Full Day Hire

At 32 High St, Lewes, Full Day Hire offers a practical way to explore East Sussex by cargo bike. For seven hours you can take away either a longtail or a frontloader—sturdy, high-capacity bicycles built to carry children, heavy loads or commercial deliveries. Longtails on offer include Tern GSDs and Estarli longtails fitted with child seats or racks; rear loaders can support a combined load of up to 172kg.

Frontloaders (Riese & Müller models) concentrate cargo over the front wheel and are available in several sizes for deliveries or family days out. Pick-up is by arrangement and bikes must be returned before 5:30pm. Hirers must present proof of identity and address; copies are held only for the duration of the hire and destroyed on return.

Before you leave, an induction and a brief handling demonstration are required; both parties sign a 'Fitness to Ride' form and a joint inspection documents the bike’s condition. For security, diamond-grade locks and chains are provided and must be used whenever a bike is left unattended. Lewes is a compact town at the edge of the South Downs, with cobbled streets, a Norman-era castle, and riverside lanes that make it ideal for cargo cycling.

A bike that can carry groceries, a picnic or a pair of small passengers transforms errands into an outing: glide down to the river, stop at Southover Grange Gardens, or push out into the chalk ridges for wider views without worrying about roof racks or trailers. The design difference between longtail and frontloader shapes how you ride—longtails favor rear stability for children and panniers, while frontloaders steer and balance differently when loaded. This hire is practical for parents, couriers, or anyone intrigued by low-impact urban transport.

Wear a helmet, practice mounting and dismounting with a loaded bike during your induction, and plan routes that avoid tight lanes or steep steps. The owner’s emphasis on safety and maintenance makes Full Day Hire a reliable option in Lewes; their docks on High Street put you within walking distance of cafés and bike-friendly lanes. Rates, exact models and additional accessories are discussed at booking.

Whether you’re carrying a week’s shopping, ferrying a child to school, or testing cargo mobility for a delivery business, a seven-hour rental gives you the time to learn the bike’s handling and feel how two wheels can alter the rhythm of a day in Sussex. To reserve, arrange pick-up and discuss configuration via their FareHarbor booking page or messaging ahead; bring ID and be prepared for a handling check. Pick up and return at 32 High St, Lewes BN7 2JU, UK keeps everything central—then set off, cargo secured, and discover how a bike can remake a local daytrip or commute.