Heaton Park Wanderer

Sunday 7th July at 10.00am This is what time the ride will set off. It’s best to get to the starting point at least 15 minutes beforehand to avoid missing the start.

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Cycling time Ride distance Suitable for Distance from me Ride level
75 Mins 11 Miles Anyone Not all rides are suitable for everyone. This will tell you if the ride is suitable for you and/or your friends and family. ? Miles
Steady If you’re fairly confident on your bike and ready to broaden your cycling horizons, Steady rides are ideal. At a comfortable pace, and possibly with some modest hills along the way, rides take place on mainly quiet roads with plenty of sights along the way.

Manchester

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Starting Point & Postcode
Heaton Park, St Margaret's Road Entrance Meet in first car park M25 2SW
Overall Duration On a long ride, it’s sometimes good to have a little break in the middle, or maybe a catch up at the beginning or end to keep it sociable. This means that the overall ride duration may be longer than the actual cycling time.
1 hours 55 mins  (1 hours 15 mins cycling)
Bike Type You probably don’t want to drag your road bike across bumpy trails. Maybe you want to make the most of the suspension on your mountain bike. This helps you match your ride to your bike.
Any 

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You can book up to a total of 5 places on this ride and you'll be asked for each person's details during the registration process.

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Sky Ride Local in Manchester

If you’re fairly confident on your bike and ready to broaden your cycling horizons, our Steady rides are ideal. At a comfortable pace, and possibly with some modest hills along the way, rides take place on mainly quiet roads with plenty of sights along the way. Rides are between 6 and 20 miles long, at a moderate pace of between 7 and 10 miles an hour.

A scenic circular 11 mile route mainly on roads in and around Heaton Park. Heaton Park is situated just four miles north of Manchester city centre and is the city's largest green space, with acre upon acre of parkland and woodlands, as well as miles of traffic-free parkland paths and trails, ideal for safe, relaxing riding. The route ventures out of the park's perimeter to take in some quiet suburban roads. There are numerous things to see and do in the park, and a number of cafe stops, for that all important cup of tea and well-earned slice of cake.

Additional Information

Helmets must be worn by all under 18's regardless of ride level.
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. 

Children under the age of 5 must be in a BSA approved child seat, trailer or tag-a-long.



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Car Parking
Yes, at Heaton Park St Margaret's Road entrance
Nearest Train Station
Manchester Victoria, 4 miles 

Meet the Ride Leaders

  • Lucy Sutcliffe Hiya,
    I'm a Sky Ride Leader & a Breeze Champion.
    I've ridden a bike to & from work most of my life but I really enjoy getting out into the countryside to ride for fun. I don't even mind the rain! I'm looking forward to some nice chilled out sociable Sky Rides, even if it rains :o)
  • Ian Parkinson Ian Parkinson
  • Ray Brobbin
  • Ian Gent Hi, I'm Ian, I've been a keen cyclist and mountain bike rider for many years. This is my 3rd year as Sky Ride Leader. I've got a good knowledge of the local ride routes. I'm equally happy doing road or trail rides that can be 5 or 50 miles, so can help you to enjoy your Sky ride whatever your level of cycling. Sky riding is about having fun on your bike in a safe environment - so book on to a ride and have a very enjoyable day out

Rider Comments on the Route

  1. Anthony Cathcart Monday 22nd August
    Great relaxed ride.good fun and company. I will be booking other rides.
  2. marcus wrigley Wednesday 6th July
    good ride
  3. Alison Ogden Sunday 26th June
    What a great ride, this was my best challenge yet. I would be first.to do it again. Thanks
  4. Lynn Moran Tuesday 31st May

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