Eden Valley Cycling UK

I shall be leaving Langwathby at 9.30; eta at Culgaith level crossing is around 9.50/9.55, then via Temple Sowerby and Bolton into Appleby up Colby hill. I'm planning to leave bikes in the Cloisters and arrive at Bojangles 11ish which hopefully avoids the Sunday lunch rush. Return will be the fellside route; 27/28 miles in total at my gentle (non-assisted) pace. I hope I'm not alone... Alison 07500 564922

 Meet at 09:30 on Armathwaite bridge 09:30 for a lumpy 48 mile ride. Heading up to Hallbankgate via Castle Carrock & Forest Head for coffee at the Hub (13 miles). Continue along the A689 towards Alston with further refreshments (if needed) at Nook Farm Cafe (26 miles). Back over Hartside and returning to Armathwaite via Renwick & Croglin. GPX file HERE . Cheers, Bill 07921 297 945

  Early this evening, I heard from Keith Smith that sadly David Wilson has died.  David was an active member of EVCuk and was involved with establishing the idea of fixed centre cycling / camping holidays mainly in France For many years club members enjoyed these holidays using the Bike Bus as transport to France. Further blogs will be posted when more information is known.

  I just thought that you would like to know that the donations at Peter’s funeral very kindly made in lieu of flowers amount to £140. That's £70 to Penrith Mountain Rescue Team and £70 to the RAF Benevolent Fund. Grateful thanks from myself and the family to all members of the cycle group who attended and donated. Some people are also very generously donating independently. Also, many thanks for the lovely cards and messages from others who could not be at the funeral.  (via Les M) 

Are cycling helmets the best thing since "Sliced Bread" or is it marketing BS? There was an interesting programme on Radio 4 last week about the effectiveness of cycling helmets and what to look for when purchasing. You can find it on BBC Sound s - Sliced Bread last Thursday (22nd) at 12:32 or search for podcast "Sliced Bread"

I will be leaving Langwathby at 9.30 to take the road towards Great Salkeld, then Bowscar, Stoneybeck roundabout (eta 10.15) Plumpton to UpFront. Return via Plumpton towards Lazonby then Great Salkeld. Pace will be (very) modest! Alison (07500 564922)

63 mile ride. 09:30 hours Wednesday 28th from Dalston. Heading to Hesket Newmarket, Caldbeck & onto Mae's at Uldale (18 mile) for coffee. Continuing via Torpenhow, Arkleby & along the Solway Coast to Allonby for Silloth (40 mile) & further refreshments. From Silloth to Skinburness, Abbeytown, Lessonhall, Orton Grange back to Dalston. Map/route & gpx file   >> HERE << A bit hilly in the morning but a nice, flat (ish) & easy second half. There may be some rain, according to the current forecast, but nothing to worry us hardy EV' ers, but if required 'bail out’ options exist 😁 All welcome for a trip to the seaside & no one gets left behind. Hope some of you can join me 👍 Text or WhatsApp 07855534727 Cheers, John H

 Sunday 25th June Gretna to Glencaple Solway coast ride on the Scottish side, should be around 55miles. Due to popular demand a ride with a few less hills. The weather forecast is a bit variable and looks like it might be a bit breezy. Starting at the car park in Gretna off Central Avenue, out to Glencaple and lunch stop at the Boat House cafe. The cafe sits on the side of the river Nith, so you can choose to BYO picnic and eat by the river, or go in for coffee and cake. I have hedged my bets and made two versions, they are both more or less the same roads, just the order we ride them changes, will choose which on Sunday morning depending on the forecast (Wind direction👍). Route 'A' >>Here<< Route 'B' >>Here<< If the weather stays fair it should be a scenic ride, hope some of you can join me. Contact me by text or WhatsApp 07590 605203 Nigel P P.S. John H reminded me how busy the Boat House can get on a Sunday lunch time, they do take away, or

See this and Nigel P's post below: Three of us are setting off from the car park at Lowther Castle at 10.30am. We will cross the river at French Field and ride via Edenhall and on through Great Salkeld to Lazonby. Crossing the river again, the route is Kirk Oswald and Glassonby, arriving at Long Meg shortly after 12 noon. Distance about 18 miles. If anyone would like join us either from the start or on route please let me know. Ernest P.  01539 734197

 Long Meg Picnic Ride I will be riding to the Long Meg Picnic (BYO) from Dalston leaving at 9:30. Never been before so hopefully I have the location correct? Route takes me out west of the M6, through Penrith via Thacka Lane which is a short stretch of unpaved Bridalway, about 50 years since I was last down this lane so hopefully it is passable, if not an alternative road route is only a couple of miles more. Reach Long Meg at 27 miles, 20 miles home via Kirkoswald and Armathwaite. Route <<Here>> If anyone would like to join me, one or two hills but nothing to riders of your calibre 😄 Text or WhatsApp 07590 605203 Nigel P

 Hoping that the weather will be good and that there will be a good turn out tomorrow. We are suggesting between 12 and 1.00 (midday not midnight!) for a BYO picnic and club gathering. We have had a couple of these events post-covid and they certainly proved popular. Keep your eye on the blog in case any members suggest a ride based around  this meet.

48 mile ride (approx) leaving at 09.30 hours from Wetheral to Melmerby (21 mile) for coffee/lunch. Route  >> HERE <<   Listing as a 3 bike ride but not necessarily so. Be great if anyone wants to come along & all welcome. Text or WhatsApp 07855534727 or see you at Wetheral. Cheers, John H

  The thundery weather should have passed and it looks to be bright and clear. I intend to go from Kirkby Stephen into the Dales. Meet near the cloisters at 0930. About 55mi (1630m ascent) up Tan Hill and over to Reeth. Then from Grinton up a lesser known lane above Crackpot and on over the top and down to Askrigg. Thence via Hawes perhaps for ice creams and back via Mallerstang. I hope I may have company on this glorious ride in God's own county!😂 Days are long and there's no rush! Route here Message or WhatsApp if you intend coming 07711842885 Lift available from Culgaith!

Joy has given me details of Pete's funeral  arrangements. Friday 23rd June 1.40 pm at  Carlisle Crematorium No dress code, wear what you wish. No flowers please, but donations to  Penrith Mountain Rescue and/or RAF Benevolent Fund greatly appreciated. There will be refreshments afterwards at  Creighton Rugby Club, Sycamore Lane, Carlisle CA1 3SR. To give Joy an idea of numbers, please let us know if you would like to partake and we will give Joy the total. Les and Ruth:  lesandruth@gmail.com or 07840 568047. 

Photos from Ludo's EV club ride today. A fantastic route, weather & company topped off with well deserved (& needed) ice cream 🍦😋 PLEASE NOTE GEOFF'S POSTED CLUB RIDE, FOR WEDNESDAY, BELOW.  

 Leaving from the car park in Central Ave, Gretna at 9.30am, the route will be north to Chapelknowe, Corrie Common and Boreland then onwards to the community cafe in Eskdalemuir.   The distance to the cafe is about 28 miles.  After lunch we return to Gretna via Bentpath and Langholm.   Total distance is 58 miles.    I hope to see some of you on the ride. Route  here

  Pete Moore sadly died from a heart attack on Monday 5th June. He was an active member of EV for many years, but was diagnosed with failing kidneys a few years ago and had been on home dialysis with ups and downs in his health. I’ve been visiting Pete and his wife Joy several times to help wire up his complex digital model railway layout which had become his primary hobby. Never ever expected the sad phone call just received from Joy. Will circulate more details when known. Les Meer

 I am thinking I might meet the folk at Talkin for lunch but start in Melmerby and go over Hartside and down the S Tyne Valley to Hallbankgate (see route below) Totals (back to Melmerby) 96km and 1000m. I would welcome company if anyone would like to join me let me know(07711 842885) Text or WhatsApp - Starting at 0930 should be at Talkin T for 1230-1300   Route Geoff

Leaving Dalston at 9.30. BYO lunch or enjoy the cafe. The ride will be a modest pace and go out via Wetheral and return through Armathwaite.  The route of 42 miles is  HERE Text or WhatsApp 07906896503

 I shall be leaving Langwathby at 9.30 and cycling about 15 miles via Culgaith, Morland and Great Strickland to coffee at Larch Cottage, returning by a more direct route to be decided. Company welcome. Alison 01768 881066 (landline, for conversations) 07500 564922 (texts and messages)

64 mile 3 bike ride starting at 09:30 hours on Sunday from The Green at Wetheral. Heading over the Scottish border via Carlisle airport (no flight options), Hethersgill, Penton, into Scotland near Kershope foot to Newcastleton for lunch (27 mile). Return via Bewcastle, Birdoswald (50 mile (quick ice cream/coffee stop)), Lanercost, Brampton, Hayton, Great Corby & the bone shaker viaduct into Wetheral. Route/map/GPX file  >> HERE <<   A bit "lumpy" but nothing too serious regarding climbs. For refreshments there are 2 cafes, a spar & convenience store & 3 pubs/hotels at Newcastleton or BYO for a picnic on the beautiful riverside. Venues might be busy so we can decide on arrival. The weather forecast (at this time) is for plenty of sunshine, dry & warm with light winds. So no excuses get yourself out 😃. If you decide to come along, bring plenty of fluids & sun block as parts of this route are remote without services. Cheers, John H (text or Whats