| Thu 1st 7.30pm |
Greater Manchester Cycling Campaign meeting.
Discussing Communication strategy and Bike Week 2008: ideas for GMCC events. Waterhouse pub, Princess Street, Manchester. |
| Fri 2nd, 11.45pm | Midnight Cycle to Alderley Edge
Meet at the Sandbar, Grosvenor Street, Manchester . LET US KNOW ASAP IF YOU'RE COMING AND SEND US YOUR MOBILE NUMBER (we ride rain or shine). Meet at 10:30pm to have a chat and hang out beforehand, otherwise get there for about quarter to midnight nesthebear_23@riseup.net |
| Sat 3rd 10am | Stockport Community Cycling Club Handforth Dean - Meet at Cheadle Baths - A different ride starting through Abney Park to the backdoor of Tesco then on through Handforth and Dean Row to return via Bramhall and the Ladybrook Valley - more roadwork than usual - Refreshments at Tesco or Bramhall. Distance around 15 miles. PLEASE RING FIRST TO CHECK THAT THE RIDE IS ON OR IF YOU ARE UNCERTAIN WHERE THE MEETING POINT IS.
HELMETS COMPULSORY FOR UNDER 18 YEAR OLDS
For further details, contact Jim Court on 0161 487 2387 email: Jimcourt@ntlworld.com |
| Sun 11th 9am |
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| Sun 11th 10.30pm | Stockport Community Cycling Club Grandsires Green - Meet outside High Legh Garden Centre. A ride through the lanes via Antrobus and Grandsires Green to Great Budworth for lunch. Then more lanes across to the outskirts of Knutsford and return to the start - distance about 30 miles. PLEASE RING FIRST TO CHECK THAT THE RIDE IS ON OR IF YOU ARE UNCERTAIN WHERE THE MEETING POINT IS.
HELMETS COMPULSORY FOR UNDER 18 YEAR OLDS
For further details, contact Jim Court on 0161 487 2387 email: Jimcourt@ntlworld.com |
| Sun 11th 10am |
Chorlton Wanderers
Slackers' Cycling Group Anderton Boat Lift, Northwich - 40 miles. If you want to enjoy a gentle bike ride where somebody else worries about the navigating, then why not join The Chorlton Wanderers for leisurely, social rides through the quieter roads of (mainly) Cheshire. We stop at a pub for lunch and then make our way back to Chorlton Water Park Meet 10am at Chorlton Water Park car park at the bottom of Maitland Rd, off Barlow Moor Rd. Bring a puncture kit and pump, waterproofs and money for the pub. No unaccompanied children. (Under 18) |
| Mon 12th 7.30pm |
Greater Manchester Cycling Campaign
The next GMCC monthly meeting will be at the Friends Meeting House, near Albert Square, Manchester. Agenda items include:
Contact gmcc-talk@yahoogroups.com |
| Sat 17th 9.30am |
Stockport Community Cycling Club - Manifold Valley - Meet at Disley Station at 0930 to drive to Hartington - A pleasant trail through the Manifold Valley - tarmac surface with one short stretch of road - Refreshments at Farm at the turning point or along the way - Distance about 14 miles.PLEASE RING FIRST TO CHECK THAT THE RIDE IS ON OR IF YOU ARE UNCERTAIN WHERE THE MEETING POINT IS.
HELMETS COMPULSORY FOR UNDER 18 YEAR OLDS
For further details, contact Jim Court on 0161 487 2387 email: Jimcourt@ntlworld.com |
| Sun 18th | Macclesfield Bikeathon
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| Sun 25th- Mon 26th |
Get Cycling Show
Nottingham racecourse |
| Fri 30th 8am |
Critical Commute
The purpose of Critical Commute is:
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| Fri 30th 6pm | Critical Mass
Bicycle protest, St Peters Sqr, manchester |
| Sat 31st 9- 10.30am |
Uberfit Trialhlon
Chorlton Water Park, Maitland Ave, Chorlton, Manchester Swim: 400m Open Water, MTB: 10km, Run: 2.5km |
| Sun 1st | The Polka Dot Challenge Gran Fondo
The Polka Dot Challenge is a 100 mile bicycle rides organised on the lines of the classic Italian Gran Fondo events. The Polka Dot starts in South Manchester and covers eight of the major climbs that have featured in famous tours such as the Milk Race, Pru Tour and the Tour of the Peak. As with most Gran Fondos the ride has an "easier" option of 70 miles which includes just four of the climbs. The ride will be started in groups of riders, set off at 2 minute intervals, between 8 and 9am |
| Sun 1st |
Manchester-Liverpool Cycle
Start (8am - 10am) Lowry Museum, Salford Quays, Gtr. Manchester M50 3AZ Minimum rider age 14. Riders under 16 MUST be accompanied by an adult over 18 and wear a helmet. Please note that as the route follows the towpath alongside the ship canal for a few miles, road bikes are NOT recommended. |
| Sun 8th 10am |
Chorlton Wanderers
Slackers' Cycling Group Sweatenham – 45 miles. If you want to enjoy a gentle bike ride where somebody else worries about the navigating, then why not join The Chorlton Wanderers for leisurely, social rides through the quieter roads of (mainly) Cheshire. We stop at a pub for lunch and then make our way back to Chorlton Water Park Meet 10am at Chorlton Water Park car park at the bottom of Maitland Rd, off Barlow Moor Rd. Bring a puncture kit and pump, waterproofs and money for the pub. No unaccompanied children. (Under 18) |
| Sun 8th |
Marin Rough Ride
Offroad fun in East Radnorshire |
| Sun 8th | Stockport Community Cycling Club Youlgreave - Meet at Parsley Hay car park on Tissington Trail at 1030. An introduction to the Peak District based on High Peak Trail and the local villages - the route will take in Chelmorton, Over Haddon, Youlgreave and Middleton. A harder ride than usual with several small hills but plenty of downhill as well. Basic distance 21 miles with an option to extend if we feel fit.
PLEASE RING FIRST TO CHECK THAT THE RIDE IS ON OR IF YOU ARE UNCERTAIN WHERE THE MEETING POINT IS.
HELMETS COMPULSORY FOR UNDER 18 YEAR OLDS
For further details, contact Jim Court on 0161 487 2387 email: Jimcourt@ntlworld.com |
| Fri 13th 7pm |
World Naked Bike Ride - Manchester
Email the coordinator for more info: nakedbk@yahoo.com |
| Sat 14th 3pm |
London Naked Bike Ride
Hyde Park (a bit like Critical Mass but with fewer clothes) |
| Sat 14th-Sun 22nd | Click here for local details |
| Sat 14th 10am | Stockport Community Cycling Club
- Middlewood Way - Meet at Rose Hill Station - This ride will be flexible depending on who turns up - using Middlewood Way as the base we will decide the route on the day.
PLEASE RING FIRST TO CHECK THAT THE RIDE IS ON OR IF YOU ARE UNCERTAIN WHERE THE MEETING POINT IS.
HELMETS COMPULSORY FOR UNDER 18 YEAR OLDS
For further details, contact Jim Court on 0161 487 2387 email: Jimcourt@ntlworld.com |
| Sat 21st-Sun 22nd |
CTC York Cycle Show
Will include - Retail Trade Show - CTC Ron KitchingChallenge Ride - Club Exhibitions - Cycle Accessories Supermarket - CampingWeekend - Arena Events - Full Programme of varied Day Rides - Entertainment- Minster Service and Grand Cycle Parade through the City of York - CateringServices - Childrens' Events - CTC Membership Services - Cycle Polo Competition.+ Under 18's Young Rider's challenge |
| Sun 15th 10am | Friends of the Fallowfield Loop Family bicycle ride
Organised as part of National Bike Week, this is a family ride run by the Friends together with the Mersey Valley Wardens. From the Fallowfield Loop, the route will be to Chorlton Water Park then via the Trans-Pennine Trail to Reddish Vale and back to the Fallowfield Loop. Meet: Chorlton Water Park, Maitland Avenue, Chorlton |
| Sun 22nd |
Horwich Carnival Races
Includes:
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| Sun 22nd 10am |
Chester Bikethon
Sponsored allday ride, sarts University of Chester, Parkgate Rd, Chester CH1 4BJ Contact bob@bikeathons.co.uk |
| Fri 27th 8am |
Critical Commute
The purpose of Critical Commute is:
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| Fri 27th 6pm | Critical Mass
Bicycle protest, St Peters Sqr, manchester |
| Sat 28th 9.30am |
Stockport Community Cycling Club Queensferry - Meet at Morrisons, Cheadle to drive to Chester - A shortened version of last year's popular ride along the canal and railway line from Chester to Queensferry returning along the river bank to Chester then through the estates and finally through the centre of Chester Zoo. Coffee at same pub as last year. Good surface all the way - distance about 22 miles. |
| Sun 29th |
Bike Events : Peaks Challenge
Minimum age 12, riders under 16 MUST be accompanied by an adult over 18 and wear a cycle helmet. Choose either 49 miles for dedicated cyclists or 29 miles for recreational cyclists and families. Start:8-9.30am, Ashbourne Recreation Ground, Cockayne Ave., Ashbourne, Derbyshire DE6 1EJ |
| Thu 3rd - Sun 6th |
The Tandem Experience Festival
Bishop's Castle, Shropshire. Contact 0845 60 66 456 |
| Sun 6th |
Bishops Castle Tandem Triathlon
The distances are as follows: 1km swim by one rider followed by 30km tandem ride. Clcik here for more details |
| Sun 6th |
Liverpool - Chester - Liverpool Bike Ride
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| Sat 12th 9-10.30am | Uberfit Trialhlon -
Chorlton Water ParkIf you missed out on the first Triathlon in May, or were part of the crowd and it’s inspired you to take part – now’s your chance. This is the second of our triathlons organized with Uberfit Events in partnership with the warden service. Meet: Chorlton Water Park, Maitland Avenue, Chorlton |
| Sun 13th 10am |
Chorlton Wanderers
Slackers' Cycling Group – Tour de Macc
50 miles - some hills. We stop at a pub for lunch and then make our way back to Chorlton Water Park Meet at Chorlton Water Park car park at the bottom of Maitland Rd, off Barlow Moor Rd. Bring a puncture kit and pump, waterproofs and money for the pub. No unaccompanied children. (Under 18) |
| Sun 13th |
Manchester-Blackpool Cycle
Start (7.30am - 9.15am) Albert Sq., Manchester (City Hall) M60 2LA. Finish The Promenade, Blackpool Distance 60 miles. Minimum rider age 14. Riders under 16 MUST be accompanied by an adult over 18 and wear a helmet |
| Sat 19th 10 am-10pm |
Hit the North
12 Hour Mountain Bike race - North Manchester. Camping at Ringley Road West, Radcliffe, Manchester, M261EW |
| Fri 25th 8am |
Critical Commute
The purpose of Critical Commute is:
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| Fri 25th 6pm | Critical Mass
Bicycle protest, St Peters Sqr, Manchester City centre |
| Fri 25th- Mon 28th |
Welsh Festival of Cycling
Rhayader Rugby Club |
| Sun 3rd 8am |
Pendle Bike Fest |
| Sun 8th 10am |
Chorlton Wanderers
Slackers' Cycling Group Preston Boook - 50 miles. If you want to enjoy a gentle bike ride where somebody else worries about the navigating, then why not join The Chorlton Wanderers for leisurely, social rides through the quieter roads of (mainly) Cheshire. We stop at a pub for lunch and then make our way back to Chorlton Water Park Meet 10am at Chorlton Water Park car park at the bottom of Maitland Rd, off Barlow Moor Rd. Bring a puncture kit and pump, waterproofs and money for the pub. No unaccompanied children. (Under 18) |
| Sat 23rd- Sat 30th |
UK National Tandem Rally
Market Rasen, Lincolnshire Contact Ian, Jo & Eamonn Postlethwaite 01427 880117 Ians987@aol.com |
| Fri 29th 8am |
Critical Commute
The purpose of Critical Commute is:
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| Fri 29th 6pm | Critical Mass
Bicycle protest, St Peters Sqr, manchester |
| Sat 30th- Sun 31st |
Salford Festival of Cycling
Salford Keys, includes t he Great Salford Bike Ride (a 100 mile route + a 50 mile route) |
| Sun 7th |
Manchester 100 Cycle
100km and 100 mile cycles. Starts Wythenshawe Park, Manchester M23 0AB. Minimum rider age is 16 years. Riders under 18 must wear a helmet and be accompanied by an adult over 18. |
| Sun 1st | Spud Riley Memorial ride
The Spud Riley Memorial ride is a 100 mile bicycle rides organised on the lines of the classic Italian Gran Fondo events. It starts in South Manchester and covers 100 miles through Derbyshire and Staffordshire, there is a 54 mile option. The ride will be started in groups of riders, set off at 2 minute intervals, between 8 and 9am |
| Sat 13th-Sun 21st |
Sun Sea and Cycling
Isle of Wight Cycling Festival |
| Sun 14th 10am |
Chorlton Wanderers
Slackers' Cycling Group Joderal Bank - 40 miles. If you want to enjoy a gentle bike ride where somebody else worries about the navigating, then why not join The Chorlton Wanderers for leisurely, social rides through the quieter roads of (mainly) Cheshire. We stop at a pub for lunch and then make our way back to Chorlton Water Park Meet 10am at Chorlton Water Park car park at the bottom of Maitland Rd, off Barlow Moor Rd. Bring a puncture kit and pump, waterproofs and money for the pub. No unaccompanied children. (Under 18) |
| Sun 14th 9am |
Pennine Bridleway Mountain Bike Challenge
The Mary Towneley Loop is 47 mile circular section of the Pennine Bridleway, the entire route is way marked and easy to follow. The riding surfaces are mainly good on tracks, newly created paths and trails or minor roads. The route involves approximately 6300 feet of ascent. The Loop takes in some of the best scenery and off road biking that the South Pennines have to offer, traversing the hillsides and crossing the valleys between Rossendale, Burnley, Hebden Bridge, Todmorden and Rochdale. The route crosses high exposed moorland and is a strenuous demanding day out. A good time would be 7 hours but it has been done in just over 4 hours, riders must be over over 18 years of age or over 16 years if accompanied by a parent or adult guardian. Start and Finish: Fearns Community Sports College Booth Road Waterfoot Rossendale OL13 0TG Register from 07.30 Mass start 09.00 www.rpmrt.org.uk For Entry Details Email penninemtbchallenge@hotmail.co.uk |
| Tue 16th-Mon 22nd |
European Mobility Week/In Town Without My Car |
| Fri 26th 8am |
Critical Commute
The purpose of Critical Commute is:
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| Fri 26th 6pm | Critical Mass
Bicycle protest, St Peters Sqr, manchester |
| Thu 9th– Sun 12th 10am |
Cycle Show
Earl's Court London |
| Sun 12th 10am |
Chorlton Wanderers
Slackers' Cycling Group Fallowfield Loop / Marple - 35 miles. If you want to enjoy a gentle bike ride where somebody else worries about the navigating, then why not join The Chorlton Wanderers for leisurely, social rides through the quieter roads of (mainly) Cheshire. We stop at a pub for lunch and then make our way back to Chorlton Water Park Meet 10am at Chorlton Water Park car park at the bottom of Maitland Rd, off Barlow Moor Rd. Bring a puncture kit and pump, waterproofs and money for the pub. No unaccompanied children. (Under 18) |
| Fri 28th 8am |
Critical Commute
The purpose of Critical Commute is:
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| Fri 28th 6pm | Critical Mass
Bicycle protest, St Peters Sqr, manchester |
| Sun 9th 10am |
Chorlton Wanderers
Slackers' Cycling Group Addlington - 30 miles. If you want to enjoy a gentle bike ride where somebody else worries about the navigating, then why not join The Chorlton Wanderers for leisurely, social rides through the quieter roads of (mainly) Cheshire. We stop at a pub for lunch and then make our way back to Chorlton Water Park Meet 10am at Chorlton Water Park car park at the bottom of Maitland Rd, off Barlow Moor Rd. Bring a puncture kit and pump, waterproofs and money for the pub. No unaccompanied children. (Under 18) |
| Fri 28th 8am |
Critical Commute
The purpose of Critical Commute is:
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| Fri 28th 6pm | Critical Mass
Bicycle protest, St Peters Sqr, manchester |
| Sun 14th 10am |
Chorlton Wanderers
Slackers' Cycling Group Dunham Massey/Tatton - 25 miles. If you want to enjoy a gentle bike ride where somebody else worries about the navigating, then why not join The Chorlton Wanderers for leisurely, social rides through the quieter roads of (mainly) Cheshire. We stop at a pub for lunch and then make our way back to Chorlton Water Park Meet 10am at Chorlton Water Park car park at the bottom of Maitland Rd, off Barlow Moor Rd. Bring a puncture kit and pump, waterproofs and money for the pub. No unaccompanied children. (Under 18) |
| Fri 26th 8am |
Critical Commute
The purpose of Critical Commute is:
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| Fri 26th 6pm | Critical Mass
Bicycle protest, St Peters Sqr, manchester |
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