Staffordshire Lanes

Sunday 31st 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.

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Cycling time Ride distance Suitable for Distance from me Ride level
165 Mins 29 Miles 11+ (children 11-15 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
Challenging You don’t have to be the next Bradley Wiggins, but you’ll need to be fairly fit to take part in Challenging ride. As well as covering a good distance, there may well be a few hills along the way! If you fancy a fresh challenge, these rides are perfect for you.
Starting Point & Postcode
Town Gate Café, Sutton Park, Sutton Coldfield B73 6BU
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.
3 hours 45 mins  (2 hours 45 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 
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You don’t have to be the next Bradley Wiggins, but you’ll need to know your way around a bike and be fairly fit to take part in our Challenging rides. If you’re comfortable riding with other people and fancy a fresh challenge, these rides are perfect for you. They start at around twenty miles long, and are paced at between 11 and 12 miles an hour.

A circular ride out from Sutton Park to historic Tamworth Castle. Within just a couple of miles we'll be  in beautiful countryside taking in views of local scenery along the rolling lanes of Staffordshire. The 29 mile route is mainly on roads so all bikes are suitable. Perfect for a blast of fresh air and a challenging ride out in great company!

Additional Information

Helmets must be worn by all under 18's regardless of ride level.
Please make sure your bike is in good working order and 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. 

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Car Parking
Yes, at Sutton Park.
Nearest Train Station
Sutton Coldfield approximately 1 mile away. 
Toilet Facilities Available?
Yes, at Café.  

Meet the Ride Leaders

    To be confirmed

Rider Comments on the Route

  1. Paitra Sparkes Sunday 29th June
  2. George McLaughlin Sunday 25th May
    Super route, superbly organised from a safety point of view by the three main Ride Leaders
  3. Carl James Sunday 25th May
    Great group great ride. Totally recommended. Thanks everyone for the warm welcome and see you on the next one.
  4. Mark Cieslik Sunday 25th May

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