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The Hide ride to Windy Bank Wood for a taste of Autumn!

Monday 2nd October 2023 10:30am

Starting from - Leigh Spinners Mill. Free Parking to left of gate barrier. Meet at cycle pod. Keep clear of the road which goes down to the mill. Toilets available at the mill. WN7 2LB
, WN7 2LA

This Leigh Spinners Community Cycling Hub ride is open for anyone to join

  • 13.5 miles
  • Mountain Bike, Hybrid (off road tyres), eBike
  • 2 hr 30 mins
  • Steady
  • Wigan
  • Children aged 8-15*, Children aged 11-15*, Adults 16+ only

Led by experienced ride leaders, these rides are a great way to explore new places and to meet new people who enjoy cycling. They are suitable for all levels of experience, so whether you are a beginner or a seasoned cyclist, you can find a ride that is right for you.

About the route

Starting point




Greater Manchester
WN7 2LA

The route follows the canal tow path to Astley and then cycle path adjacent to East Lancs to Glazebury which takes us to the delightful Windy Bank which may have an autumnal feel about it.

We rejoin the East Lancs cycle path and cycle to Pennington Flash where we have the option to have a coffee at The Hide cafe and then rejoin the Bridgewater way after a quick spin around the Bee Network paths Leigh Sports Village, returning to Leigh Spinners

Flat ride generally easy going with good maintained paths

Please bring suitable inner tubes for your specific tyre size should you get a puncture.

Bikes and helmet available to borrow if required

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Who else is on this ride?

Ride leaders

Profile photo for Chris Evans

  • Ride Leader

    Ride Leader

  • Community Groups Volunteer

    Community Groups Volunteer

Chris Evans

Assistants

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    • Ride Leader

      Ride Leader

    • Community Groups Volunteer

      Community Groups Volunteer
    Jeff Leahy

4 ride participants

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