There is always something going on at CBC. Here is a snippet of what we've been up to recently:
June 2024
Buttertubs Park & Ride Paul & Bernadette organised a ride from Kirkby Stephen which involved tackling the challenging, iconic Buttertubs Pass. Members braved wet weather to reach the Tan Hill Inn for a well deserved refuelling stop before returning to their cars for the journey back to Clitheroe. |
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June 2024
Ribble Valley Ride CBC members braved a wet and windy day to take part in the Ribble Valley Ride which offered distances to suit all riders with well-stocked refreshment stops. Despite the inclement weather, a good time was had by all while raising much needed funds for the Rosemere Cancer Foundation. |
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June 2024
Barnard Castle Park & Ride Norman organised a park & ride from Leyburn to Barnard Castle. CBC members braved a chilly wind buffeting them from the North for the first part of the ride. Fishcakes & chips from a cafe in Barnard Castle fortified the riders for the challenge of the main climb - the Stang. After another stop for coffee and cakes in Reeth, the sun came out for the return trip to Leyburn. |
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April 2024
CBC on tour - Llanidloes mid Wales bunkhouse CBC members joined Charles on his trip to Wales. Fifteen people assembled at the bunkhouse, which had fabulous facilities, and was in a superb location. It is a great area to cycle in, lots of steep, 18%, short climbs on narrow single track lanes. Sweeping vistas on the summits, fast greasy descents, alongside fast flowing streams. Kamikaze sheep and chasing sheepdogs added to the fun. Everyone agreed that the going was tough and mileage expectations had to be reduced. A great time was had by all. |
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November 2023
Club night - Paul & Bernadette's tours of Europe Paul & Bernadette gave a talk on their cycling tours of Europe. The presentation included tops tips about transport to the continent, and essential kit and accessories. |
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September 2023
Lytham Kite Festival The sun shone for the annual trip to the Lytham Kite Festival. CBC members grouped according to their desired speed and climb, then had lunch from the cafe in the park. After watching the kites, members split into their groups for the journey home. |
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July 2023
Park & Ride, Settle to Carlisle A park & ride with a difference - CBC members met at Settle and took the train to Carlisle before cycling back to Settle. Not for the faint-hearted, this ride of 85 miles with 6000ft of climb was punctuated by lunch at the Black Bull at Sedbergh and a little sightseeing on the way. A welcome tail wind brought them safely home. |
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