Rainford to The Owd Barn at Bispham

A circular route from our starting point at Rainford we will head along the Rainford By Pass then on to Westhead, Lathom and Hoscar to our refreshment stop at the quaint Owd Barn at Bispham. Our return route is via Rufford, Tarlscough, Burscough, Westhead Bickerstaffe, Barrow Nook and back to our start at Rainford. This ride will be led by group member Will.

A flattish 28 mile route through the country lanes of West Lancashire mostly on hard surfaced roads and a cafe stop at the lovely Owd Barn at Bispham.

The majority of the route is on hard surfaced main roads and some canal side cycle paths (weather permitting) and suitable for most bikes.

We will take our refreshment break at the cafe located at The Owd Barn at Bispham. This is a very scenic route in some excellent cycling countryside and there will be plenty of photo opportunities along the way. (It wouldn't be a CYCLE:St Helens ride without plenty of photos!)

All riders will be required to wear a helmet and carry spare inner tubes and the means to be able to repair a puncture (assistance will be provided if required). Don't forget some money for the cafe stop!

This is a very scenic route in some excellent cycling countryside and there will be plenty of photo opportunities along the way. We want everyone to enjoy this very friendly group ride so it will be at a pace to suit all riders in the group and to take account of the weather conditions (usually between 9-11 mph). We will never leave anyone behind and we want everyone to enjoy the ride!