Due to ongoing highway maintenance works, the route for the Pilgrims Hospices Cycle Challenge on Sunday 5th May has been amended. Online route maps and route signage on the day will reflect the updated route.
Affecting all ride distances
All routes will now turn left off Wincheap onto Hollow Lane. Then, follow Iffrin Lane, Chartham Downs Road and Watery Lane to Petham village, before taking Waltham Road to Waltham village, where you rejoin the previously planned route.
Affecting 100 and 125 mile routes
After passing through the village of Guston and joining Dover Road, the route now turns right onto Old Charlton Road, then Connaught Road, before rejoining the previously planned route at Dover Castle.
Those using GPX files on their cycle computers are advised to re-download the file from the updated online maps.
Thank you for your understanding. More information can be found at www.pilgrimscyclechallenge.org
Date: Saturday 20 April 2019
A rolling 20 mile loop toward Smarden, High Halden and back via Shadoxhurst. No refreshment stop.
Start time: 09:00 (arrive 15 minutes before)
Location: Swan & Dog, TN23 3AN
Ride Leader: Jay Funnell - .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
https://bit.ly/2RhsicE
Our series of training rides are designed to build confidence and get you cycling fit ahead of the Pilgrims Hospices Cycle Challenge on the 5th May.
We cater for all abilities on these rides. We want you to feel good about your cycling and have the best possible experience on the day. The rides are free and perfect for those who have already signed up, as well as those wanting to gain some cycling confidence before registering for the main ride. Guests are welcome to attend the training rides too, although in this instance we do ask that you consider making a donation to Pilgrims Hospices in appreciation for our ride volunteers’ time.
Date: Saturday 13 April 2019
A rolling 20 mile loop toward Smarden, High Halden and back via Shadoxhurst. No refreshment stop.
Start time: 09:00 (arrive 15 minutes before)
Location: Swan & Dog, TN23 3AN
Ride Leader: Jay Funnell - .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
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Date: Sunday 14 April 2019
An scenic 35 mile loop out to Rye and back. Refreshment stop in Rye at mile 17.
Start time: 09:30 (arrive 15 minutes before)
Location: Singleton Centre, TN23 3AN
Ride leader: Sean Calnan - .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
https://bit.ly/2RhsicE
Our series of training rides are designed to build confidence and get you cycling fit ahead of the Pilgrims Hospices Cycle Challenge on the 5th May.
We cater for all abilities on these rides. We want you to feel good about your cycling and have the best possible experience on the day. The rides are free and perfect for those who have already signed up, as well as those wanting to gain some cycling confidence before registering for the main ride. Guests are welcome to attend the training rides too, although in this instance we do ask that you consider making a donation to Pilgrims Hospices in appreciation for our ride volunteers’ time.
Date: Saturday 6 April 2019
A rolling 20 mile loop toward Smarden, High Halden and back via Shadoxhurst. No refreshment stop.
Start time: 09:00 (arrive 15 minutes before)
Location: Swan & Dog, TN23 3AN
Ride Leader: Jay Funnell - .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
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Date: Sunday 7 April 2019
An undulating 35 mile loop from Herne Bay to Canterbury and Bridge before returning via lush countryside views. Refreshment stop - Independent Pedaler, Bridge at mile 19.
Start time: 09:30 (arrive 15 minutes before)
Location: Herne Bay Pier, CT6 5JN
Ride leader: Dave Jennings - .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
Our series of training rides are designed to build confidence and get you cycling fit ahead of the Pilgrims Hospices Cycle Challenge on the 5th May.
We cater for all abilities on these rides. We want you to feel good about your cycling and have the best possible experience on the day. The rides are free and perfect for those who have already signed up, as well as those wanting to gain some cycling confidence before registering for the main ride. Guests are welcome to attend the training rides too, although in this instance we do ask that you consider making a donation to Pilgrims Hospices in appreciation for our ride volunteers’ time.
A flat 24 mile loop from near Lympne across the marsh to New Romney and Dymchurch. Refreshment stop at Coach House Coffee Shop, New Romney at mile 12.
Date: Sunday 31 March 2019
Start time: 09:30 (arrive 15 minutes before)
Location: Unit No 1 Brewery, CT21 4NS
Ride Leader: Paul Marsh - .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
Our series of training rides are designed to build confidence and get you cycling fit ahead of the Pilgrims Hospices Cycle Challenge on the 5th May.
We cater for all abilities on these rides. We want you to feel good about your cycling and have the best possible experience on the day. The rides are free and perfect for those who have already signed up, as well as those wanting to gain some cycling confidence before registering for the main ride. Guests are welcome to attend the training rides too, although in this instance we do ask that you consider making a donation to Pilgrims Hospices in appreciation for our ride volunteers’ time.
A 22 mile loop between Singleton, Tenterden and Woodchurch, via Shadoxhurst. Refreshment stop at Honeybeez, Tenterden at mile 11.
Date: Sunday 24 March 2019
Start time: 10:00 (arrive 15 minutes before)
Location: Singleton Centre, TN23 5GR
Ride Leader: Sean Calnan - .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
Our series of training rides are designed to build confidence and get you cycling fit ahead of the Pilgrims Hospices Cycle Challenge on the 5th May.
We cater for all abilities on these rides. We want you to feel good about your cycling and have the best possible experience on the day. The rides are free and perfect for those who have already signed up, as well as those wanting to gain some cycling confidence before registering for the main ride. Guests are welcome to attend the training rides too, although in this instance we do ask that you consider making a donation to Pilgrims Hospices in appreciation for our ride volunteers’ time.
A flat 32.5 mile loop between Minster and Deal, taking in sections of the Pilgrims Cycle Challenge route around Sandwich and Preston. Refreshment stop at Deal Seafront at mile 13.
Start time: 10:15 (arrive 15 minutes before)
Location: Minster Station CT12 4HX
Free on street parking is available
Our series of training rides are designed to build confidence and get you cycling fit ahead of the Pilgrims Hospices Cycle Challenge on the 5th May.
We cater for all abilities on these rides. We want you to feel good about your cycling and have the best possible experience on the day. The rides are free and perfect for those who have already signed up, as well as those wanting to gain some cycling confidence before registering for the main ride. Guests are welcome to attend the training rides too, although in this instance we do ask that you consider making a donation to Pilgrims Hospices in appreciation for our ride volunteers’ time.
Show your support out on the road with the official Pilgrims Hospices cycle Jersey and neck scarf - available for preorder now!
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