Bolton A'wandering

Sky Ride Local in Bolton

Get out and explore the countryside with the brand new rural off-road routes from Sky Ride Local. Off-road Ride Steady is mostly traffic free rural bike riding for the family and novice cyclist.  Come and enjoy the scrunch of gravel and the squelch of mud under your tyres with us!

This route is ideal for anyone wanting to try and take their cycling a bit further and increase their mileage. Starting from Bolton Arena, we’ll ride cycle paths and quiet roads between rail lines and waterways to Queen's Park in Bolton. There'll be time for a drink and snacks before returning to the Arena. Do join us for a great ride which will boost your confidence in an almost traffic free environment, which also takes in plenty of local urban interest and some industrial heritage.

Additional Information

Helmets must be worn by all under 18's regardless of ride level.
The minimum age for these rides is 8, there must be no child trailers or child seats, the child capable of riding within the demands of the off-road specification.
Please bring equipment with you to repair punctures, Ride Leaders are there to help but are not responsible for your bike.
All rides leave at the time stated you must arrive early Ride Leaders will not wait.

Location and Route

Meet the Ride Leaders

• Jim Taylor Hi,
  I’m Jim Taylor and have been cycling for the past 14 years but 2012 is my first year as a Sky Ride Leader. Cycling has given me immense pleasure over the years and the opportunity to help other to also share that enjoyment is the reason I became a Sky Ride Leader.
  For the past 12 months I have been a Volunteer Bike Leader for Wigan Leisure Services Active Living Team and aims to help people get back cycling. The rides are all off-road and are suitable for beginners and those who are a little more confident.
  I am also a volunteer ranger for the cycling charity Sustrans. This entails promoting the work of Sustrans at various events and helping to maintain, sign and promote cycle routes on the National Cycle Network.
  I look forward to riding with you all to provide plenty of enjoyment and fun on all the rides.
  
• Gerard Broughton Hi my name is Gerard and this will be mythirsyear as a Sky Ride Leader. I've always had an interest in cycling since I got my first three wheeler when I was about 6 years old - a long timer ago!
  
  I enjoy all types of cycling from touring to big downhill (though I dont go as fast as some!).
  
  Over the last couple of years I've done a couple of overseas trips - one to Marocco which was mostly big ups and fast downs. I also spent a couple of weeks cycling through Thailand, Cambodia and Vietnam which was a super experiance and one which I will never forget. I am now planning another trip to Vietnam and Laos for the end of this year.
  
  I really enjoy meeting people on Sky Rides and getting to talk to everyone. Looking forward to meting you.
  
• Anneliese Trigg Hi i'm Anneliese
  
  well year 4 for Sky Rides can't believe how much its grown from the begining!! I've been a Ride Leader at al the levels on many routes, a Route Planner for a fair few too, now this year i have moved again and extended into the Breeze Network so looking forward to what cycling brings this year, have fun and Happy Sky Riding!