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Sustrans, the charity that works on projects to encourage more walking and cycling. Much of the National Cycle Network (NCN) is on traffic free or quite roads.
Two NCN routes pass through St Neots. NCN 51 from Oxford to Harwich visiting Bedford, St Neots, Grafham Water, Cambridge and further east.
The new cycle bridge between Eaton Socon and Eynesbury will receive a Sustrans grant of £700K.
Recently the local Sustrans rangers challenged the people of St Neots to join them in a guided cycle ride to Bedford. This 26 mile event was on Sunday 14th June and a good number dusted off their bikes and made the trip. Many had participated in the four warm up rides as well.
All of this has lead to the rangers agreeing organise further regular guided rides on Sunday mornings on a monthly basis. Likely to be the 3rd Sunday of each month.
Riders of all ages are welcome. Children must accompanied by an adult. Pace will be easy and no one will be left behind. Cycling is great for improving fitness, meeting new friends and seeing the countryside.
All the rides will start @ 10:30 from outside the Ambiance Café at the Riverside Park car park. There’s no charge for participating but there will be opportunity to contribute to Sustrans.
The Justgiving website makes it easy to organise sponsors and their donations.
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Ride No.1
Leisurely ride that explored the cycle tracks around Eaton Socon, Eynesbury and Loves Farm.
Sunday 19th April. 8 1/2 miles were cycled by the group.
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Ride No.2
Leisurely ride on cycle lanes and quiet roads out into the Cambs countryside.
Sunday 26th April was 8 Miles with good weather and good company. |
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Ride No.3
Leisurely ride mostly “off road” along NCN 51 to Grafham Water’s Visitor Centre.
Sunday 17th May. St Neots cyclists rising to the challenge by not letting a bit of rain dampen the enthusiasm.
13 moist miles in the countryside. |
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Ride No.4
Leisurely ride “off road” along NCN 51 to Grafham Water’s Visitor Centre and then opportunity to cycle a cycle of the reservoir.
Sunday 31st May. 20 miles in the sun with time for a picnic on the way. |
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Ride No.5
26 mile guided ride to Bedford Country Park Open Day. Good time was had exploring the Bedford Priory Park Open Day.
Plans are being made for further rides and hopefully they will become regular monthly events. |
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All ready for Ride No. 1 |
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For more details call Richard on 01480 889 171
Email: ranger@ridingabike.co.uk |
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