Durham Summer Evening Hill Challenge

Durham Evening Hill Challenge
Thurs 24h July 6.45pm 12 miles
Start Gala Theatre DH1 1WA

This one’s a challenge and will include some of the city’s most iconic peaks ie Beacon Hill, Wharton Park battlements, Windmill Hill at St Aidan’s and the Josephine Butler mound. It isn’t a ride for the faint hearted and will also include Sidegate, Framwellgate Peth, Back Western Hill, Redhills Lane, Cardiac Hill (science site) and a few other up and downs. About 1000’ of ascent in total.

So, a strenuous short ride and only recommended for confident riders.

Any type of bike will do the job as we will largely be on tarmac with just a short section of ‘dust’ path.

Please come suitably dressed for the weather conditions as we can never be quite sure what to expect.

For any queries please use the option to Message Ride Creator above. So we know who to expect on the day, if you can’t make it please cancel your place and for any last minute cancellations on the day please also add a note in the ride Conversation too so increasing its chance of being seen.

In order for the ride to leave promptly, please be punctual so we can carry out bike checks, etc. prior to us setting off. Make sure your bike is in working condition and bring a spare tube to fit your tyres. We should be out for about 2 and a half hours but as always it is difficult to be precise about timing. Might need to go for refreshments after!