Rising Sun Park Loop

Sunday 13th July at 2.00pm 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
30 Mins 3 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
Easygoing Not cycled for a while and looking for an easy way to get back in the saddle? Fancy a fun way to get your friends or kids riding?  Easygoing rides are great for all abilities and ages, taking place along relaxed, mostly traffic-free routes.
Starting Point & Postcode
Car Park of Rising Sun Country Park NE12 9SS
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 15 mins  (30 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) 
Sky Ride Local
Guided Rides Great routes and support from trained leaders
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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 Newcastle

Set in a man made park environment on this ride you'll see an abundance of flora and fauna. Along the route there are several ponds that are home to wild birds.  This short traffic free route is an ideal setting for your first Sky ride, so come and join the fun.

Not cycled for a while and looking for an easy way to get back in the saddle? Fancy a fun way to get your friends or kids riding? Our Easygoing rides are great for building confidence for all abilities and ages along relaxed, mostly traffic-free routes. They’re up to six miles long, with a gentle pace of around six miles an hour.

Additional Information

Helmets must be worn by all under 18's regardless of ride level.
All ages are welcome. Those under the age of 5 must be in a BSA approved child seat, trailer or tag-a-long.

Please make sure your bike is in good working order, 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 start point. No charges apply.
Nearest Train Station
Palmersville Metro Station approximately 0.5 miles away. 
Toilet Facilities Available?
Yes, at In the Café  

Meet the Ride Leaders

  • Karl Faetz Karl Faetz Hi everyone
    Let me introduce myself, my name is Karl Faetz and I live in the Earsdon area of Newcastle Upon Tyne. I am married with 3 children.
    I started cycling about 3 years ago and was hooked straight away. I really enjoy getting out in the fresh air and discovering new places. We have some beautiful scenic area's in the North East and I am sure you will soon discover just how different everything looks when you're on a bike.
    Cycling is a great way to keep fit and loose some weight but most of all it is a fun sport and very satisfying. As a Sky Ride Leader I am here to help you on your journey into cycling and hopefully the start of many more rides.
  • David Kitchen David Kitchen
  • Gavin Pearson

Rider Comments on the Route

  1. Gary Fletcher Sunday 18th August
    Great leisurely ride for all abilities and steady pace set by leaders. Very friendly atmosphere.
  2. Simon Davidson Sunday 18th August
    Really excellent introduction to sky rides and met lots of laid back like minded people. Perfect route and I will definitely be back for a lot more!!!
  3. Andrew Colledge Sunday 18th August
    Good family ride.

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