Visiting Scotland? Hire a Bike on the Isle of Bute for a Coastal Cycling Adventure!
Planning a trip around Scotland? Come to the Isle of Bute, and discover our island’s natural treasures …on two-wheels!
We are Scotland’s first community-based green bike hire scheme, offering half-day and full-day e-bike hire for visitors who want to experience Bute their own way.
Every e-bike hired helps us further our commitment towards a greener, cleaner environment for the Bute community – and a healthier planet for all.
Hire a top-of-the-range e-bike: only from Bike Bute…
Here at Bike Bute, our fleet of Raleigh Lotus Grand Tour e-bikes is available for hire to riders aged 14 years and upwards, offering a fun, green way to explore all that Bute has to offer.
Simply pre-book and pick up your bike at one of our two pick-up locations, below:
Enjoy a day of cycling on quiet country roads and coastal paths…
Only 2hrs from Glasgow (including a scenic ferry ride!), the Isle of Bute is a popular holiday haven for nature lovers, families and solo-explorers alike.
With sandy beaches, magical woodlands, and winding countryside paths, there’s something for everyone who visits. You’ll also find a wealth of shops, eateries, and places to stay – all for the perfect weekend cycling trip!
So much see … so many routes to cycle!
On Bute, it’s so easy to get to our many natural and historical sites by bike: saunter through the town to 13th century Rothesay Castle or the Bute Museum; cycle up to Ettrick Bay for a refreshing beach walk and a spot of lunch; or go off-grid and explore Bute Forest – and don’t miss a visit to Mount Stuart; our neo-gothic mansion with an intriguing story to tell!
Further afield, you can cycle to Scalpsie Bay to catch a glimpse of our resident seals, or seek out our many standing stones for a little bit of ancient history!
Whatever you want to see on the Isle of Bute, take the scenic route with a Bike Bute e-bike.
…want to create your own journey? Use the Bute Walking and Cycling Map for inspiration!
E-bikes: fun and easy to ride – for any age or ability
Our e-bikes use Bosch power-assist, which enables you to cycle with ease, and are therefore suitable for any age or level of fitness. Whether you cycle regularly, or haven’t been on a bike in decades, you’ll find using an e-bike as easy, as it is, fun.
What’s more, our staff will be there at your pick-up time to help you get set up – so you can feel confident about riding before setting off on your adventures.
Easy booking, pick-up and drop-off service
In addition to our e-bike fleet, we also have companion bikes for wheelchair users, as well as child strollers and trailers, dog trolleys, cargo trolleys, paniers, and of course, helmets – all you need for a perfect day of cycling on the Isle of Bute!
Choose your pick-up and drop-off times at the point of booking: your bike will be waiting for you when you arrive.
As a community organisation, pre-booking is required, as our sites are staffed in response to bookings.
Bike Bute hire prices
Book 1/2 day (up to 4 hours) or full day (up to 8 hours)
- £50 returnable deposit
- £30 for 1/2 day
- £40 for full day
Companion bike for wheelchair users
Our Velo-plus bike offers you and your riding companion a great day out!
Simple and fun to use, our Companion Bike offers the experience of cycling, propelled by your companion, and from the safety of your wheelchair.
Contact us to discuss hiring our Companion Bike – our friendly staff and volunteers are happy to help!
We are Bike Bute!
Bike Bute is a registered charity and arm of Fyne Futures, which aims to preserve, restore and improve the environment in and around the area of Argyll and Bute.
Our valued staff and volunteers all have a common goal: to improve and encourage sustainable travel on Bute.
Find out more about us and our services on our FAQ page or get in touch.
Explore the beautiful Isle of Bute the green way; pre-book your Bike Bute e-bike today.
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