Fawlty tour

Sunday 10th 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
60 Mins 5 Miles 8+ (children 8-15 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
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
Meet outside Living Coasts Beacon Quay TQ1 2BG
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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Sky Ride Local in Torbay

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.
This short but hilly route will take us past some of Torquay's well known tourist attractions whilst also taking in the stunning sea views.  Starting out at the Living Coasts centre in Torquay Harbour we will head inland slightly as we climb up towards the Gleneagles hotel which famously inspired John Cleese to write the Fawlty Towers Sitcom.  From here we will head back towards the coast to take in the wonderful views before a brief stop at Meadfoot Beach and then back to the Living Coasts centre.
Although this route is only 5 miles in length please dont be decieved into thinking that it will not push you.  There are 3 climbs on this ride that will test you, but also reward you with some of the best views in the area.  Make sure your gears work and you've packed your climbing legs.

Additional Information

Helmets must be worn by all under 18's regardless of ride level.
Please 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 Beacon Hill Car Park, just of Beacon hill (TQ1 2BG). Heading North along Torquay sea front, head along the Strand (past Hoopers, Debenhams) and turn right at clock tower roundabout. The car park is 200m on right by entrance to Living Coasts (well signed).
Nearest Train Station
Torquay Train Station, 2 miles 
Toilet Facilities Available?
Yes, at In Living Coasts cafe  

Meet the Ride Leaders

    To be confirmed

Rider Comments on the Route

  1. Jamie Horton Sunday 3rd November
  2. James Bell Sunday 8th September
    Difficult to rate as it was our first one. Really enjoyed it, very easy steady pace. However it was hilly but they where all short & sharp. Will look for a more challenging ride next time. Ride leaders Paul,Rob & Simon ( Hope I've got their names correct) all very friendly and welcoming.
  3. Kevin Shenton Sunday 21st July
    Great First Ride with Skyride Torquay. Thankyou Gents it was good Fun and look forward to the next one Regards Kevin

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