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Retro E‑Bikes, New Forest Lanes and a VIP Brunch: A Leisurely Solent Circuit from Keyhaven
A full-day, power-assisted ride from Jaunt E‑Bikes along the Solent and through the New Forest that pairs easy cycling on retro e-bikes with a guaranteed VIP brunch in Sway.
Retro E‑Bikes, New Forest Lanes and a VIP Brunch: A Leisurely Solent Circuit from Keyhaven.
This is a day of effortless exploration: retro-style, power-assisted e-bikes deliver you along the Solent coastline and country lanes into the centuries-old New Forest, pausing for a VIP brunch in the pretty village of Sway before returning to Keyhaven.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Free‑roaming New Forest ponies and livestock
Ride through classic New Forest habitat and keep an eye out for the area’s famous free-roaming ponies and other livestock—an everyday surprise that punctuates the route.
Sway Tower (Peterson’s Folly) visible from the lanes
One of Hampshire’s most recognisable landmarks, Sway Tower rises above the New Forest countryside and is visible across wide stretches of the route as you cycle.
Milford on Sea green and local producers
The route threads past Milford on Sea village green with its independent boutiques and cafes, and offers a chance to sample local produce at Sway’s vineyard and cidery, the Wharie Experience.
What the day feels like
What the day feels like
The ride is deliberately unhurried: you meet at Jaunt E‑Bikes for a briefing, set off on chunky‑tyred retro e-bikes with five levels of pedal assist to smooth hills and widen your range, pause for a leisurely VIP brunch in Sway, then amble back to Keyhaven by late afternoon.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this day works best for—and who should look elsewhere.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Pack for the weather: sun cream if it’s hot; warm clothes and gloves if it’s cold. Always wear sturdy closed-toe shoes.
Arrive at Jaunt E‑Bikes (Keyhaven Road) for a 10:00 briefing; the schedule includes a midday brunch stop and a return to HQ around 16:00 for a total outing of up to 6 hours.
A range of retro e-bike and traditional bike frames are offered with specific height and age guidelines—choose step‑through frames for easier access or larger frames if you are taller.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long does the Bike 'n' Brunch experience last?
The outing runs for up to 6 hours.
Where and when do we meet?
Meet at Jaunt E‑Bikes on Keyhaven Road, Keyhaven SO41 0TH for a 10:00 arrival and safety briefing before departure.
Is the brunch included and when does it happen?
The itinerary includes a guaranteed VIP brunch in Sway around 12:00 as part of the day's schedule.
Can children ride the e-bikes?
Under‑14s cannot ride e-bikes in the UK; options include non-electric child-sized bikes for older children, rear child seats for ages 1–4, and pillion passengers for ages 4–10 subject to sizing and weight limits.
What should I wear or bring for the ride?
Pack for the weather—sun cream, warm clothes and gloves as needed—and always wear sturdy closed-toe shoes. Pillion and child-seat passengers must wear long, snug-fitting trousers and solid shoes.
What bike sizes and frame types are available?
Jaunt offers several e‑bike frames (step over and step-through) and hybrids in a range of sizes; pick a frame to match your height and needs.