Our Legacy
our story
Cotswold Motorcycle Hire was created from a lifelong passion for motorcycle touring, adventure and the freedom that only travelling by motorcycle can offer.
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After decades of riding across the UK and beyond — including long-distance adventure touring through some of the world’s most incredible landscapes — we wanted to create something different: a premium motorcycle touring experience based in one of the most beautiful parts of Britain.
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The Cotswolds offers the perfect starting point for adventure. Quiet country roads, historic villages, rolling hills and easy access to Wales, the Midlands and the South West make it one of the finest riding regions in the UK.
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Our aim is simple — to provide exceptional motorcycles, carefully curated routes and a personal level of service that allows riders to experience Britain properly.
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Whether you are visiting from overseas or rediscovering the roads closer to home, we believe motorcycle touring should feel effortless, authentic and memorable.
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This is not simply motorcycle rental. It is about the experience of the journey itself.
At Our Core
OUR VALUES
PASSION
We live and breathe motorcycles and adventure—driven by a passion for the open road and the thrill of every journey.
QUALITY
Premium vehicles, meticulously maintained and expertly equipped—offering a refined standard of comfort, performance, and excellence.
EXPERIENCE
Handpicked routes and personalized service you can rely on—designed to deliver seamless experiences, exceptional comfort, and attention to every detail.
Our Legacy
Meet the founder
Cotswold Motorcycle Hire was founded by lifelong motorcyclist Simon Cruickshank, whose passion for motorcycle touring and adventure riding has shaped the company from the very beginning.
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Having travelled extensively by motorcycle — including long-distance international touring and over 70,000 miles on adventure bikes — Simon created Cotswold Motorcycle Hire to offer riders a more personal, premium and authentic touring experience in the UK.
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Based in the heart of the Cotswolds, the company combines a love of exceptional motorcycles with carefully selected routes, local knowledge and a genuine appreciation for the freedom that adventure touring provides.
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The vision behind Cotswold Motorcycle Hire is simple: premium motorcycles, unforgettable roads and a relaxed, professional experience designed by riders, for riders.
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Whether guests are exploring the quiet roads of the Cotswolds, heading into Wales or planning a wider UK adventure, every experience is built around comfort, quality and the enjoyment of the journey itself.
What Sets Us Apart
why choose us?
HANDPICKED ROUTES
We live and breathe motorcycles and adventure—driven by a passion for the open road and the thrill of every journey.
PREMIUM FLEET
Premium vehicles, meticulously maintained and expertly equipped—offering a refined standard of comfort, performance, and excellence.
LOCAL EXPERTISE
Handpicked routes and personalized service you can rely on—designed to deliver seamless experiences, exceptional comfort, and attention to every detail.
SEAMLESS EXPERIENCE
Handpicked routes and personalized service you can rely on—designed to deliver seamless experiences, exceptional comfort, and attention to every detail.
