GoCycle Update No 11
Go Cycle is supported by Leighton-Linslade Town Council and Central Bedfordshire Council
GO CYCLE UPDATE ISSUE No.11 August 2009
I have listed the content below for your ease and reference. Summer Holiday Activities – last few spaces!
1) CentiPedal 100 mile Bike Ride round Leighton – Sun 6th Sept
2) Cycle Sundays
3) Wheelie Wednesday – 9th September 2009
4) Sponsored Bike and Hike 2009
5) Calling all rail commuters!
6) Summary of GoCycle events planned for Leighton-Linslade
More details on news and events at our website www.gocycleleightonlinslade.org.
Happy Cycling!
Alvina Farrow, GoCycle Promotions Officer email alvina.farrow@leightonlinslade-tc.gov.uk
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Events and activities for you:
1. “CentiPedal” 100 mile Bike Ride - Sunday 6th September 2009
We now have an agreed route and a rush of people willing to take up the challenge of cycling up to 100 miles in one day! The ride will use Sustrans National Cycle Routes 6 and 51, plus some quiet roads. It circles Leighton Buzzard, offering riders the option of diverting off home at selected points. Everyone who completes 50 miles will get a bronze medal, silver for 75 miles and gold for the full 100!
To register your interest email gocycle@leightonlinslade-tc.gov.uk and we will forward you details on how to register.
2. Cycle Sundays
There will be 2 rides taking place on Sunday 6 September 2009 take your pick - shorter ride to meet at Tiddenfoot Leisure Centre at 10.00 am and take a leisurely ride to Grove Farm, Ivinghoe, “pick your own” where you will have the opportunity to “pick your own” fruit and vegetables. You can sign up for an email telling you availability and prices http://www.grovefarmpyo.co.uk/homepage
or you can choose to go further …..
Departing Tiddenfoot Leisure Centre car park at 9.30 am heading out of Leighton Buzzard towards - Stanbridge - Greenway - new cycle path to bottom of Dunstable Downs - Dunstable Downs - Whipsnade - Dagnall - Ashridge (Ringshall) - Ivinghoe Beacon - Ivinghoe Aston - Slapton - Little Billington – Leighton Buzzard. This is about 22 - 25 miles and features some hills. Lunch at the Village Swan in Ivinghoe Aston (time dependant) with a coffee break on Dunstable Downs.
If you are interested in joining us on either of the above rides, and want more information, email: gocycle@leightonlinslade-tc.gov.uk or tel: 01525 635111.
3. Wheelie Wednesday – 9th September 2009
A reminder, our next Wheelie Wednesday will take place on 9th September. Meet at the Market Cross Leighton Buzzard at 12.30 for a guided ride lasting approx one hour.
4. Sponsored Bike and Hike – 12th September 2009
Bike and Hike is an opportunity to enjoy a pleasant day cycling or walking to churches and chapels in the Leighton-Linslade area and at the same time boost the funds of local churches and those of the Historic Churches Trust.
There are over 600 Churches and Chapels you could visit! The date is Saturday 12 September 2009.
To find out more visit http://www.allsaintslb.org.uk/magazine/bike_n_hike.htm
5. Calling all Rail Commuters!
If you get dropped off by car regularly at Leighton Buzzard Railway Station, or know somebody who is, GoCycle would like to hear from you. We currently have an amazing offer just for you! To learn more contact alvina.farrow@leightonlinslade-tc.gov.uk
6. Summary of GoCycle Events Planned for 2009
Check out our website www.gocycleleightonlinslade.org for cycle training. Whether you are a complete beginner or wanting to go onto the next stage we have something for everyone.
August
31st The Big Greenie
September
6th Century Bike Ride - For those of you who can go the distance, why not join the Cycle Town Team on 6th September for a 100 mile bike ride.
6th Cycle Sundays – see above for details. (organised by Leighton BuzzCycles)
9th Wheelie Wednesday meeting at the Market Cross, Leighton Buzzard at 12.30 – 1.30 for a leisurely lunch time ride, take a break from the norm and GoCycle!
12th Sponsored Bike and Hike (organised by All Saints Church – see details above)
October
14th Wheelie Wednesday meeting at the Market Cross, Leighton Buzzard at 12.30 – 1.30 for a leisurely lunch time ride, take a break from the norm and GoCycle!
Fill your diaries with all the GoCycle action! For information and to subscribe to our newsletter go to www.gocycleleightonlinslade.org
