City Spin to Multi-Attractions

{Refer to the route map for a visual presentation, with possibly on-site adjustments}

Start at 11:00 am from the east end of The Meadows - outside the Public Toilet and Cafe Refresh (Google Map location: https://maps.app.goo.gl/AQUgGD5dp3zh4CQXA )
--> First 15-20 minutes enjoy riding north together in some hustle-and-bustle parts in town, including The Mound, Hanover Street, and Inverleith Row
--> Starbank Park at Newhaven - brief drinks stop to enjoy the view from there if the weather is good
--> Newhaven Harbour & Lighthouse Park (Leith West Breakwater Lighthouse)
--> Victoria Quay
--> Weekend Leith Market at Dock Place - brief stop to take a look at the stalls there
--> Portobello Beach - Coffee & snacks stop (bring your own snacks or buy from cafes) at about half of the ride
--> Newhailes House & Gardens
--> Ride past Newcraighall Village, Gilberstoun, Brunstane, and The Jewel
--> Jock Tamson's Gairden/ Dr Neil's Garden to enjoy the view of Duddingston Loch and the garden sight - brief stop
--> Westbound on Duddingston Low Road at Holyrood
--> Back to The Meadows, hopefully within 4.5 hours in total (actual cycling time about 2.5 hours)

Be prepared with going a bit steep downhill in two to three legs. Ride with care.

A ride within City of Edinburgh to multiple attractions, including Starbank Park, Newhaven Harbour & Leith West Breakwater Lighthouse, weekly weekend Leith Market, Portobello Beach, Newhailes House & Gardens, and Dr Neil's Garden & Duddingston Loch

ROAD TYPES you'll be riding on: Mostly cycle lanes (on busier roads), cycle/ dual paths and quiet roads. SURFACES: Mostly tarmac (mind some potholes, though) or well-paved, with small parts being a little rough, bumpy and possibly muddy.

STOPS: 1/ Coffee stop at Portobello Beach (picnic or cafe); 2/ Toilets available: Public toilets at the start/end point at the Meadows, and Newhailes House & Gardens

BRING WITH YOU: Helmet highly advised, at least one spare inner tube suitable for your bike tyres and relevant tools for mechanics, appropriate clothing for the weather, snacks and drinking water, cash/ card if you fancy buying food at cafes. A roadworthy bike with GOOD BRAKES is certainly a must.

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