Get INTO Cycling...Castle View Cruise

Sunday 27th 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
60 Mins 4 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 at the end of Martins Drive Martins Drive ST16 1BG
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 45 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 
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Guided Rides Great routes and support from trained leaders
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Stafford

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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 Stafford

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.
A rural ride with magnificent views of Staffordshire. The ride starts in the outskirts of the county town of Stafford with its many attractions and places of interest to visit. With views of Stafford Castle the route quickly leaves the traffic behind heading out along the Greenway cycle track (Disused Railway) passing  the  village of Derrington where there is an opportunity for refreshment and a childrens play area.  The return is slightly down hill to Stafford.
Please note that ST16 1BG is the post code for Stafford Rugby Club.  From here take the Kingsway North then 2nd exit off the next island onto Martin Drive. 2nd exit off next island continuing on Martin Drive. Carpark is on the left at end of road.

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 small car park at the start of ride. It can be reached by taking the Newport Road A518 out of Stafford heading West. At the island take the 2nd exit onto Kings Way then straight on (2nd exit) at next island onto Martins Drive the car park is at the end of the road on the left.
Nearest Train Station
Stafford Train Station 0.75 Miles 
Toilet Facilities Available?
Yes, at Toilets are available at the Red Lion Public house, 1.5miles into ride.  

Meet the Ride Leaders

  • David Tipper David Tipper Hi I am Dave Tipper and I have been mountain biking for 20 years. More recently I have returned to road cycling on a weekly basis in addition to my MTB. I am looking forward to leading you on cycle rides and using the skills I learned on a number of cycle leadership courses to good effect.
  • Laura Ganderton Laura Ganderton
  • Tracey Harvey Tracey Harvey Hi I'm Tracy, I've only been cycling since September 2013 and I love it, ive met lots of new friends been to some lovely places it's great for sight seeing enjoying yours friends old and new and great for your health & fitness. Cycling is now part of my life and I'm hoping to help others achieve what I have.

Rider Comments on the Route

  1. Paul Bullock Sunday 30th June

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