The River Ribble Ride

Sunday 31st August 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
60 Mins 5 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
Frenchwood Recreation Ground car park Esplanade PR1 4PJ
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 30 mins  (1 hours 0 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
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Preston

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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 Preston

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.
This Easygoing four mile ramble explores the woodsy surroundings of the River Ribble, south of Preston. Starting and finishing at Frenchwood Recreation Ground, it's a circular route on traffic-free shale paths, making it a family-friendly ride. No ride is complete without a cake stop, and it just so happens that there's an excellent tea shop en route. If you and the family have ever wanted to explore the Ribble by bike, then here's your chance!

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 Frenchwood Recreation Ground Car Park
Nearest Train Station
Preston City Station, 1.5 miles 
Toilet Facilities Available?
Yes, at Avenham Park café  

Meet the Ride Leaders

    To be confirmed

Rider Comments on the Route

  1. Avril Swan Sunday 18th August
    The ride leaders were very helpful and encouraging. This was my first skyride, so I wasn't sure what to expect. It was occasionally challenging for my limited ability, but I enjoyed it and will be back for more.
  2. Joanne Fedee Sunday 18th August
    As promised, this was an easygoing cycle ride. There were a few gentle slopes but the ride leaders were aware of the various cycling skills and we had the option to get off our bicycles and walk if we wanted to do so.
  3. Tina Kimberley Sunday 18th August
    The ride was great and we had a great day to do it. The riding was a little slow. But the supervision was perfect.

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