Under Rail Over Rail Geltsdale

Sunday 3rd August 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.

This table shows information about the ride
Cycling time Ride distance Suitable for Distance from me Ride level
75 Mins 11 Miles 8+ (children 8-15 with adult) 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.
Starting Point & Postcode
Talkin Tarn Country Park Car Park Brampton CA8 1HN
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.
2 hours 15 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.
Mountain Bike, Hybrid (off road tyres), Hybrid (road tyres), Road 
Sky Ride Local
Guided Rides Great routes and support from trained leaders
Book Now. It's Free

Carlisle

22 Free places remaining

8 Places already booked

22 Free places remaining

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.

Book Now. It's Free

Sky Ride Local in Carlisle

This picturesque ride over just over 10 miles incorporates everything from Talkin Tarn to rolling countryside, woods and quiet country lanes. We start off at Talkin Tarn and head left through the quaint village of Castle Carrock. Venturing out West we meander down the country roads around and through Cowran Woods, Tootop Woods and Peggy's Wood then under the Low Gelt Bridge Viaduct we can stop for refreshments if needed. From there we ascend upwards through Talkin and to the summit of our ride where stunning views of landscape, especially the magnificent Talkin Tarn, can be seen. The climb finishes as we ride through Farlam then head back around and descend down past the railway station and back into Talkin Tarn. The ride can cease there or continue around Talkin Tarn itself encompassing the beautiful serenity.

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.

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. 

Enlarge Map
Car Parking
Yes, at Talkin Tarn Country Park. Pay and display car park.
Nearest Train Station
Brampton Junction (1mile from start location). 
Changing Facilities Available?
Yes, at Talkin Tarn Country Park  
Toilet Facilities Available?
Yes, at Talkin Tarn Country Park  

Meet the Ride Leaders

  • Gary Cooper Gary Cooper
  • Steve Hampton Steve Hampton Hi, my name is Steve and I live and work in Carlisle. I have been cycling for over 30 years now and I enjoy encouraging new comers into the activity. I hope that everyone agrees that I am friendly, helpful and encouraging and I aim to do my best to ensure that you enjoy your Sky Ride experience and go on to make cycling a part of your life.

Similar events you might like

This table shows similar events you might like
Event Name Date/Time Ride Level
Biking Round Beautiful Bitts Park Sunday 13th July at 2.00pm Easygoing Read More
Armathwaite Loop Sunday 13th July at 10.00am Steady (8+) Read More
Carlisle Hethersgill Circular Saturday 19th July at 10.00am Challenging Read More