Water, Woodlands and Meadows Easy Ride

Wednesday 6th August at 6.00pm 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
45 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
Entrance to Colwick Racecourse Park & Ride Site Daleside Rd, NG2 4BE
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  (45 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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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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This lovely easy route takes you for a nice leisurely loop around Colwick Country Park. The park was originally formed from a gravel pit and now offers a quiet area for water sport activities, fishing , jogging as well as cycling.


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 BSI 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 location. Charges apply.
Nearest Train Station
Netherfield Train station approximately 2 miles away 
Toilet Facilities Available?
Yes, at 1.57miles from start and indicated on map too  

Meet the Ride Leaders

  • Ian Talbot Ian Talbot Hi everyone, my name is Ian Talbot (but most people know me as Tabby) and I am 49years old. I have cycled all my life and just love the freedom it gives me. The picture shows me on the col de croix de fer celebrating Wiggos amazing tour victory. This is my second year as a Skyride leader and having had a fantastic 2012, I am really looking forward to meeting lots of new people and sharing some new adventures with you all.
  • Joanna Ward Joanna Ward Hi there - my name's Jo. I love riding my bike and I am really excited about leading some of your Sky Rides. I got back into Cycling after a10 year gap and I now cycle everywhere that I can. I am lucky that my job - I work for Sustrans; means that I get paid to get more people cycling. To be honest its wonderful as it means I spend most of my days cycling around in the Sunshine and Rain ! and I love being out of doors. Hoping that you'll join one of my rides soon.
  • Alison Foord I have been cycling for a number of years, for commuting and for fun.

    I enjoy cycling off road, mainly tracks, with my family. I have 3 boys and we are often out on our bikes.

Rider Comments on the Route

  1. marcia thomas Saturday 12th July
  2. Cath Rodkoff Thursday 10th July
    Really enjoyed this ride. Great to get out with some other cyclists, have a good chat. Ride leaders were excellent as ever! It's a nice easy ride on the flat, and lovely scenery to enjoy.
  3. Joanne Castle Sunday 8th September
    James Willcox the ride leader and Louise were brilliant