Cycling

The Cycle Group organises rides every Thursday morning all the year round, open to Chiltern Society members and non-members. You'll be welcome to join us now!

We ride at a leisurely pace to cater for the needs of the riders who come on the day and we incorporate shorter routes for slower riders. We usually cycle about 20-25 miles (10-15 miles for the shorter routes) and call in to have a pub lunch together on the way. The rides normally follow quiet lanes and occasional bridleways (trying to miss the muddy bits).

Once you've ridden with the group, you'll be sent e-mails detailing future rides and a copy of the agreed Health and Safety Guidelines which you'll be expected to follow. You can find details of the first Thursday ride of each month, in the latest issue of Chiltern News.

There are two other Chiltern Society cycling groups, one for on road riding and going a bit further and a bit faster than those on Thursdays and another which features quite challenging off road cycling. Membership of both of these groups is by invitation only and you must start by riding with us on Thursdays before you can take part in them.

Extra detail
To find out details about when and where to meet and what each ride will entail, navigate to: News & events > What's on & when (clicking here, will open that page), or ring Roger on 01494 721142 or Ken on 01923 779140.

Conditions
All riders must be at least 18 years of age We strongly recommend that you wear a helmet and bring a first aid kit on all rides. You should bring your own water/soft drink for roadside stops.
We hope to welcome you cycling with us soon!

Official guide

Chilterns CyclewayThe Chilterns Cycleway official guide book has all you need to know about the Chilterns Cycleway: 23 detailed maps (one for each section), a few suggested short breaks, plus additional route and accommodation information. Ring bound. £7.99. To order please phone 01494 771250.

Re-cycle it!

Sustrans is the leading sustainable transport charity. It has developed more than 1,100 miles of cycle routes in the UK and organises ‘Active Travel’ to encourage people to make more journeys by bicycle.

They need used bicycles (in reasonable working order if possible). Ring Jeremy on 07836 208752 or Chris on 01525 22105.