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Notable women - in search of Kate Maxey

Saturday 11th April 2026 10:00am

Starting from - Merryoaks Community Centre, DH1 3QF

This Notable Women Rides - North East ride is open for anyone to join

  • 15 miles
  • Mountain Bike, Hybrid (off road tyres), Hybrid (road tyres), Road, eBike
  • 2 hr 30 mins
  • Steady
  • Durham
  • Adults 16+ only
  • Women only

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4 Places booked

Free, women-only bike rides led by experienced Breeze Champions. They are a great way to get started in cycling or to improve your skills, whether you are a beginner or a seasoned cyclist.

About the route

Starting point




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DH1 3QF

From Merryoaks Community centre we will follow the cyclepath along the A167 to Croxdale where we will join quiet road to Tudhoe and then through the back roads of Spennymoor to visit the plaque to Kate Maxey after which we will stop for refreshments (probably Spoons) on the return journey we will cycle through Hett to Sunderland Bridge to rejoin the cyclepath and return to the start.

A ride from Durham to Spennymoor to celebrate the life of Notable North East woman, Kate Maxey

On quiet road and cycle path between Durham and Spennymoor

We will stop for refreshments at Spennymoor.

Helmets are always advisable, as is clothing suitable for the weather and a bottle of water. We also recommend snacks, a spare inner tube and a pump.

We never leave anyone behind

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Who else is on this ride?

Ride leaders

Profile photo for Jacki Patrickson

  • Ride Leader

    Ride Leader

  • Breeze Champion

    Breeze Champion

  • Community Groups Volunteer

    Community Groups Volunteer

Jacki Patrickson

Profile photo for Maureen Dewell

  • Breeze Champion

    Breeze Champion

Maureen Dewell

4 ride participants

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