2011 Page – have a look at what happened last year as we’ll be doing it again in 2012

In 2011 we had a fantastic rides programme  arranged by all sorts of people and organisations. See the Events List for full list – selected ride details below.

We’ll be aiming for even more rides in 2012 and adding even more variety and interest.

BIKE TRAIN TO WORK – every weekday morning

Every weekday morning during the Festival there are Bike Trains to Work – the aim is to encourage people who are a bit nervous about cycling on busy roads to give it a try, riding in a group with experienced cyclists, where they can learn about best ways to cycle in traffic, exchange ideas about cycling to work and work-place facilities and general information about cycling in Bristol. The trains aim to be a fun and social experience – we have flags and ring our bells and wave to people and they all smile! Experienced cyclists can also gain from the chat along the way and the more pleasurable and relaxed style of cycling in a group and feeling less intimidated by the traffic.

Routes are Gloucester Rd; Whiteladies Rd; Wells Rd; Fishponds Rd/ Frome Greenway and get to the Centre (fountains) by 8:30 where if oyu have time you can join us for coffee and a chat.

Fine out more at https://sites.google.com/site/bristolbiketrain/

DISCOVER BRISTOL RIDES – every weekday evening

Discover Bristol rides are running every weekday evening during the Festival, leaving Millenium Square (by the Cary Grant statue) at 6 (so roll up at 5:45 – no pre-booking necessary) and getting back about 8pm. Upcoming Discover Bristol rides:

Tuesday – Banksy Ride
Wednesday – History Ride
Thursday – Emerson Green Secret Passage
Friday – Chocolate Ride

All abilities welcome on these short, easy-paced rides. Bring lights and high viz – it’s getting darker (some of the rides are hilly)!

More info at www.bristolcyclingcampaign.org.uk

BAT SAFARI RIDE – THURSDAY 22nd

Join bat enthusiast Miriam Woolnough for a nocturnal cycling adventure in search of our native British bats. Start on the Bristol to Bath Railway Path from either Bristol or Bitton at 6.30pm and join us for an easy cycle to Mangotsfield for a 7pm start. Or meet us at Mangotsfield Station at 7pm (ST665743). Bring your bike, sensible shoes and warm clothing. Lights essential. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

6:30 to 8:30pm – meet at Bristol and Bath Railway Path – meet at St Philips Road (BS2 0JZ) or Bitton Railway Station (BS30 6HD)

For more information contact paula.spiers@bristol.gov.uk

FESTIVAL RIDE Saturday 24th  Millennium Park in Nailsea to Midsomer Norton and back

A challenging 45 mile group ride from Nailsea to Midsomer Norton and back to celebrate the opening of the Sustrans Five Arches Connect2 scheme with special guest Michael Eavis. Route maps for the ride and for a linked route to Bristol will be available on registration. Bring suitable clothing for the weather, water and food.

Start at Millennium Park in Nailsea at 9:am (or Bristol at 8:30am) to Midsomer Norton and return by 6pm.

To join the ride, please register in advance so we have an idea of numbers by emailing festivalride@sustrans.org.uk