Evening Escape to Elton - Ladies Only.

Please arrive 10-15 minutes beforehand for a bike check and ride briefing.
If you have not already completed a ride participation form for Horwich Ride Social then please contact [email protected] for a form or message via the lets ride site or Horwichride social facebook page.
This is an evening ride and although we plan to be back whilst it is still light please bring a bike light to ensure you can be seen if visibility is poor.

Average Speed of Ride 7-8mph
Elevation 350ft - this is a flat ride.
Ride Leaders - Carol Crerar and Lesley Doxsey.

A lovely scenic easy going evening ride taking you to Elton Reservoir and back. This is a great ride for anyone wanting to get outside for fresh air, exercise and great company after a day at work or home. It is suitable for women progressing from Sofa to Saddle or those wanting to increase their confidence in a small group.

You will riding mainly on cycle trails with some short road sections and a short section on a canal towpath.

We plan to stop on the return section of the ride (time, weather and Covid 19 restrictions allowing ) for a short break outside a local pub. However please bring a drink and snack with you in case this is not possible.

Please ensure your bike is in good working condition. Check your gears and brakes are working before the ride. We do have some bikes available for hire. Please bring with you spare inner tubes ,tyre levers and pump if you have one. Helmets are required to join this group ride and we do have helmets available to hire. Please contact [email protected] if you need to arrange hire of a bike or helmet. You will need to bring your own PPE - mask, hand gel and tissues. First aid consumables will be provided by the leader.

First-timers welcome!