Detailed description (English): Starting at 10am from Drury Lane, Braintree, Essex CM8 1FQ enjoy a social led ride and explore the countryside around Braintree. Rides last approx 3 hours and we always stop for refreshments half way through.
Typically 3 lengths of rides are provided - circa 15, 20 and 25 miles to allow riders to do the distance they feel most comfortable with.
Our ride leaders are all trained and we cycle at the pace of the slowest ride and never leave anyone behind.
The rides are open to all ages and abilities, although children under 18 must be accompanied.
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