MLCSU - Ride the Lights 2023 Blackpool

****PLEASE NOTE WHILST THE EVENT IS OPEN TO THE GENERAL PUBLIC THIS RIDE LISTING IS FOR MLCSU STAFF MEMBERS AND THEIR FAMILIES AND FRIENDS***

The Ride The Lights event is one of the most magical nights in Blackpool’s calendar when, for one night only, the six miles of Promenade will be closed to give thousands of cyclists an opportunity to get a sneak preview of the Illuminations before the official switch-on later that week. Ride at any point along the promenade from Starr Gate at South Shore to Red Bank Road in Bispham. You can ride as much or as little of the route as you are able.

Why not join in the creative fun by designing your very own Illuminations display on your bike? Decorate your ride with colourful lights, lamps and lanterns to show off your illuminations design ideas. Light your ride... then ride the lights!

Active Blackpool will once again be joining us on the Tower Festival Headland where they will demonstrate balance bikes and adapted cycles. They will also be providing cycle repair and information stalls on local bike initiatives.

Times: 7pm-10pm

Ride The Lights is not a bike race, it's a fun and FREE bike ride open to all. A great opportunity to get out and about on your bike with both family and friends.

In order to keep everyone safe, there are a few things to remember:

All bikes must have a minimum of one white light at the front and one red light at the back.
It is highly recommended that all participants should wear a cycle helmet.
A responsible adult must accompany all children.
Please be aware that the tramway will be operational throughout the ride, take special care in the area around North Pier/Metropole Hotel
Marshalls and First Aiders will be on hand along the route.
Bike Doctors and support vehicles will be on hand to look after breakdowns.
The road will re-open to traffic at 10pm. Please try to plan your ride to reach your destination by this time, and be aware of traffic after this time.
Safety Note: Please be aware that tramway will be operational, so please ensure you stay a safe distance from the tramway.

Please note that there will be live filming and photography at this event. Any pictures provided maybe used by VisitBlackpool for promotional purposes. If you do not wish to be included, please contact VisitBlackpool Web Team

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Ride the lights Blackpool is being repeated on Sunday December 5th with a festive twist. https://www.visitblackpool.com/detail/ride-the-christmas-lights-1015920/ We will ride the full circular illuminations route from squires gate to red bank approximately 12 miles

Traffic free until 20:00 along the promenade along the illuminations route flat with some gentle inclines

We will stop for refreshments along the return route

https://www.visitblackpool.com/detail/ride-the-christmas-lights-1015920/

I’ve always wanted to ride the lights but have missed out each year for one reason or another. It’s meant to be a great event with a great atmosphere. Please feel free to turn up in festive wear and or decorate your bike. I will definitely be getting dressed up!