Saturday - Kevin's Traffic-free ride to Raggy Heirlooms

Our social rides are open to all and offer a very friendly welcome to newcomers. This ride will be to the wonderful Raggy Heirlooms west of Ponteland. As there is also a ride to Tynemouth running at the same time, this ride is for those looking to go a little further than our usual Saturday rides.

The route will be primarily off-road and there will be sections of gravel or mud so anyone signing up should be comfortable with this. We will first head up the Tyne and then Denton Burn before passing through housing estates, then Woolsington to Ponteland. From there we will follow the Reivers Way to reach Raggy Heirlooms.

The return journey will again pass through Ponteland and then through Throckley (or Lemington if we take a shorter route). The pace will be around 10mph, but no-one ever gets left behind.

If the conditions prove to be tough, such as strong winds or rain, we have the option to stop at Ponteland depending on how everyone feels.

Helmets are recommended and please ensure you carry sufficient water and snacks, and a spare inner tube in case of punctures as this route can have many thorns.

Participants are eligible for reduced bike hire at £5 per ride or to buy a bike by paying £10pw and pick a bike from the Hub catalogue then after 20 weeks the bike is theirs (if it is a £200 bike). To book a bike please contact the Hub on 0191 2767250 and give at least 24 hours notice.

If anyone is unable to sign up for any reason then either turn up on the day or send me a text on 07914 852 638.