Chester le Street to Beamish and Beyond

Saturday 11 April 2015 1.30pm 16 miles Chester le Street to Beamish and Beyond Starting point Chester le Street Market Place opposite Cycleworld DH3 3EZ Starting in the bustling Market Place we will quickly escape the town centre and head west on the Sustrans line as far as Beamish. From here we’ll join quiet (but hilly) lanes, passing Causey Arch and the Tanfield Railway and will take a break in Tanfield at Bayberry Hollow for a cuppa. Our return will take in some road riding back to Stanley where we’ll join the old railway line again to breeze back to Chester le Street. This ride is challenging in places so suitable for more confident riders or if you’re ready to progress your cycling or returning after a break but with some basic fitness. The railway path sections are good quality so the ride will be suitable for all bike types (except very skinny road tyres). A hybrid bike would be the best bet. Who knows what the weather will be like but please don’t risk getting cold so come suitably dressed and prepared eg gloves, buff and extra layer/s. For more information please contact me at [email protected]. Audrey