MILFORD ON SEA BIKE RENTAL FIELD GUIDE
Full‑day e‑bike along the New Forest Wine Route — coast, woodland and a vineyard tasting
An all‑day Jaunt E‑Bikes tour that follows the Solent coastline into the New Forest, includes a vineyard tour and tasting of English wines, and explains what to bring and who should ride.
Full‑day e‑bike along the New Forest Wine Route — coast, woodland and a vineyard tasting.
Embark on an all‑day e‑bike journey along the historic New Forest Wine Route, pedalling coastal tracks and centuries‑old woodland to reach the region’s premier vineyard for a guided tour and a tasting of English red, white, rosé and sparkling wines. Retro‑styled bikes with chunky tyres and five levels of pedal assist make the ride approachable while the route opens onto Solent views and the distant silhouette of the Isle of Wight.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Solent views and the Needles on the horizon
The route follows the New Forest coastline with open views over the Solent toward the Isle of Wight and its famous Needles — a recurring scenic motif on the ride.
Free‑roaming ponies and pastoral woodland
Riders should watch for the New Forest’s famous free‑roaming ponies and livestock as the trail threads through centuries‑old woodland and grazing land.
Vineyard tasting and nearby village stops
The vineyard visit includes a guided tour and tasting, and the day allows time to browse an on‑site farm and wine shop, grab lunch at the Tea Gardens or the nearby Filly Inn, and explore coastal towns such as Milford on Sea and Lymington.
What the day feels like
What the day feels like
You meet at Jaunt E‑Bikes’ Keyhaven base for a morning briefing, then set out on retro‑styled e‑bikes along coastal tracks and through New Forest woodland. Mid‑morning brings a vineyard tour and tasting of the estate’s English red, white, rosé and sparkling wines, followed by time to visit the farm and wine shop and lunch at a local tea garden or pub. The afternoon is yours to continue cycling the New Forest at leisure before returning to Keyhaven in the late afternoon.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this tour works best for — and who should reconsider.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
All‑day experience covering approximately a 24‑mile round trip. Typical schedule has a 09:00 arrival at Jaunt E‑Bikes Keyhaven for briefing, a mid‑morning arrival at the vineyard for a tour and tasting, time for lunch and browsing, and return to Keyhaven around 16:00.
Pack for the weather: sun cream if it’s hot, warm layers and gloves if cold. Always wear sturdy closed‑toe shoes.
A range of retro e‑bikes and a small selection of non‑electric bikes are available; child seats and pillion options exist with specific height and weight limits — check options and sizing when booking.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the tour?
This is an all‑day experience; the typical itinerary runs from a morning briefing to a late‑afternoon return.
Where do we meet?
Meet at Jaunt E‑Bikes’ Keyhaven headquarters for the e‑bike briefing and bike collection before departure.
Can children come on the tour?
The operator states the experience is not suitable for under‑18s; there are, however, child seat and pillion options and non‑electric bikes described by the operator for specific ages — confirm details at booking.
What happens at the vineyard?
The vineyard stop includes a guided tour of the vines and a tasting of the estate’s English red, white, rosé and sparkling wines, followed by time to browse the on‑site farm and wine shop.
Are there rules about drinking while cycling?
Cyclists are subject to the same drink‑driving laws and rules as motorists; each rider is personally responsible for compliance.
What should I wear for the ride?
Dress for the weather and wear sturdy closed‑toe shoes; the operator also advises appropriate clothing where child‑carrying is used.