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Springing up Shaley Brow

Sunday 6th March 2022 9:30am

Starting from - Car Park at the Community Scout Group, Drapers Avenue, Eccleston. PR7 5SY. There are no toilets at the start point but there is a Cafe in the local centre of Eccleston.
Ride Leaders :
Kath Mullaney and Antony Tonge.
Ride distance : 30 miles
Overall elevation : 2198 ft
Gradient 7% to 15%, PR7 5SY

This Horwich Ride Social Mixed ride is open for anyone to join

  • 32 miles
  • Road
  • 4 hr
  • Challenging
  • Chorley
  • Adults 16+ only
Check the weather! Make sure you've brought the right clothing, equipment and provisions so you have an enjoyable experience. Thanks!

Organized by groups in the community, these rides are a great way to meet new people, explore your local area and to have fun riding your bike. You can find rides that are suitable for your level of experience and interests whilst enjoying being part of a social cycling community.

About the route

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PR7 5SY

We leave Eccleston and head out to Shevington for the the first climb up Gathurst Hill. Passing through Orrell followed by a loop around Rainford before tackling the climb up Shaley Brow (Crank Road). After this we have a gradual climb over Ashurst beacon the easier way followed by a couple of nice descents into Parbold and back through some quiet, flatter lanes to Eccleston.

A road ride from Eccleston to Rainford taking in some local climbs

A mixture of A and B roads, mostly quiet lanes but passing through some larger villages.

There will be a Cafe break for refreshments. Regular stops can be taken throughout the ride to re group and refresh

Helmets are always required on HRS rides. Please also be equipped with your own basic repair items and any personal hygiene equipment. Money will be needed at the Cafe stop if you intend to take efreshements there.

This is a challenging hilly road ride, best suited to road bikes or very light Hybrids. Please look at the ride description, elevation, gradient and distance and assess your own ability to be able to meet both.

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Kath M 25th Feb 2022

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