the Giant Explore E+1 625 w/H, the Giant AnyTour E+2 625 w/H and the Giant Daily Tour E+3 500wH.
Our Hybrid bikes
Easy-riding pedal bikes. (‘Hybrid’ means a general purpose bike, i.e. between a road bike and a mountain bike. Note these are not E-Bikes).
Perfect for our quiet local roads and cycle tracks in summer, e.g. Cycle Route 1 to Holy Island.
Brands: Giant and Giant Liv
Range of adult sizes available.
Our Mountain bikes
Hard tail off-road bikes. If you’re keen to tackle an off-road route or we’ve recently had wet spring/ autumn weather along local Cycle Routes 1 or 68, these will be the bikes for you.
Brands: Giant, Canondale, Superior
Range of adult sizes available.
Our Kids bikes
Fun, general purpose kids bikes, suitable for quiet roads and dry cycle tracks.
Brands: Giant, Squish
Range of sizes available (size guide provided on booking page)
Kids must be at least 8 years old to ride, and the adult booking the hire must be 18+.
Prices:
Find the price of your bikes, then add optional delivery/ pick-up/ both (or collect from our hub near Berwick for free, including on-site parking).