Detailed description (English): Leaving at 9.30am from Drury Lane, every month we run a slightly longer ride to stretch our legs a bit more. The rides are very social but just a little bit faster that our regular Wednesday rides and we still stop for refreshments half way. Allow 4/5 hours for the ride and you'll see pace wise its not fast, but just make sure you are comfortable with the time in he saddle.
Target group(s): All ages and abilities, although children under 18 must be accompanied
Objectives: Encourage people of all ages (under 18's must be accompanied by either a parent or guardian) and abilities to participate in a wide range of cycle activities;
Provide inclusive and supportive activities which encourage those who lack confidence and those who have not cycled for some time, if at all;
Assist people in their personal and social development so as to encourage growth in self esteem and confidence;
Advocate for improvements to cycling facilities;
Take all possible steps to ensure that all activities are enjoyable;
Promote the welfare and safety of all those taking part at all times
Expected Outcomes: Increase in cycling numbers and also progression of riders to longer and more regular rides
Partner: Essex County Council, Braintree District Council