May 5th: Rivington via Red Rocks.
A hilly 62 mile ride incorporating Ashurst, Appley Bridge, Red Rock, and the optional ascent of Belmont. Meet club house at 8:30, Ainsdale 8:45. Coffee at the Piano Bar.
May 12th: Brindle and Brinscall.
56 mile ride. Flat to start with, two small climbs, then flat to the finish. Meet clubhouse at 8:30, Plough 8:45. Coffee at The Shed.
May 19th: Shaley Brow.
Back by popular request. A quick 50 mile ride…flat to Rainford, then the lung bursting climb of Shaley followed by a trip over Ashurst. Meet club house at 8:30, Ainsdale 8:45. Coffee at Cedar Farm.
May: 26th. Tockholes.
A lovely 65 mile ride with almost 3000 ft of climbing through some fine moorland countryside. The uphills are long, but not steep (apart from a couple of short sections). Meet clubhouse at 8:30, Plough 8:45. Coffee at Tockholes or Rivington (group decision).
