Ride Leicester Robert De Beaumont and the 1173 Siege of Leicester Ride
Sunday 26th April 2026 10:30am
Starting from - Town Hall Bike Park, LE1 5BP
This Ride Leicester ride is open for anyone to join
- 5 miles
- Mountain Bike, Hybrid (off road tyres), Hybrid (road tyres), Road
- 2 hr 30 mins
- Easygoing
- Leicester
- All ages
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.
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About the route
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LE1 5BP
England and Normandy are on the verge of civil war as the sons of King Henry II make a grab for the throne.
Join local Historian Jim Butler on this cycle tour and discover the events surrounding the little known siege of Leicester in 1173 when Robert ‘Blanchemains', the 3rd Earl of Leicester, joined the princes in the bloody revolt against the king.
First-timers welcome!
Unfortunately we are not able to loan bikes for this ride.
Children under the age of 16 must be wearing a helmet and be accompanied by an adult.
Join local Historian Jim Butler on this cycle tour and discover the events surrounding the little known siege of Leicester in 1173 when Robert ‘Blanchemains', the 3rd Earl of Leicester, joined the princes in the bloody revolt against the king.
First-timers welcome!
Unfortunately we are not able to loan bikes for this ride.
Children under the age of 16 must be wearing a helmet and be accompanied by an adult.
Who else is on this ride?
5 ride participants
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John Kirk
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Ride Leader
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Lindsey Ball
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Community Groups Volunteer
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Rik Lewin
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Fred Sinclair
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Private User
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