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Chorley to Longton

Thursday 7th July 2022 6:00pm

Starting from - Meet at Astley Park Gates, Chorley PR7 1JU at 6 p.m. on Thursday 7th July.
Car Parking is conveniently located on Queens Road car park, PR7 1JU. This is next to the park gates. Turn right immediately after the park gates when entering Chorley from the Preston direction or M61 junction 8. Parking should be free after 5 p.m. and all day on Sunday.
A slightly longer route than previous evening rides, but to compensate is very flat.
This ride can also be joined on the Bus Stop Bikers Website: https://busstopbikers.co.uk/event/chorley-to-longton/, PR7 1JU

This The Bus Stop Bikers Cycling Group ride is open for anyone to join

  • 26.6 miles
  • Hybrid (road tyres), Road
  • 2 hr 30 mins
  • Challenging
  • Chorley
  • Adults 16+ only
Check the weather! Make sure you've brought the right clothing, equipment and provisions so you have an enjoyable experience. Thanks!

Organized by groups in the community, these rides are a great way to meet new people, explore your local area and to have fun riding your bike. You can find rides that are suitable for your level of experience and interests whilst enjoying being part of a social cycling community.

About the route

Starting point




Lancashire
PR7 1EA

The route is anti-clockwise through Astley Village, along Euxton Lane to Euxton, Runshaw and Runshaw Hall Lane passing through Worden Park into Leyland. From Leyland the route accesses country roads to Midge Hall, Longton, Walmer Bridge and Much Hoole to Croston. Return is via NCN 91 to rejoin Runshaw lane before turning off down Pear Tree Lane back to Astley Park. An overall flat route.
Total distance is 27 miles. A shorter 25 mile route is available.

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A largely quiet and flat ride out into the countryside around Longton

Mainly quiet roads and lanes with some urban back roads

Stops as required

Helmets are always advisable but NOT compulsory. Please bring the usual emergency tools and puncture repair equipment. Emergency or daytime running lights are a good idea for evening rides, though we should be back well before dusk. * We recommend all participants carry emergency contact details about their person.*

We never leave anyone behind

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