Ride with us!
New riders are always welcome. You can join us for a trial ride (or two) without commitment.
Here's how to join us for a ride:
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Choose which section suits your availability and the type of ride you want:
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Saturday rides: from beginners to regular riders, usually half day rides
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Sunday rides: regular riders, moderate all-day rides
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Wednesday rides: regular riders, three different sub-groups with easy, moderate or more challenging rides
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For more information, look at the questions below, and maybe some recent ride reports on the blog pages for the different sections. These are linked from the rides pages above.
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Check where the rides start from - on Sundays and Wednesdays we start from various places so we can ride in different places each week. See our rides list for details.
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Contact us - we'll be happy to answer any questions or concerns you may have, and help get you started.
If you become a regular rider, you need to join Cycling UK (which we recommend anyway), and we'll also ask you for a small annual subscription (currently £3) to support our local group.
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I have questions!
I am worried about my fitness. Will I be too slow? Talk to us. We can usually recommend a group to suit you. (And you will get fitter if you ride regularly.)
I have never ridden in a group before? Most people find it straightforward, and helpful to ride in a group with a leader who takes care of navigation. If you ride with us regularly you will find some tips to make the most of group riding in our group riding guidelines
How do I get to the start? Most people ride to the start of rides, but some may drive or get public transport. If you need help finding your way, we can often help with directions or perhaps find someone nearby who will ride with you.
What kind of bike do I need? Bring the bike you have! If you can manage the expected distance and any hills on your bike, then it should be okay. Most people have road bikes or gravel bikes; some have e-bikes and occasionally someone will ride a mountain bike.
What time will I be home? It varies depending on the season, which section you're riding with and the particular ride, so you might need to enquire. Most rides will finish at a cafe for a chance for afternoon tea and cake!
What do I need to bring? Our group riding guidelines have advice on this.
Is it ok to bring an e-bike? We welcome e-bikes and most sections have a few e-bike riders nowadays. Check that your bike's battery range is sufficient for the ride, as it's not usually possible to recharge it on a ride.
Can young people join rides? We welcome younger riders, but under-18s must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.