Alexandra Park Easyrider to Park Bridge

Join us for an easy-paced, mostly flat, traffic free ride of just under 5 miles out from Alexandra Park in the centre of Oldham, to Park Bridge Heritage Centre. We will start with a loop around the park before heading out towards Park Bridge along a traffic-free route. Alexandra Park was built by the people of Oldham during the cotton famine sparked by the American Civil War. For nearly 200 years Park Bridge Ironworks was a thriving family business, employing hundreds of people and exporting iron and steel around the world. A fascinating ride full of local history.  There is a café and toilets near the start point, and also at Park Bridge Heritage Centre. Newcomers to Breeze rides are very welcome. We’ll always ride at the pace of the slowest rider so no one is left behind.

The route is suitable for all types of bike, though sturdier tyres may be advisable on road bikes. Bike trailers cannot be taken along the path out of the park towards Park Bridge due to barriers, and there is a short, narrow downhill section unsuitable for bikes fitted with stabilizers. It's a good idea to bring some water and you may also want to bring a snack.  Dress appropriately for the weather: in cool weather it's good to wear lots of thin layers, so you can add/remove them as needed; a rain jacket is a good idea too!  Wearing a helmet is advisable; if you don’t have one please do not worry you can still take part.  If you enjoy the bike ride and would like to come again perhaps you could look to buy one then. Please note all children under the age of 16 MUST wear a helmet. Don’t forget…. Breeze are on a mission to spread the word about their rides, and need your help. If you introduce one friend who goes on to take part in a Breeze ride, you’ll receive a Breeze water bottle, introduce a second friend, you’ll be the proud owner of one of their swish Breeze Buffs, and introduce a third friend and Breeze will send you £15 of Love2Shop vouchers. Read the article on the homepage for more information. If you have any questions please email us at [email protected] or post us a message on Facebook Look forward to seeing you there!