Big Waters - Weetslade - Burry Pond Spectacle

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
90 Mins 10 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.
Starting Point & Postcode
The Brunswick Park Centre, Westfield Avenue, Brunswick Village, NE13 7EG
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 0 mins  (1 hours 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

This relaxed steady ride uses traffic cycle routes and suburban roads to take you on a tour of local Wildlife just a stones throw from the edge of the city. Along the route we'll visit Big Waters Lake, Weetslade Country Park and see Burradon Tower. The ride offers a great opportunity to spot lots of birds, insects and other creatures. If you're lucky we'll get to see Big Waters most famous residents...the otters!

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 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. 

Children under the age of 5 do not need to register and must be in a BSA approved child seat, trailer or tag-a-long.



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Car Parking
Yes, at start point.
Nearest Train Station
Central Station Newcastle approximately 6 miles away. 
Toilet Facilities Available?
Yes, at The Brunswick Park Centre  

Meet the Ride Leaders

    To be confirmed

Rider Comments on the Route

  1. Simon Davidson Sunday 1st September
    Great joint ride, excellent leaders, good steady pace, relaxed friendly atmosphere and lovely off road route. A wee bit less wind next time though please guys!!!
  2. Gary Fletcher Sunday 1st September
    Nice steady route at an easy pace for all abilities
  3. Christine Amos-Adams Sunday 11th August
    Excellent route with great leaders,
  4. keith hutchinson Sunday 11th August

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