How to Find Helmwind Cycles
Finding Us
Important!
Some sat nav and mapping systems may not direct you precisely to our entrance.
If you’re visiting for the first time, we recommend checking the directions below before setting off.
Turn right into Appleby railway station carpark and continue down the track to the left building on the left (Metal Shed).
Our address
Helmwind Cycles
The Metal Shed
Station Yard
Appleby-in-Westmorland
Cumbria
CA16 6UL
What to Look For
If you’ve arrived in Appleby but can’t immediately see us, don’t worry.
Helmwind is located within Station Yard and is not directly visible from the main road.
Look for:
- Station Yard signage
- The railway station area
- The Metal Shed building
We’re just a short distance from Appleby railway station.
Parking
Free customer parking is available on site.
If you’re visiting us with bikes on a rack, in a van, or collecting a new bike, you’ll find plenty of space to park close to the workshop and showroom.
Travelling By Car
Approximate driving times:
| Location | Drive Time |
|---|---|
| Penrith | 20 minutes |
| Kendal | 45 minutes |
| Carlisle | 45 minutes |
| Durham | 1 hour |
| Newcastle | 1 hour 30 minutes |
| Leeds | 1 hour 45 minutes |
| Manchester | 2 hours |
Travelling By Train
Appleby railway station is located just a short walk from Helmwind Cycles.
The station sits on the famous Settle-Carlisle railway line, making us easily accessible without a car.
If you’re travelling by train and would like advice before your visit, please contact us.
Making a Day of It
A visit to Helmwind isn’t just about the showroom.
Appleby sits in the heart of the Eden Valley, surrounded by quiet roads, gravel routes and some of the best cycling terrain in Northern England.
Many customers choose to:
- Test ride a bike
- Explore local cycling routes
- Visit the town centre
- Combine their visit with a ride in the Eden Valley, Yorkshire Dales or North Pennines
Before You Travel
If you’re making a special journey to see a particular bike, arrange a demo ride, discuss a custom build or book workshop time, we recommend contacting us in advance.
That way we can make sure the right member of the team is available and everything is ready for your visit.
Need Help Finding Us?
If you’re close by and having trouble locating us, give us a call and we’ll happily guide you in.
Telephone: 017683 47979