I just want to mention that part of a healthy British cycle tour might include looking into the Youth Hostel Association (YHA) of UK/Wales. I booked 3 nights at the YH at Stratford-upon-Avon, with full breakfast, for 80 GBP. If you know anything about the UK cost of living, that is a pretty good deal. I was at the Streatley-on-Thames YH last week and paid 40 GBP for a night, still not a bad deal. All the hostels I've been to also had secure bike parking.

It is a unique experience if you have never been to one. It is a little egalitarian though if you are used to being pampered. I have not seen any other cycle tourists in the UK so far but I have met tons in Germany, Belgium and France at the youth hostels. There are no age restrictions and it can be a great way to meet and chat with other like minded folks.

And now something to whet the travel appetite:

Couldn't tell if this English manor was abandoned or not.
My Bike Friday Diamond Llama (fat boi edition) with Carradice Super C panniers, on the road for 9 weeks so far.