There is always something going on at CBC.  Here is a snippet of what we've been up to recently:
Summer 2025
Off on our travels
When the summer comes around, there's nothing better than going on holiday with your best friend (and maybe another human or two). This summer, CBC members have been visiting places far and wide with their bikes, including France, Sweden, Coniston, Hawkshead and Edinburgh.
August 2025
Lytham Kite Festival
There was a smaller than usual turnout for our annual ride to the Lytham Kite Festival because the weather forecast was poor. Happily, Mother Nature was kinder than the forecast and riders enjoyed the spectacle of the kites before visiting Lytham Kitchen for refreshment.
July 2025
The Day of the Century
The annual Day of the Century ride fell on one of the hottest days of the year. Riders (including 7 first-time 100 milers) slapped on the sun cream and headed off in groups to meet up for the first stop in Carnforth before progressing to Morecambe for ice cream, then Eccleston for further refreshment. Other groups completed 100km rides in the opposite direction - venturing into Yorkshire for the day.
July 2025
Chippy Tea #2
By popular demand, a second chippy tea ride was organised, taking advantage of the long hours of summer daylight. As usual, the Fisherman at Settle welcomed us warmly and provided a top notch chippy tea. 
June 2025
​Blackpool Photo Shoot
Riders enjoyed beautiful weather while riding to Blackpool to take part in CBC's annual photoshoot.
June 2025
Ribble Valley Ride
CBC members took part in the Ribble Valley Ride raising much needed funds for the Rotary Club and Rosemere Cancer Foundation. This year, riders could choose between routes of 25, 50 or 70 miles. The weather wasn't at its best, but spirits remained high.
June 2025
Chippy Tea ride
Back by popular demand - the CBC chippy tea ride. 18 members met at the Platform Gallery and set off in small groups to Settle. Mother Nature decided we needed a short, sharp shower at Wigglesworth, but the rest of the journey was fairly dry. We took over half of the restaurant at The Fisherman and enjoyed excellent chippy teas, before heading back to Clitheroe. Huge thanks to Gillian for organising the event.
June 2025
Annual General Meeting
CBC members met for the AGM. The committee for 2025/26 was elected and members had the opportunity to ask questions and to make suggestions about the running of the club. The evening was rounded off with a meal and time to socialise.
May 2023
Duck pin bowling
A CBC social evening took place at the duck pin bowling alley at Holmes Mill in Clitheroe. We had the lanes to ourselves and enjoyed an hour of bowling followed by socialising in Bowland Beer Hall. Thanks to Bernadette and Gillian for organising the event.
May 2025
Park & Ride - Austwick to Arnside
CBC ventured into new territory by taking part in a park and ride planned by Paul and Bernadette. Members parked at Austwick and enjoyed perfect weather for the round trip to Arnside, covering 58 miles and 4000ft of climb.
April 2025
Club night - talk
CBC member Brian, presented a talk about his career in the off-shore oil industry. Brian expertly answered everyone's questions and members were so engrossed that the Q&A session could have carried on all evening! Everyone agreed that this was an amazing insight into a subject that very few people have experience of - thank you Brian!
March 2025
Club night - talk
CBC chair Robert gave a talk about his 2024 bike tour of Poland. The journey was documented from travelling to the ferry, through the Netherlands, Germany and northern Poland (and back, of course!). Members enjoyed listening to Robert's exploits and the photographs brought the stories to life - thank you Robert!
February 2025
2024 Awards Evening
CBC members gathered at the Rugby Club function room to celebrate the achievements of 2024. Trophies and prizes were awarded and members watched a slideshow of photos from 2024 whilst listening to music provided by Craig. Members, then enjoyed a supper and social evening.
January 2025
CBC Annual photograph competition 2024
Each year, club members vote to decide which was the best photo posted on the club Facebook page. This year, the award was won by Andy Gudgeon - congratulations Andy!
January 2025
Snowy weather cancels club rides
After a spell of cold weather, Mother Nature decided to send us snow. Members donned their walking boots again and enjoyed walks from Barley and Sabden to make the most of the great outdoors. Of course, we had to have a cafe stop - we may be walkers this week, but we're cyclists at heart.
January 2025
Icy weather
January started off very cold and icy this year - not really safe for cycling, so Robert suggested a walk in lieu of our usual Saturday ride.
December 2024
Social Evening
Members met in the New Inn for a pre-Christmas social evening. It was very odd to see everyone without their helmets. I think we brush up rather well!
December 2024
Santa Ride
The weather allowed our annual Santa Ride to go ahead as planned this year. We had a leisurely, fancy dress ride around the Clitheroe area with festive music provided by our very own CBC DJ - Craig, after which we had lunch at Grindleton Pavilion.
November 2024
Quiz night
Our annual quiz night was held at the Rugby Club in Clitheroe with club chairman, Robert taking on the role of quiz master. Members enjoyed testing their brains on Robert's questions, and the supper that was provided. Members of North West Air Ambulance were invited to take part, before they received a donation from the club.
November 2024
Bike-packing trip
CBC members enjoyed a three day trip to North Yorkshire, staying in YHA Grinton Lodge. Beautiful countryside as always in the Dales 
October 2024
Cumbrian Cracker
CBC members took part in Epic Events' Cumbrian Cracker - a tough Lakeland 60 or 100 mile sportive which starts in Grasmere. Well done!
​(photo credit for some of these pics: Epic Events)
October 2024
Turbo sessions begin
It's that time of year again - time to dust off the turbo trainer and keep up the miles, to avoid the cold and dark nights. Andrew G very kindly organises these Zwift sessions and all club members are invited to take part.
September 2024
Best cafe award
Each year, CBC asks for nominations for a 'best cafe' award. A club-wide vote was held, and Shed24 at Hellifield was awarded the accolade. Members went to the cafe to present the certificate and couldn't resist ordering the legendary "Fireman's Breakfast" to celebrate.