Nottinghamshire Rural Rides starting in Newark and lead by Newark CTC members.
Sunday June 10 2001
The Metheringham Flyer
A 25 mile ride along country lanes led at a steady pace, this one is suitable for adults and older children on most types of cycle. Packed or pub lunch as required. The highlight of the ride will be a visit to the Metheringham Airfield Visitor Centre.
Meet at: Newark Market Place, Bridge Street
Time: 09:45
Grid Ref: SK 799538
Duration: 6 Hours (Long)
Length: Medium to Long
Leader: John Ward (Newark CTC)
Friday June 15 2001
Peripatetic Pub Pootle
Now that the evenings are light and balmy, why not leave the gardening and try something different? Riding bikes, Real Ale and relaxing chat are the order of the day - what could be simpler? The ride is all 'on road' and will be led at a gentle pace. All are welcome, but please consider the duration, distance and the rules for children in pubs.
Please bring lights
Meet: Newark Market Square, Bridge Street
Grid Ref: SK 799538
Time: at 6:30pm
Duration: 3.5 Hours
Length: Medium
Leader: James Reckless & Ray Clarke (Newark CTC)
Saturday June 30 2001
Saturday Night's Allright For Biking
It's Saturday night and we're on our bikes,
Wanna get in some miles from here,
At 7 o'clock we'll be ready to rock,
Have a ride, maybe drink some beer,
So put a little oil on that rusty chain,
And don't forget to bring your lights,
'Cos Saturday night's allright for biking,
Saturday night's allright. (With apologies to Elton John)
Meet: Newark Market Square, Bridge Street
Grid Ref: SK 799538
Time: 7:00pm
Duration: 4 -5 Hours
Length: Medium
Leader: Mike Graham and Peter Robinson (Newark CTC)
Sunday 15 July 2001
Trains, Bikes and Automobiles
This ride will visit the Nottingham Transport Heritage Centre at Ruddington. The trains will be 'in steam' and there will be a Classic Car rally as well as vintage cycles. Why not join this long but easy paced ride on mainly quiet roads. There may be an admission charge at the Heritage Centre.
Meet: Sconce Hills public car park, Boundary Road, Newark
Grid Ref: SK 793533
Time: 10:00am
Duration: 6 Hours
Length: Long
Leader: Mike Graham and John Ward (Newark CTC)
Monday 16 July 2001
Not The Muskham Run
A short ride along, roads and cycle paths, heading out to the South of Newark and suitable for family groups. A refreshment stop at a village pub is planned.
Please bring lights
Meet: Newark Market Square, Bridge Street
Grid Ref: SK 799538
Time: 6:30pm
Duration: 2.5 Hours
Length: Short
Leader: Mike Graham and James Reckless (Newark CTC)
Wednesday 18 July 2001
Beehive Buzz
A medium length, easy paced ride along country lanes, heading to the North West of Newark and pausing for refreshment at the Beehive Inn, Maplebeck.
Please bring lights
Meet: Newark Market Square, Bridge Street
Grid Ref: SK 799538
Time: 6:30pm
Duration: 3.5 Hours
Length: Medium
Leader: Ray Clarke and James Reckless (Newark CTC)
Friday 20 July 2001
The Country Hosteller
A medium length ride through the lanes around Newark. The ride is targeted at adults and at least one pub stop is planned.
Please bring lights
Meet: Newark Market Square, Bridge Street
Grid Ref: SK 799538
Time: 6:30pm
Duration: 4 Hours
Length: Medium
Leader: John Ward (Newark CTC)
Saturday 21 July 2001
Churches and A Pub
This ride wanders out through the low lying countryside and villages into Lincolnshire, to sample the sights, sounds and smells of Summer from the saddle. A pub stop is planned to quench your thirst.
Meet: Newark Market Square, Bridge Street
Grid Ref: SK 799538
Time: 1:30pm
Duration: 4 Hours
Length: Long
Leader: Peter Robinson and Mike Graham (Newark CTC)
Sunday 22 July 2001
Summer Sunday Saunter
Another jaunt from Newark, this one is an easy paced but long ride in fairly flat country. A pub lunch stop is planned. All are welcome, though the distance may be too long for some children.
Meet: Newark Market Square, Bridge Street
Grid Ref: SK 799538
Time: 10:00am
Duration: 6 Hours
Length: Long
Leader: Colin Silver and Mike Graham (Newark CTC)
Friday 3 August 2001
Pub Pootle 2 - I Tried It Last Year And I Liked It!
Once more the pootler's of Newark take to the lanes in pursuit of life's simple pleasures, viz. The Beauty Of Nature, Good Beer, stimulating conversation, the pleasant ache of well exercised muscles and the general feeling of overall wellbeing that is never achieved by watching tv.
Please bring lights
Meet: Newark Market Square, Bridge Street
Grid Ref: SK 799538
Time: 6:30pm
Duration: 3 Hours
Length: Medium
Leader: James Reckless and Ray Clarke (Newark CTC)
Saturday 11 August 2001
Saturday Saunter
A leisurely ride on lanes around the Newark area, stopping for a cuppa and a bun. A little more gentle pedalling will get you back to Newark in time for tea - well laid back and no mistake!
Meet: Sconce Hills public car park, Boundary Road, Newark
Grid Ref: SK 793533
Time: 1:15pm
Duration: 3.5 Hours
Length: Medium to Long
Leader: Ray Clarke and James Reckless (Newark CTC)
Sunday 2 September 2001
Sunday In The Vale
A long, leisurely mosey through lanes to discover the delights of the Vale of Belvoir. One for the fitter rider. There will be a pub stop for lunch or you may bring a packed lunch.
Meet: Newark Market Square, Bridge Street
Grid Ref: SK 799538
Time: 9:15am
Duration: 6 Hours
Length: Long (35 miles)
Leader: Ray Clarke and James Reckless (Newark CTC)
Sunday 9 September 2001
A Pub With No Beer
An early start for a seriously long ride to the Brandy Wharf Cider Centre in Lincolnshire. Roads will be mostly flat but the route has to climb 'Lincoln Cliff' at some point! Take time to enjoy your destination but remember that you need to cycle back in a safe and sober manner.
Please bring lights.
Meet: Newark Market Square, Bridge Street
Grid Ref: SK 799538
Time: 9:00am
Duration: 11 Hours
Length: Very Long (85 miles)
Leader: Mike Graham and Peter Robinson (Newark CTC)
Saturday October 6 2001
Autumn Afternoon Easy Ride
As the nights start to draw in, why not take the opportunity to enjoy the delights of Autumn on this long, gentle afternoon ride. Conker collectors may strike it lucky, as the route meanders through the lanes around Newark. A tea room stop is planned and we aim to arrive back in Newark before nightfall.
Meet: Sconce Hills public car park, Boundary Road, Newark
Grid Ref: SK 793533
Time: 1:15pm
Duration: 4 Hours
Length: Long
Leader: Ray Clarke and James Reckless (Newark CTC)
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