A WEARDALE cafe is launching a new cycle hire scheme to help more visitors appreciate the area on two wheels.

Chatterbox Cafe in St John’s Chapel has launched its bike hire programme.

The cafe, situated in St John’s Chapel marketplace, has ten bikes available for hire suitable for anyone aged 12 and over.

The cafe also has helmets for hire.

Owner Cameron Gordon said: “Weardale is a beautiful place and one the best ways to see it and really appreciate it is on a bike.”

Prices start at £10 for a half day and £15 for a full one.

For more information, search for Chatterbox on Facebook or call 01388-537536.