Why the Burley Bee Double Trailer is a Game-Changer for Peak District Family Cycling

Picture this: a crisp morning on the Longdendale Trail, the reservoir glittering to your left, the moorland stretching wide ahead — and two small passengers giggling behind you as you pedal. That’s the magic of family cycling in the High Peak, and it’s a magic that the Burley Bee Double Trailer makes effortlessly possible.

At Peak Bike Station, we hire out the Burley Bee Double because we genuinely believe it’s the best family trailer on the market for riding the trails of the Peak District. Here’s why.

Built for the Trails You Love

Whether you’re rolling along the flat, traffic-free tarmac of the Tissington Trail through the White Peak limestone dales, tackling the dramatic scenery of the Monsal Trail through its famous viaducts and tunnels, or heading out from Hadfield onto the Longdendale Trail with the Pennine hills as your backdrop — the Burley Bee Double handles it all with ease.

Its 20" wheels with metal spokes glide over trail surfaces smoothly, while the hammock-style seat acts as passive suspension, keeping little ones comfortable even on longer rides. Weighing just 20 lbs, it’s Burley’s lightest double trailer — a full 10 lbs lighter than premium models like the D’Lite X. On the trail, that difference is real: testers repeatedly described it as feeling invisible behind the bike.

Safety You Can Trust on Every Ride

When you’re pulling precious cargo through the Peak District, safety isn’t negotiable. The Burley Bee Double sets the standard:

• Full internal aluminium roll cage — heat-treated 6061-T6 aluminium creates a protective cocoon around your children, acting like a roll cage during tip-overs
• 5-point harness system — secure and intuitively adjustable, with shoulder straps that grow with your children, no rethreading required
• Visibility & weather protection — reflective panels, a safety flag, wheel guards blocking trail debris, and UPF 50+ tinted windows blocking 98% of UV rays

For full technical specifications and safety documentation, visit the Burley support page.

Adventure-Ready, Budget-Friendly

The Burley Bee Double proves you don’t need to spend a fortune to adventure safely with kids. It distils 40+ years of Burley innovation into an affordable, no-nonsense package that excels where it matters most: safety, towing ease, weather protection, and durability on real trails.

While hardcore off-road riders might look at the Encore X, families exploring the Peak District’s network of traffic-free trails will find the Bee an indispensable companion — from school run to sunset cruise, from the Tissington Trail’s gentle limestone valleys to the wilder moorland edges of Longdendale.

Plan Your Peak District Family Ride

Ready to explore? The Longdendale Trail (starting right on our doorstep in Hadfield) is a brilliant first ride — flat, traffic-free, and stunning. The Monsal Trail in the Derbyshire Dales offers dramatic viaduct views that will stay with your family forever. And the Tissington Trail through the White Peak is perfect for a leisurely full-day adventure.

For route inspiration and trail maps, Sustrans National Cycle Network is an excellent resource, as is Peaks and Puddles — a brilliant Peak District cycling guide written specifically for families.

Hire the Burley Bee Double from Peak Bike Station

Based in Hadfield at the gateway to the Longdendale Trail, Peak Bike Station offers Burley Bee Double trailer hire so your family can experience the Peak District without the commitment of buying. Check availability and book your hire here.

“We absolutely love the Burley Bee! Easy to install, lightweight, and smooth. Top-notch construction — I’d highly recommend!” — Peak Bike Station customer