100K and 3 Beaches

Leaving Eccleston near Chorley, we head through the small villages of Croston/Bretherton and Tarleton before turning towards Southport and the first beach. Leaving Southport along the coast road we pass through the 2nd beach area of Ainsdale and then onto Formby. After this we head inland passing through the small villages and towns of Aughton and Bickerstaffe before heading back to the staring point via Burscough.

A lovely road ride to the Lancashire West coast beaches.

Some A roads and B roads and some quiet lanes. We will be passing through Southport town centre which can be quite busy.

Because of the distance we will take a couple of longer refreshment breaks and short rest stops throughout the route.

We will take a short stop in Southport around 21 miles for a quick re fuel/drinks and toilet. A longer lunch stop will be at Halsall around 30 miles. After this there is not much opportunity to stop, however if you want to bring your own food/drink/snacks we can find a stop in the second part of the ride foe a short 'Picnic'. Please bring money if you intend to buy lunch. Be equipped with your own roadside repair items and PPE.

This is a long route, although fairly flat there are some small climbs towards the end. Please be confident that you can meet the distance and average speed.