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Blasting to Bakers

Sunday 31st August 2025 9:30am

Starting from - Luciano’s Coffee Shop (next to Subway) on the Middlebrook retail park. There is free parking and toilet facilities.

Ride Leaders: Michelle and Michelle L
Ride Elevation: approx 2000 ft
Avg pace: 11-13 mph

If you have not completed a ride participant form previously for one of the HRS rides, please download one from
https://www.horwichridesocial.org/sites/default/files/2024-01/Cycling%20UK%20New%20Club%20Participant%20form%20%281%29.pdf
and email it to [email protected] AT LEAST 48 HRS before the ride.

Photos will be taken during this ride which will be shared on our social media, if you do not wish your photo to be taken, please advise a ride leader before the ride.

Please arrive at least 10-15 mins before the ride start time for a bike check and ride brief. We will be leaving promptly and will not wait for latecomers.

Please ensure you are equipped with bike lights as wew are cycling on roads.
, BL6 6JA

This Horwich Ride Social Mixed ride is open for anyone to join

  • 22 miles
  • Road
  • 4 hr
  • Challenging
  • Bolton
  • Adults 16+ only
Check the weather! Make sure you've brought the right clothing, equipment and provisions so you have an enjoyable experience. Thanks!

Organized by groups in the community, these rides are a great way to meet new people, explore your local area and to have fun riding your bike. You can find rides that are suitable for your level of experience and interests whilst enjoying being part of a social cycling community.

About the route

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BL6 6JA


We will leave Middlebrook car park (outside of Lucianos) and head up towards Rivington Village where a steep climb beckons. Continuing on through the roads of Belmont to Egerton where a rest top will be welcomed therefore please being some change for refreshments. Beautiful scenery and stunning views ahead but not suitable for the faint hearted.

The route is mapped on tarmac country lanes but does pass through a couple of main roads. Although this course is challenging, you don't have to be Chris Froome to participate. As long as you can cycle at an average 11-13 mph (not uphill though!) you will be just fine. As always, at HRS helmets are compulsary, no helmet- no ride. ~Please carry your own inner tubes, pump, and of course, money for the tea room. You'll have earned the delicious food they have on offer. In addition, please ensure you carry a drink and snacks to keep you going up those hills!!

THIS IS ROAD BIKES ONLY. You will not be able to join the ride if you arrive on a hybrid, Gravel bikes allowed.

Please ensure you wear appropriate clothing for our fine English unpredictable weather. More thin layers is better than one thick layer.

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Michelle T 1st Aug 2025

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