Eden Valley Cycling UK

Rosie and myself will  lead a ride or rides, from Beacon Edge cemetery lay-by, leaving at 10am, and heading for an early lunch at Lowther (Larch Cottage is closed) The weather forecast looks pretty wet, so will will decide the route on the day, and depending on who turns up.  Rosie Mob 07818241833  Phil Mob 07810751189

 Thank you all so much for your contributions yesterday. We were able to donate £200 to Hospice at Home which amounts to £250 as it has been gift aided.

  Winter Solstice Ride Leaving Greystoke at 10.00 and heading to Dalston via Caldbeck. About 20 miles and then lunch at Dalston. There will be soup and crumble (collection for Hospice at Home). A slightly shorter and less hilly return to Greystoke in the afternoon. Under 40 miles in total. All welcome. Weather looks frost free which is encouraging. Text or WhatsApp 07906896503. We'd like to know numbers for catering purposes!

Weather looks awful folks, so we are cancelling the rides to Dalemain. Hopefully run them in the new year. Happy  Christmas to you all. Rosie and Phil 

Due to the icy conditions on minor roads I am cancelling the ride this Wednesday but I will be riding to Lowther Castle one way or another and probably doing a little light gravelling before/after coffee. Maybe see some of you there? I'll be leaving home at about 10.00 if you wish to join me. The ride I was going to do will be rescheduled for Jan 11 2023.

  https://youtu.be/fRSTmTvAwaE This is a great video of a ride round the lakes which I think you will like.

This is booked but just in case you are worried that you have not heard anything yet(I have had a few enquiries!) you can check you are on the list  < Here > and if not and you want to attend let me know. Further details and prices will be available when they set the menu but this may not be until either between Christmas and New Year, or after New Years Day. I'll then start collecting choices and payments. Geoff

2 Bike Ride on Wednesday 7th December from Dalston Subject to weather conditions the ride of 40 ish miles from Dalston will meet in the car park opposite the Coop for a 10:00 am start. One stop only for refreshments at Watchtree after 18 miles via Beamont, Burgh by Sands and Boustead Hill. The proposed return route of 18 miles is via Wigton, Intack and W Curthwaite. The route may be modified to suit weather conditions. If it is too cold to ride or there is a risk of icy roads, the ride may be considerably shortened or cancelled.

Rosie is going to ride from Beacon Edge cemetery lay-by, leaving at 9.30, and going to the coffee stop at The Hub, Appleby. Anyone who wants to join her at Langwathby at 9.50, or at Culgaith at 10.15, please let her know on 07818241833.  Route back to be decided.

 50(ish) miles from Dalston on Wednesday. Meet in car park opposite Coop for 10am start. One stop for refreshments in Silloth after 23 miles so BYO if this is not enough for you! Click on this LINK for map & route.  Hope to see you on Wednesday. Bill 07921 297 045

 I will be leaving Melmerby at 9.25 for Langwathby where the ride officially starts at 10. We will be going via Culgaith level crossing to Temple Sowerby and Cliburn en route for the coffee stop at Brougham Hall. Our return route is up to Beacon Edge and past the Roundthorn for a circuitous route to Great Salkeld returning to Langwathby (and then on to Melmerby via Culgaith, Skirwith and Ousby). The weather looks a bit better than it has earlier this week - I hope I'm not tempting fate. Company would be very welcome. Alison

50 mile bike ride Sunday 27th November, 10:00 hours, from the bridge at Armathwaite (parking on bridge).  From Armathwaite to Mae's at Uldale for lunch (21 mile) via Southwaite, Ivegill, Hesket Newmarket & Caldbeck. Return via Ireby, Westward, Cumdivock, Raughton Head & Southwaite. Map & route  >> HERE << Only one stop so BYO if further refreshments required. Listed as a 3 bike ride at 50 mile & there are a few hills but nothing too harsh. Everyone welcome. No one gets left behind. Cheers, John H - text or WhatsApp 07855534727 or just turn up.

  Subject to weather conditions, the ride will be : - Start - Greystoke at 10:00 Outward route - Johnby, Hewer Hill, Sour Nook, Stockdalewath, Gatesgill, Raughton, Buckabank, Dalston Lunch - Dobbies Garden Centre near Orton Grange Return route - Nook Lane, Rosecastle, Raughton Head, Sowerby Row, Lamonby, Ellonby, Johnby Outwards is about 18 miles with 1253 ft ( 382 m ) and Return is also about 18 miles with 1195 ft ( 364 m ) of ascent Lets hope the weather is favourable on the day. Text or phone to 07983 204 504 if you intend to ride.

Seem to have damaged my knee and I tried riding my bike this morning. Impossible! Could people just make their own way to Melmerby? My apologies. Will contact those who I know intended to come and suggest they meet up.

I'm planning to ride from Dalston to the Melmerby coffee stop on Sunday. Leaving Dalston new car park at 9.00am. Possibilities of others joining at Calthwaite (10.00am) and Langwathby (11.00am). The round loop from Calthwaite to Melmerby and back is about 30 miles (route  HERE  ). Riding from Dalston and back will be about 50 miles. This is a grade 2 ride and if you are joining somewhere en route please let me know on 07906896503.

KTM Macina sport e-bike for sale.   2018 battery assist. Step through frame.  9 gears, 4 power levels, hydraulic disc brakes.  Battery (Bosch Power Pack 400). Rack over rear wheel.   Chargeable on the bike or to mains socket.    Mileage 2509.   New drive train 08/21.  Regularly serviced at ‘Bike seven’.   £950 or offers Reason for the sale is inability to ride because of disability. Contact Dennis Donald, tel 01461 338053 (Gretna). or email dendon5@outlook.com Also for sale; A Brompton folding bike little used.   Approx 30yrs old

50 mile (ish) ride starting from the Cenotaph in Rickerby Park, Carlisle (free parking in park) at 10:00 hours 16/11/2022. Heading out of Carlisle through Houghton, Kirklinton, Roweltown, Kirkcambeck to Walton for refreshments (23 mile). Heading north out of Walton to Birdoswald, Lanercost, Brampton, Hayton, Little Corby, Crosby on Eden, Linstock & back into Rickerby Park. Only one refreshment stop planned but very flexible should another stop be requested/needed. Though listed as a 3 bike ride it is not very hilly & the pace will be 'medium'. All welcome, no one gets left behind. Route & map  >> HERE << Cheers,  John H 07855534727

  You may already have noticed from the Runs List that Acorn Bank is closed for the winter and Upfront Gallery at Unthank is the replacement venue. As we are now into November, the meet time is around 11.30 (and as it is Remembrance Sunday this would seem appropriate).

Cumbria County Council is consulting the public on a proposed pedestrianisation of Corney Square, Penrith (nearly opposite Arragons Cycles) and is holding another opportunity to see the plans at Penrith Library betweeen 3.45 and 5.45 p.m. on the 28th November. I have seen the plans and made a representation (on our club's behalf): 'Absence of provision of cyclists use. Local cyclists and cyclists arriving / cycling through Penrith are likely to see this area as a natural place to stop, rest or leave their bike to use the facilities afforded by the town. Absence of provision of bike stands securing bikes / propping up cycles is likely to inhibit this / take up space by leaving cycles secured to the 'furniture' of the location. It is important that the cycle stands are 'cycle friendly' i.e. not the type that stands the bike confined to a single wheel (risk of damage to rims / some bikes do not fit e.g. disc brakes or smaller wheels ...). Sheffield stands are very

Note start time 0930 Frenchfields (GR NY 533 294) The ride will head off via Morland Shap and Bampton to meet the coffee stop at Lowther (36km). Then Pooley Bridge, Little Mell hawse (!) Greystoke, Catterlen, Inglewood and back to Frenchfields 79km and 1300m of ascent. One stop ride so bring further refreshments if needed. Hope to see riders at the start or along the way! Text: 07711842885 so we don't go without you! <route here>  Geoff

First, the majority of responders prefer a 'post New Year do'.......so...... I have booked '4 & 20' in Penrith as being central/easier to organise for 12.30 on the 14th January (apologies to those to whom this is not the best time or the best place!) Can those that still want to come please let me know so that I can confirm numbers - the price, and this is only an estimate until they have fixed a menu, is likely to be around £23 for two courses and £26 for three. The next step will then be for you to choose options from the menu, but until that is sent out can you simply confirm that you would like to attend, so that I can give them a firmer idea of the numbers. Please confirm that you would like to attend the EVCUK lunch at 12.30 on Saturday 14th Jan 2023 <here> (click the link) or by email to me or text (giving name! - you may not be in my contacts!) Thanks Geoff

Rosie will ride to the coffee stop at Melkinthorpe. About 15 miles via Culgaith. Similar distance back after the stop. 2 bike ride. I am going to ride to Brampton for lunch, going out along the Eden, and then returning via the fell side road and Lazonby. Easy 3 bike ride, about 45 miles total. Both rides to leave Beacon Edge cemetery lay-by, Penrith at 10am. Damp to start with, but should get some sun in the afternoon. Any questions Rosie 07818241833. Phil 07810751189

 Hi  10.00 am at Greystoke Car Park Coffee at the Watermill Cafe , Caldbeck Lunch near Plumpton (BYO) as the day is short Distance about 50mile depending on weather which is changeable at the moment. Best wishes   David H text 078910 346 838

 The purpose is to link the coffee stop at UpFront with the last day of an archeological dig at Long Meg and her daughers. Official start is Langwathby at 9.35; I will be leaving Melmerby at 9. We will be going over Beacon Edge (yes, sorry, via Strawberry Hill) approx 10.15 with eta at UpFront at 11. From UpFront we will go via Lazonby to Long Meg. From there we can either go direct back to Langwathby or to Melmerby for lunch. Given the choice of places to join in, please let me know if you are coming and where you will be aiming to meet me. This will be the longest ride I have done for some time so the pace will be modest. I hope it appeals to someone! Alison

Looking ahead to Christmas and the New Year I have been asked to canvass opinion re the possibility of a Lunch get-together as has been popular in the past. Initially can I ask if members would prefer a pre Christmas or a post New Year date. I know that some times after New Year it is a nice event to look forward to which 'lets you down lightly' after the Christmas rush. Alternatively before seems more Festive perhaps.  Please let me know your preference on the above by responding here if you would come to such an event.  If you can't get the link to work just send me an email Whatever the outcome I will attempt to secure a booking at Four & Twenty   in Penrith on a Saturday lunchtime and I will post more details later  Geoff A Your Secretary!

 I have not put down details so far of a ride this Sunday so I hope this is not too late to attract company! I propose a loop south (as the wind is from the South it will push us home!) along the fellside then down to Orton (lunch stop) and back through Shap Bampton Penrith returning to Melmerby after about 60mi and < 1000m climbing. This is not a hilly ride although it probably qualifies as a 3 bike ride on account of the distance. We can shorten it if need be(!) by returning along the Lyvennet valley (50mi).  Remember the clocks go back an hour on Sunday hence the earlier start time of 0900. It is probably a good idea to bring lights as from now on the evenings will be drawing in. Hope to see some of you at the start Geoff Route < here >

50 mile ride, listed as a 3 bike ride but flattish & at a medium pace, starting at 09:30 hours on Wednesday 26/10/2022. Via Wigton, Fingland, Anthorn, Bowness on Solway, Burgh by Sands & Great Orton returning to Dalston. Refreshments at Watchtree Nature Reserve Cafe (17 mile) for early lunch & Hunters at  Bowness on Solway (35 mile) for afternoon tea. Map & route  >> HERE <<   All welcome for a gentle, social, 50 mile ride. No one gets left behind. Cheers, John H - 07855534727

 I am proposing to ride to Maulds Meaburn for the 'breakfast' setting out from Melmerby at about 0900 to get there for about 1030. Hoping for some company.

Eden Valley Cycling UK: PETER ANGOOD -funeral arrangements : Peter’s funeral will be held at 1.40pm on Tuesday 8th November at Carlisle Crematorium, Dalston Road, Carlisle.     I understand that a funeral tea will be provided at Cumbria Park Hotel afterwards.   

 You might have noticed on the Runs List that the Big Breakfast at Maulds Meaburn has been added as a possibilty. The rota cafe is Brougham Hall 4Eden Cafe. If you intend to ride on Sunday it might be a good idea to communicate your intentions. Sorry if this causes confusion, but I don't feel that I should make last minute changes to the programme!

Peter’s funeral will be held at 1.40pm on Tuesday 8th November at Carlisle Crematorium, Dalston Road, Carlisle.    No further information at the moment.

I have just been informed by Peter's daughter Helen, that he died peacefully this afternoon in Eden Valley Hospice.    Helen will let me know of the funeral arrangements in due course and I will pass the information on. 

Subject to weather conditions, the ride will be as published in the Runs List : - Start  -  09:30 outside the cemetery Beacon Edge Penrith Outward journey Langwathby, Culgaith, Temple Sowerby, Maulds Meaburn Late 11's / early lunch Orton Scar Cafe or shop or hotel Return journey Shap, Little Strickland, Great Strickland, Clifton Dykes, Frenchfield The total Distance is approximately 43 miles  Hopefully weather conditions will be favourable to enable riders to have an enjoyable outing

Someone along the fellside is selling a TREK DualSport Plus e-bike. Full spec is available. Sale price based on trade in value with Biketreks is £1460. Knowing the vendor I can guarantee that it will have been serviced and maintained to a high standard.  Please contact me is you are interested or would like more detail.  Alison

 Hi All (A class 2 bike ride) Wednesday 12 October 9.30am from Hesket Newmarket Car Park. Moota Garden Centre for 11's.  Lunch at Rosley (there is nothing there so bring your own food)  About 40 miles.  David  text 07810 346 838

 Hello Folks, With no published ride tomorrow, I am planning to ride up to Melmerby for coffee. If anyone would care to join me they would be most welcome. I will be leaving Raughton Head around 9:15 and Armathwaite Bridge around 10:00 is another good place to meet up. Let me know by text or WhatsApp if you want to join me. Cheers, Bill  07921 297 045

Most members will know Peter Angood, a club stalwart, and the difficulties he has been going through due to illness. Peter has been admitted into Eden Valley Hospice, Durdar Road, Carlisle, CA3 4SD where I visited him yesterday.  As you can imagine he is very poorly, very tired and (I believe) on strong medication. Though conversation wasn't easy he said he didn't mind me letting the club members know his situation and that visitors would be welcome. If anyone would like to visit Peter then info can be found here -  https://www.edenvalleyhospice.org/#   Although visits can be made anytime it would be advisable to phone ahead as if Peter is having treatment or not 'up' for visitors then admission will be denied.

 Received recently - you never know when this might be useful! Could also be interesting! Hi there, It has been suggested that we get in touch with you… we don’t have a cafe but we do offer free water top ups here at www.Brightsidebarn.co.uk feel free to share with your members and web visitors. If our sign is out we’re in 😊 Best wishes, Cathryn Brightside Barn Art Studio and Gallery Clifton Dykes Near Penrith CA10 2DG   G 

October! Where has the rest of 2022 gone 🤔 56 mile ride starting from The Green, Wetheral at 09:30 hours to Newcastleton via Warwick Bridge, the Vulcan bomber, Hethersgill & Penton. Return via Bewcastle, Lanercost. & Brampton. A bit lumpy (3,800 feet climbing) but no serious hills. Refreshments stops at Newcastleton (26 mile) & Lanercost (46 mile) if required. Weather forecast, at this time, is for a dry day with light cloud & a gentle breeze. Map/route  >> HERE << Text or WhatsApp 07855534727 Cheers, John H

 It has been suggested that we might like to support Langwathby Village Hall on Sunday as a luxury coffee stop! For a more energetic option, don't forget to consider John's ride from Wetheral to "Bewcastle and beyond".  The 4th Quarter Runs List starts on Sunday too, so please see if you can add some rides to the list. If you're not registered yet as a ride leader please let me know.

 Starting outside the cottage hospital Cockermouth, parking up the road  CA13 9HT. 70km 700m of climbing, s tart time 09.30 Rides · Ride with GPS Route above, stops as required / requested, only one real hill, (more if required!) forecast good. Please message me if riding Martin 07531 211 513 

 A 63 mile ride starting at 09.30 hours from Dalston to Silloth & back. Via Hesket Newmarket, Caldbeck, Uldale, Bothel, Allonby to Silloth. Return via Skinburness, Abbey Town, Lessonhall, Thornby & back to Dalston. Refreshments at Uldale (18 mile) & Silloth (40 mile). Map & route  >> HERE << Text or WhatsApp 07855534727 Cheers, John H 

 Hi all Meet at Greystoke car park at 9.30. Ride about 52miles. Stop at Langwathby for coffee from the machine in the shop, you may prefer to BYO. then thro Renwick to half way up Hartside. Lunch at Melmerby. Text 07810346838 David H

Not on the runs list but I'm planning on riding to the coffee stop at Melmerby tomorrow. I f anyone would like to to meet up & ride there with me it's 08.50 Rickerby Park , 09.30 at the Green, Wetheral then 10.00, on the bridge, Armathwaite (approx) onto Kirkoswald, Gamblesby & Melmerby for 11'ish. Return via Skirwith, Langwathby, Plumpton, Southwaite, Armathwaite & back to Wetheral (can alter by discussion). Roughly a 40 mile ride from Wetheral taking it fairly easy & suitable for anyone (no one gets left behind). All very flexible, jump in or drop off anywhere on route. If anyone would like to ride with me please text or WhatsApp 07855534727 so I'm not hanging around unnecessarily especially as it's a bit cold on a morning now 😁 Cheers, John H

  The ride will be : -- Start The Green Wetheral - depart 09:30 Route to 11's Warwick Bridge, Little Corby, Newby East, Irthington, Newton, Walton 11's Walton Walton Reading Room Tea Room ( Should be open on Wed - but not confirmed will phone after starting ride  ( In case they are closed BYO ) Then : - Nicky's Hill, West Hall, Triermain, Gilsland, Greenhead Lunch Greenhead Greenhead Tea Room OR Greenhead Hotel  ( not confirmed they will be open but will do so later on to day ) Then : - Gilsland, Birdoswald, Banks, Lanercost, Bramton Hosp, Low Gelt Bridge, Townhead Hayton, How, Heads Nook, Broardwath, Gt Corby, Wetheral viaduct The distance is nominally 40 miles but it maps at 37 miles. Please make contact if you intend riding by texting to 07983 204 504 or emailing me. So far four or five riders intend to do the ride. Let's hope we are blessed with sunny weather similar to todays.

Sad news yesterday & an end to a long & eventful era. RIP Queen Elizabeth II. 50 mile ride starting from the bridge at Armathwaite. 0ut via Kirkoswald, Melmerby, Kirkby Thore to Acorn Bank. Return via Langwathby, Plumpton & Southwaite. A few moderate hills but nothing serious. Route  >> HERE << Just the one refreshment stop at Acorn Bank (27 mile). Weather forecast, at this time, is light cloud, dry & warm, with a moderate breeze. Cheers, John H - 07855534727

 

Following the meet at the Pot Place on Saturday 4th Sept Parker requested that his appreciation should expressed to all attendees. He texted : - " Thank you so much for organising today, it was brilliant ! " I understand that Parker and Janet are now touring in the Scottish Borders, spending several nights based at Bonchester Bridge and eventually moving on to Berwick.  They may get to see to day's Tour of Britain Stage 2 between Hawick and Duns. They will be in the UK until September the 18th. It was good to meet up with Parker on Saturday and unfortunate that Janet was indisposed.

 Although this is stated to start from White Moss CP you can park for free in a number of lay-bys on the side of the B5343 from the top of Dunmail Raise to Rydal. If you do stop at White Moss do take care to follow the parking instructions carefully as there have been complaints about the authority over charging! I am intending to park at NY342076 You can also park in Grasmere. Whatever we will meet at White Moss as stated on the runs list at 0930. Although quite short the route is hilly as posted; but we can both change the route if the weather is not too good and we will take it steadily! Red bank, Blea Tarn, Rhino's, then a few shorter hills back over to Coniston Water (see route) We can stop for a coffee in Seathwaite but bring lunch provisions as nothing much until Coniston or the Drunken Duck on return. It's a grand expedition so it would be good to have company! Let me know if you are coming by text or WhatsApp on 07711842885 Route

 Rosie and I would like to thank all those who supported our fundraising for Hospice at Home, either by attending the lunch, or donating via the Just Giving page PhilandRosie. We had a lovely ride and good company as usual. Photos below.

Approximately 15 riders responded to my earlier postings to say that they intend to meet at the Pot Place. I advised the Tea Rooms of this to day and said subject to weather conditions that we  may prefer to sit outside or if it rains as forecast then we will be accommodated indoors. We are booked in for 11's. It will be good to meet up with Parker & Janet.

Rosie and myself are riding a charity ride on Saturday to raise money for Hospice at Home. To this end on Sunday, we are leading 2 and 3 bike rides starting at Greystoke village car park, at 9.30, and looping round to our house at 15 Croft Terrace, Penrith.  There we will provide lunch, for a voluntary donation to all riders, and others who may want to join us at about 11.30 to 12.00. Gluten free and vegan options will be available. Please text Rosie on 07818241833 if you are joining either rides, or meeting us for lunch. If you can't make it, and would like to donate to this worthy cause, then go to JustGiving and search for PhilandRosie. Thanks for your support.   

  Further to my posting regarding the meet above, I placed a reservation to day for ten riders to sit outside at the Pot Place for 11's. This is subject to weather conditions and if the weather is bad we will have to try getting accommodated in doors.

 Starting from the car park at 10.00 am. A short 25 mile route round the northern Whinlatter Fells and the northern Loweswater Fells. 50% off-road mainly on forestry tracks and bridleways so bikes with wider tyres would be best.  We may stop at the Kirkstile Inn or otherwise lunch at Whinlatter with an option of mountain biking on the Whinlatter trails in the afternoon. Route here Text or WhatsApp:   07906896503

 A selection of Sue Cumella's  cycle pictures and cards are on sale at the Keswick Society of Art Exhibition on Friday 2nd Sept to Sat 10th (excl Sunday 4th).  The exhibition is in Lake Rd Chapel Hall down from George Fisher opp the Norwegian Store.  All proceeds of sales from lSue's art work will go to Hospice at Home West Cumbria.

We will be leaving Melmerby at 9.30 heading north and west via Gamblesby arriving in Langwathby around 10.10, then continuing via Culgaith, Temple Sowerby, Bolton and Colby Hill for brunch at Appleby Hub - if you haven't been, I recommend a visit for the food and the environment. Our return route along the fellside will depend on the mood of the group - whichever we choose we're hoping for a lovely day out. I will be on  my non-assisted road bike and haven't been out much so the pace may be modest rather than moderate. Hope to see those of you who aren't elsewhere! Alison  

 3 bike ride starting from the car park off Central Avenue & Union Street, Gretna at 09:30 hours, to the Forest of AE (no 'off road'). Via Hollee, Dalton, Lochmaben & Templand. Return via Tinwald, Mouswald, Powfoot & Annan. Approximately only 1,500 feet of elevation gain but the route is 68 miles long. Map & route  >> HERE <<   Refreshments at Lochmaben (24 mile) & an ice cream/afternoon tea stop at Powfoot (55 mile). Weather forecast (at this time) looks like perfect cycling conditions. Text or WhatsApp 07855534727 or just turn up if you fancy coming along. Cheers, John H

For members who know Parker and Janet, they will be in the Carlisle area early in September and would like to meet up with some Eden Valley Cuk friends . They are available on Saturday 3rd Sept and would like to meet for 11's at the Pot Place in Plumpton. Accordingly, I will contact the Pot Place to book our group in on Saturday 3rd September at 11:00. It would be helpful if anyone who intends to cycle or drive to the venue texts me on 07983204504 or emails me. I can then keep the Pot Place updated on the number of likely attendees.

A few pics from today's Eden Valley club run starting at Kirkby Stephen. Thanks Mike, a grand day out for all attendees 👍😁

 Starting at the Cloisters, Kirkby Stephen at 9.30. Usual car park at Silver Street,  CA17 4HA is convenient if you are driving to KS. Coffee stop at the Tan Hill pub and lunch at either Hardraw or Hawes. 43 miles about but graded three because of the hills but we will take it steady and everyone is very welcome. Text or WhatsApp 07906 896503 Comment from Rachel 

 As there isn't a 'planned' ride tomorrow I'm heading for the coffee stop at Melmerby & wondered if anyone wanted to meet up & ride there with me. 09.30 at the Green, Wetheral then 10.00, on the bridge, Armathwaite (approx) onto Kirkoswald, Gamblesby & Melmerby for 11'ish. Return via Skirwith, Langwathby, Plumpton, Southwaite, Armathwaite & back to Wetheral (can alter by discussion). Roughly a 40 mile ride from Wetheral taking it fairly easy & suitable for anyone. If anyone would like to ride with me please text or WhatsApp 07855534727 so I'm not hanging around unnecessarily. Cheers, John H

Thanks to a query from a member I have discovered that the Inn at Bonchester Bridge will be closed on Wednesday.   Those of you planning to come on the ride will need to bring your own lunch.    Refreshments will be available at Newcastleton and Langholm.   Phone me on 07709710301 if you have any questions

  Grade 2 Ride Sunday 14th Aug - Followup advice Further to my earlier posting, if the route is modified, Uldale would be the only food stop and should be viewed as 11's / early lunch. Riders wanting additional rations should bring their own provisions. It would also be wise to carry plenty of drink to keep hydrated.

 Grade 2 Ride Sunday 14 th Aug Since the weather is likely to be hot, the published route around Skiddaw via Uldale, Keswick and the A66 corridor may be modified depending on how riders feel about doing the complete circuit. It is suggested that Uldale is kept as the 11's venue and that the return to Greystoke is made by keeping north east / east of Skiddaw to eliminate the long potentially hot route via Bassenthwaite to Keswick and the A66 corridor. Three return routes are possible : - 1. Ireby, Sandale, Bolton Low Houses, Westward, West Curthwaite, Raughton Head, Sowerby Row, Skelton, Blencow. 2. Retrace towards Caldbeck, Faulds Brow, Rosley, West Curthwaite,  Raughton Head, Sowerby Row, Skelton, Blencow. 3. Retrace to Hesket Newmarket, Newlands, Sour Nook,  Sowerby Row, Skelton, Blencow. Mae's Tea Room at Uldale  will be open and are aware that our group are visiting for 11's. Apologies for the late posting I have been away not had time to consider revision of the route.

 The ride will start at 9.30am from the Sycamore Cafe in Longtown.   The cafe is on the Main Street and there is free parking close by.   The cafe opens very early so you can get refreshments before we set off (but get there early) The route is 78 miles.   We will travel to Newcastleton via Penton and on to Bonchester Bridge on the B6357.  After that we join the Hawick to Newcastleton road and turn off at Hermitage to the A7.   After Langholm we return to Longtown via Claygate and Canonbie.    The route is very scenic.    In my experience roads in this part of Scotland including the A7 are usually quiet. Refreshment stops will be at Newcastleton and Bonchester Bridge.  I am very open to changing the route so if anyone has concerns we can discuss the route and make changes.    The latest forecast I have seen for Wednesday is 20 degrees and dry. Route

Ride in aid of Hospice at Home 1st Saturday of September if anyone is interested!  

 

As per the calendar we will meet in Kirkby Lonsdale at Devils Bridge 0930. The weather looks to be fine so hope people think its worth the journey! Going the 'classic' way out via Halton estate, Quernmore Jubilee Tower, through the Trough to Dunsop Bridge then Slaidburn pos lunch stop. From there we can agree which way back! Cross of Greet or Bowland knots? Could be warm so bring plenty of liquid. There are a few hills but we will be going steadily so no one gets dropped (for long!) 96km (60mi) 1200m (4000') Let me know you are coming on 07711842885 so we don't go off without you! Click below for the proposed route route

Rosie and myself are going to lead 2 bike and 3 bike rides to Mardale Head for a picnic. Both rides will leave Beacon Edge cemetery lay-by at 9.30, and stop at Shap Abbey Kitchen cafe for coffee, and then ride to Mardale Head for lunch at about 12.30.  Total distances about 35 and 50 miles. The weather looks set fair so if you wish to join us please text Rosie on 07818241833 or Phil on 07810751189.

 Leaving Beacon Edge at 9;30 I shall ride to the coffee stop at the Pot Place via Strawberry hill towards Lazonby and on to Calthwaite. We  may not get there until after 11. Probably nearer 11;30  would be lovely to have some company. Route back will be shorter. Message if you would like to join me.

 Hi  This ride out is to have a look at 3 cul-de-sacs above Gisland. There will be a lot of back tracking over the same roads which could be annoying. All of the roads are surfaced but often rough. Meet at 9.30 at Brampton Sands. BYO 11's at Churnside, lunch at the cafe in Greenhead. David H.  text 07810 346 838

 We have 2 Bike Box Alan bike boxes for sale and a Park Tool workstand. The bike boxes cost £450 each and are in excellent condition. We will accept £220 each for them. The workstand cost in excess of £120 and is also in excellent condition. For this we are asking £40. If interested please contact me on 07504 191781 or email me at keithgarnett50@hotmail.com We live in Grange over Sands. Keith Garnett

 Those of you who have delved into the further reaches of our website will see that there are pictures of previous TriVets events. It would be nice to do something similar for this year so if you have some pics of cyclists riding, eating or resting during the TriVets please pass them on. Ideally jpegs of about 1Mb but don't worry about details. If you click this link you should be able to drop files into the folder. Add title, owner and detail if you can. Many thanks  Geoff

Dear Fellow Cyclists, I am part of a campaign group called  SITU (Sustainable and Integrated Transport for Ullswater). The group has been working on a questionnaire about safe cycling routes and crossings along the A66 west of Stainton. The short questionnaire is now ready and available through the SITU website on the link below. Could I ask you please to complete the survey and also to send it on to keen and reluctant cyclists of your acquaintance, friends and family, or anyone else who you think might be interested. It is particularly relevant to local people but the thoughts of holiday makers here would be appreciated too. The last question is the crucial one and may appear a little ambiguous (I didn’t design it!) but the critical input you guys could put it in,  is which of  the A66 crossings between Penrith and Troutbeck you think would most benefit from cyclist improvements. Many  thanks for your help. Cecilia Questionnaire here :

Anglo-Scottish Borderlands (the debatable lands).  66 mile ride from the Cenotaph in Rickerby park, Carlisle. Leaving the city on shared cycle paths & quite(ish) roads to Rockcliffe, Gretna Green, Canonbie to Newcastleton. Return via Bewcastle, Askerton, Walton, Irthington & Linstock which leads back into Rickerby Park. There are 3 areas in Rickerby park, close to the Cenotaph, to park for free. There are no other facilities there. Refreshment stop at Newcastleton (34 mile), where there are 2 cafes, pubs & convenience stores, plus riverside picnic sites. There is a well stocked shop at Canonbie (21 mile) if needed. Possible stop at Walton cafe (55 mile) for drinks/ice cream 😋. Route  >> HERE << Cheers, John H - 0785553472

  The Kendal Calling Music Mestival is on this weekend at Lowther Castle so road traffic close to Lowther can be bad. Although we generally use lanes wherever possible to attend our meets riders should take care and be aware of increased traffic in the area.

 The ride as published will be : - Start - 09:30 at Dalston car park Outward journey - Rosley, Wigton, Waverton, to the Wheyrigg Hall Hotel ( on the B5302 between Waverbridge and Abbeytown) 11's   - at the Wheyrigg Hall Hotel - who have been advised to expect our group. They can provide bacon / sausage baps or sandwiches , Tea and coffee ( previously toast & jam or marmite has been available ) but they don't have cakes or teacakes Continueing -  on via Adolth, and Tarns to Beckfoot Bank Mill Nursereies Lunch - At the Dunes Coffee Shop - who can provide light bites, Sandwiches and all day breakfasts - I have confirmed that they will be open ( alternatively BYO and sit in the sand dunes overlooking the sea and bring your buckets & spades ) Return journey -  Silloth, Skinburness, Calvo, Seaville, Abbeytown, Lessonhall, Moorhouse, Thornby, Woodhouses, Orton rigg and Orton Grange The overall distance about 50 miles.  On Sundays, there can be significant road traffic on the

The ride round Tan Hill and the Stang is quite hilly so I have decided to start in Brough (Near the clock T junction) GR NY 794 146 this makes the ride about 50mi(80km)and 4000ft (1250m) We will start as usual at 0930 and head up towards Middleton in Teesdale cutting across the reservoirs to the Barnard Castle road at Cotherstone then from BC up the Stang over to the Reeth Tan Hill road and back to Brough. It is due to be a lot less hot and indeed there may be some rain but anyway we'll take it steady. Possible stops on the way but Byo so we can take advantage of good picnic sites! Please message if you are coming so we don't leave without you and I can provide transport from Culgaith area for up to 2 others. Geoff   Route

  Date : Sun 17th  July 2022 Venue : Great Strickland Village Hall From : 10:00 to 13:00 Menus : Full English Breakfasts and Vegetarian options with drinks, Large plate available Prices : Adults £8, Kids £4 It would be good to see some EV riders there. CJ

The ride will leave Central Ave, Gretna at 9.30 am.   The route is not very interesting but if you wish to join me, the pot holes will keep you awake!     The distance will be 51 miles with a refreshment stop possible in Lockerbie and maybe further along the route.  Total elevation will be 2,192ft.    

On Wednesday 13 July Rachel is offering a ride from the 11s stop at Lowther castle to Shap Abbey. Distance about 20 miles and BYO picnic And on Sunday 17 July Rachel will be leaving Alston Railway Station at 10 following the South Tyneside Railway to Lambley Viaduct. It's an off road ride on gravel track suitable for all bikes. BYO advised. A sign has been seen suggesting that on Sunday 17 July there will be a fund-raising breakfast at Great Strickland. No further details are available at present and the coffee stop remains at Melmerby as things stand, for those not joining Rachel's ride from Alston.

 

  Newcastleton & Kielder Lakeside Way Trail **There are a couple of diversions in force on the trail, due to storm damage earlier in the year, but it is open** 09:30 from Newcastleton, Scottish Borders, to Kielder Castle (15 miles) & then around Kielder on the Lakeside Way trail (26 miles) returning to Newcastleton by same route. 56 miles total. Free parking at Douglas Square, Newcastleton.  OR meet 11.00 hours (approx) at Kielder Castle for coffee & just do the Lakeside Way trail (26 miles). There are options to trim a few miles off the trail if required. The Lakeside Way follows the 26 mile Kielder Water shoreline. A unique, beautiful cycling experience accessing the most scenic parts of the lake shore on a multi-user, traffic free, trail for walkers, cyclists, horse riders & wheelchair users & clearly signposted all the way. The surface is finely crushed, heavily compacted, well drained gravel & is rideable on any type of bike though, in my opinion, sturdy

A slightly shortened version of a previous ride taken from the list on our website.... from Frenchfield to Lowther, Orton (coffee - early lunch?), Newbiggin on Lune and back - 48 miles, approx 1000 metres of ascent.  My thanks to the original leader... Further opportunity for a cake or more at Millyard, Morland (close at 4 - no food after 3)....however, BYO might be a good plan if Orton too soon to indulge sufficiently. Route here Hope to see a goodly few of you 😀 Please text if you're coming 07437 217187 Gill S

Ride this Sunday, leaving from Croglin Village Hall at 9.30am. We will be travelling through picturesque fellside villages with fine views towards the fells, on small country lanes to Dufton. Lunch stop at Dufton. BYO lunch or cafe available in Dufton village. Travelling back to Croglin with some variation to the outward journey. We will be travelling at a leisurely pace, mostly easy going, but some steeper hills to climb nearer to the Croglin end of the journey. Approximately 40 miles in total.  

Since there is nothing planned I've added a ride for Wednesday 29th June coming from Tebay. Coffee/Lunch in Dent? Meeting close to the Sports Ground where there is plenty of parking 0930. Hoping some may have been re-invigorated by the Tri-Vets (which I was unfortunately unable to attend 'though glad it went so well!) We go out along the Fair mile to Sedbergh then Barbon village Barbondale up Dent dale and over the Station road to Garsdale head. Finish up the Tommy road to Ravenstonedale Route here when I have it uploaded. Good weather (compared to Orkney!) if a little showery in the afternoon. Geoff Text 07711842885 if you are coming so we don't leave without you

Many many thanks to everyone for making Tri-Vets a GRAND day out (weren't we blessed with the weather!). In particular I would particularly like to thank the volunteers who organised and served the food, laid out tables & chairs, ride registration, ride leaders, did route risk assessments etc etc..... I would also like to thank all those people who came along on the day for the ride - the event would not have happened without you. It was a pleasure meeting so many new people. A few statistics from the day Youngest rider - 50, oldest rider - 80, average age - 68. Total number of riders was 46 (100km 24, 100 miles 22). Click on this LINK to read emails that I've received since the event  Bill

 Rosie and I are going to ride from Beacon Edge cemetery lay-by, Penrith at 10.30. We are cycling to the cafe at Mosedale Quaker meeting house for lunch at 12.30. They do soups, sandwiches and cakes. About 22 miles to the lunch stop via Skelton and Hesket Newmarket and 15 back. Please text Rosie on 07818241833 if you wish to join us, either on the ride, or for lunch so we can inform the cafe of numbers.

 Pop up cafe at Kirkandrews-on-Eden 8th & 9th July. They are exploring the idea of opening a weekend cafe and if this is successful the aim would be to have a more permanent arrangement in the new parish hall.

Leaving from Dalston car park at 09:30 hours Sunday the 19th June. A relaxed 50 mile ride to the coast at Silloth thus easing us into the EVCUK TriVets event on Wednesday.  A fairly flat route with around 1,000 feet of climbing. The weather looks good with the forecast for a warm, dry day with sunny intervals and a moderate breeze. Plenty of options for lunch at Silloth including cafes, byo for a picnic on the green or fish & chips by the sea, candy floss or toffee apples, ice cream & all the fun of the fair😁 Map and GPX file  >> HERE <<   Text or WhatsApp 07855534727 Cheers, John H

 We now have a total of 48 people registered to ride Tri-Vets next Wednesday - that's 3 groups of 8 people riding 100 miles & 3 groups of 8 people riding 100 km. The entry form is now closed! If you have not yet done so, can you please follow this LINK and make your lunch selection from the listed choices, this will save a bit of time at ride registration. All we need now is a bit of sunshine on the day! Thanks to everyone Bill

 The Trivets 100 m pm (50 m) route checking ride on Wednesday will start from Dalston public car park at 9.30, with an early lunch stop picnic BYO at RSPB Campfield Marsh. The weather looks warm and sunny. It’s pretty flat and all are welcome to join me.

 Advanced warning for those planning rides: May I give you advanced warning that Langwathby Bridge will be closed from the 25 th   July 2022 for 8 weeks for major renovation. Full media coverage will occur to keep the public informed. It may be that the footbridge will remain open but see further public notices