Eden Valley Cycling UK

The ride will start from the Sycamore Tree Cafe, Longtown at 9.30am.   The route will be to Penton, Newcastleton then the B6357 eventually arriving at Bonchester Bridge at about mid-day.   (the pub will open for lunches from 12 noon).   From B.B. the route will be to Hermitage, Din Fell and the A7 for a short distance before taking a bit of a scenic diversion into Langolm.    Then back to Longtown via Claygate and Harelaw.    Total distance 84 miles approx.     The route is undulating throughout.  The roads are usually quiet.   At the moment the forecast for Sunday seems reasonably okay.    I hope to see some of you on the ride.😢😭😤 The route is  here

Rosie will be leading a ride from Beacon Edge cemetery lay-by Penrith, leaving at 9.30 and going to Dufton for a picnic or lunch at the cafe, returning via Knock, Newbiggin and Temple Sowerby. Possible stop at Cafe Velo. About 40 miles.

 Not a matter of great moment, I am hoping to be at Morland for 11s tomorrow. If I don't see anyone else I may be sad; I may not. 

Date:  Sat 4th September Time : 10am- 3pm Place:  Arragon's Cycles, Penrith Challenge : Cycle 5 minutes on a static bike Donate whatever you can to:     https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/rotary-ride-2021-pcuk   ( Use reference Penrith RR) -  Store discount at Arragons for every participant - Chance to win a limited edition cycling print by Sue Cumella - Cake! Arragon's have kindly offered the use of their static bike and screen (see image attached) from 10am- 3pm, Saturday 4th September. Our target is 50 miles and our aim is to encourage as many people as possible to visit Arragons and cycle for 5 minutes at a time on the static bike. You can do as many or as few sessions as you like; whether you turn up for 5 minutes or 50! You can do a leisurely 5 mins or a fast sprint, it's completely up to you. Then donate to Prostate Cancer UK:   https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/rotary-ride-2021-pcuk (Collection tins will also be available on the d...

Choice of great rides to-day - see John's post below!   Meet at 9.30 in lay-by on A684 at GR 600923. Take junction 37 off M6 and drive east 1/2 mile (800m) to large set back lay-by on north side of Sedburgh road. Brunch at chip buttie van, Milnthorpe. Loop round Arnside, Silverdale and Beetham. Tea near Crooklands. About 45 miles. Text Rachel on 07763032740

09:30 the bridge at Armathwaite (parking on bridge) a sharp right turn for Staffield, Newbiggin, Talkin, Forest Head, Brampton Junction & early lunch at the White Rabbit Tearoom (22 mile). Lanercost, Hethersgill, coffee stop at Newtown, Hadrians Wall Snack Shed (37 mile). Irthington, Wetheral & back to Armathwaite (50 mile). There are no 'serious' climbs, approx, 3000 feet elevation gain, however some of the climbs are short, sharp, little 'stinkers'. Probably between a 2 & 3 bike Ride. Hadrians Wall Snack Shed  https://hadrians-wall-snack-shed.business.site/ is operated on a 'honesty box ' system so cash only ** bring plenty of change** . Hot & cold drinks, snacks & ice cream or byo for picnic on the green. Route & GPX file  > here <. The weather forecast is looking good.... at this time. Text 07855534727

Meet 9.30 Appleby swimming pool car park. Ride to Upper Swaledale via Nateby, Tailbridge Hill/Lamps Moss. BYO lunch, possible cream tea Ravenseat (Yorkshire Shepherdess). Return via Tan Hill. About 45 miles. Modifications possible if weather bad. Text Rachel on 07763032740

 Leave Dalston new car park at 9.30 for elevenses at UpFront Gallery, Unthank. Then route via Ellonby to Mosedale and along the fellside road to Hesket Newmarket and Caldbeck. Opportunity for lunch stop or BYO (can be really busy at the kiosk in Caldbeck). Over the fells from Whelpo and good downhill return. 45 miles at a moderate pace. GPX file Text Mike on 07906896503 

 Excellent video, LEL next year, suffering !! Trailer | London Edinburgh London can recommend volunteering at the controls, but also very hard work Martin 

 Meet at 9.30 in Lay-by on A684 at GR 600923. Take junction 37 off M6 and drive east 1/2 mile (800m) to large set back lay-by on north side of Sedburgh road. Route goes down the Lune valley for BYO elevenses at Ruskin's View, Kirkby Lonsdale. BYO lunch at Borwick (3km south of Burton-in-Kendal). Outdoor tea at Crooklands on way back north. Total distance 40-45 miles. Text Rachel 07763032740