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Secret Gateshead

Sunday 21st July 2024 10:00am

Starting from - The Land of Oak and Iron Visitor Centre. NE21 6RU

This Women - Breeze Durham ride is open for anyone to join

  • 17 miles
  • Mountain Bike, Hybrid (off road tyres), Hybrid (road tyres), eBike
  • 3 hr
  • Steady
  • Gateshead
  • Adults 16+ only
  • Women only

Free, women-only bike rides led by experienced Breeze Champions. They are a great way to get started in cycling or to improve your skills, whether you are a beginner or a seasoned cyclist.

About the route

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NE21 6RU

We will start the ride at the Derwent River Walk, to then go to Blaydon Burn Nature Reserve with its many archaeology points from the former lead mining industry. From there we will cycle to Barlow Burn a Durham Wildlife Trust Nature Reserve, a very special lowland fen area.

From there we will cycle towards Greenside village to then join the "Cairngorms" of the North East in Rowlands Gill. A track not the be missed!

From there will head back to Derwent Country Park.

We will discover the secret routes inside the Borough of Gateshead, the Land of Oak and Iron.

Mainly off road, tracks inside nature reserves.

Coffee at the end of the ride in the Land of Oak and Iron visitor centre.

Spare tube, suitable clothing for all weathers, snacks and water.

We never leave anyone behind

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