Over and under the bridges to Sowerby Bridge and back

Sunday 13th 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
90 Mins 13 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
Daisy St Car Park HD6 1EP
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 15 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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Calderdale

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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 Calderdale

This route is as flat as you will find in this area! Join us for a pleasant ride along the canal to Sowerby Bridge where we will take a break before returning the same way. If you've never ridden this route before you will be amazed at the scenery and wildlife so close to the busy roads of the Calder Valley.

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 Daisy Lane Car Park, Owler Ings Car park. Please note Owler Ings car park has a car boot sale 2nd Sunday of each month 6am-1pm
Nearest Train Station
Brighouse, 0.5miles 
Toilet Facilities Available?
Yes, at Public toilets are located in Thornton Square – approx 400m away  

Meet the Ride Leaders

  • Tony Simmonds Tony Simmonds Hello. My name's Tony. I enjoy everything outdoors and believe Calderdale has got it all! So come and join us on a Sky Ride and discover for yourself the natural beauty and great cycling opportunities in our local area.
  • Mark Ragan Mark Ragan
  • Lynnette Evans Lynnette Evans Hello, I enjoy being outdoors so cycling is great for exercise and exploring the countryside. I enjoy mountain biking, I do the train + bike combo. to get to work (when the weather's not too bad) and cycle with friends.
    I am lucky to be working in cycling with my job in Kirklees Council.

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