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Guided cycle rides to help Prestonians see Bowland beauty

Posted on - 9th August, 2017 - 2:33pm | Author - | Posted in - Cadley, Fulwood, Kid's stuff, Preston News, Recreation, Things to Do in and around Preston, What's On in Preston
Each ride is led by a cycling guide
Each ride is led by a cycling guide

Two guided bike rides are being offered to those keen to take up cycling.

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Across Preston and South Ribble the rides are aimed at giving confidence to those wanting to ride on the roads and explore the countryside surrounding the city.

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HSBC UK’s Guided Rides take in the Forest of Bowland from Preston and there’s a ride around Worden and Astley Park.

On Saturday (12 August) the Preston to Bowler explorer is a 32-mile ride.

While on Sunday (13 August) the Worden and Astley Park Tour is a more relaxed nine miles.

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Cabinet member for health and wellbeing at Lancashire County Council councillor Vivien Taylor said: “Cycling is a great way to keep fit and healthy. It’s becoming more and more popular in Lancashire and the HSBC UK Guided Rides are a safe and easy way for people to enjoy it.”

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The rides are put on in partnership with British Cycling, who want to get two million people on their bikes by 2020.

British Cycling’s head of reacreation Jill Puttnam said: “There are few better places to get out on your bike than Lancashire, but we know that here –as with everywhere else in the country – many people lack the self-belief to go out cycling on their own. HSBC UK Guided Rides give people the perfect chance to build their confidence and skills on the bike in a supportive environment.

“I’m sure that locals will really embrace it as a great way to get out and enjoy the county’s beautiful cycle routes. Whether you’re getting on a bike for the first time or an experienced cyclist there is something for everyone on an HSBC UK Guided Ride.”

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The Preston to Bowland ride is 9am to 1pm and starts at Fulwood Leisure Centre. It’s free but you must register a place.

The Worden and Astley Park ride is 10am to 12.30pm and starts at Worden Park car park, Worden Lane. It’s free but you must register a place.

All under-18s must wear a helmet for the rides and you should bring equipment to repair a puncture.

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