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Avenham>Roots via Canal & Back via Edith.

Saturday 9th May 2026 10:00am

Starting from - Avenham Park Cafe:Toilets available.Car Parking West and East of park.. PR1 8JT

This Ribble Valley Juniors Cycling Club ride is open for anyone to join

  • 17.4 miles
  • Mountain Bike, Hybrid (off road tyres), Hybrid (road tyres), eBike
  • 3 hr
  • Steady
  • Preston
  • Children aged 8-15*, Children aged 11-15*, Adults 16+ only, Children aged 5-15*

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7 Places booked

Led by experienced ride leaders, these rides are a great way to explore new places and to meet new people who enjoy cycling. They are suitable for all levels of experience, so whether you are a beginner or a seasoned cyclist, you can find a ride that is right for you.

About the route

Starting point




Lancashire
PR1 8JT

A mix of Guild Wheel, Ashton Park and connecting road to UCLAN. Then Lancaster Canal towpath to Roots . Short spell on minor road to Edith Rigby Cycleway onto the Guild Wheel back to Avenham.

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Explore the beautiful views West of Preston along the Lancaster Canal to Roots cafe. Return along the elevated Edith Rigby Cycleway (named after the daring female Preston cyclist and suffragette).

As far as possible traffic free Cycleway connected by minor roads where necessary.

As requested on route for a breather, a drink or a photo? Planned stop at Roots cafe.

Helmets for all on this Ribble Valley Juniors led ride please. Drinks. Snacks? Clothing to suit the Lancashire weather. Pocketable Bike Tools and an innertube to suit your wheel size ideally.

We never leave anyone behind

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  • Ride Leader

    Ride Leader

Geoff Ind

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