Rides calendar
Below are our women only rides. Sometimes we run family rides and other special events. You can find out all about them on this page.
We have bikes available to borrow on some of our rides, see the details below for more information, or if you're unsure, get in touch.
If you're a new rider with us, you should take a look at our ride guide and our list of what you need to bring. We are currently running two booking systems. You can find our more about booking here.
We're a friendly bunch and we welcome riders new and old on our social rides.
Upcoming London rides
29th August, 13:00-14:30 - Beginners ride Burgess Park (Southwark)
Book hereEvery Friday we go from a ride from Burgess Park. We have no fixed route for this ride and we will work to our skills as a group. It is a good opportunity to get out and to practice riding. We will ride at an easy pace and we expect to cover 6-10km - we go through parks and quiet ways, sometimes we stick close to Burgess Park and sometimes we go as far out as the river!
Riders don't need to be perfect, but do need to be able to control the bike, stop, start and slow down.
Start/End point: Behind Giraffe House, next to the BMX track, Burgess Park (Southwark)
Are there bikes to borrow?: Yes, plenty
Coffee break: Sometimes
Do I need to book?: Yes
30th August, 10:30-13:30 - Beginners ride Westminster-Regents Park
Book hereWe're going to be riding from Westminster Wheels bike shop to Regents Park. Please arrive early if you need to borrow a bike.
It is a good opportunity to get out and to practice riding. We will ride at an easy pace and we expect to cover 6-10km - we go through parks and quiet roads.
Riders don't need to be perfect, but do need to be able to control the bike, stop, start and slow down.
Start/End point: Westminster Wheels, Church Street NW8 8ES
Are there bikes to borrow?: Yes (please arrive early)
Coffee break: Yes
Do I need to book?: Yes
This ride is only possible due to the kindness and generosity of the team at Westminster Wheels, who let us borrow their bikes.
2nd September, 10:00-12:30 - Intermediate ride Leyton-Kingsland Basin
Book hereEvery Tuesday we ride from Leyton Jubilee Park. This week, we will be riding to Kingsland Basin.
Our Intermeidate rides are up to 25km. Mixed routes with some hills; mostly quiet roads with some busier roads and junctions, but with a mix of cycle path, tow path and park sections. Suitable for all riders who can manage the distance and a few small hills/inclines.
Start/End point: Leyton Jubilee Pavilion, Leyton Jubilee Park (Waltham Forest)
Are there bikes to borrow?: Yes, plenty
Coffee break: Yes
Do I need to book?: Yes
3rd September, 19:30-21:00 - Beginners ride Ealing-Paradise Fields
Book hereWe're going to be riding from Ealing Council Offices to Paradise Fields Beavers Project
It is a good opportunity to get out and to practice riding. We will ride at an easy pace and we expect to cover 6-10km - we go through parks and quiet roads.
Riders don't need to be perfect, but do need to be able to control the bike, stop, start and slow down.
Start/End point: Ealing Council Offices, on the corner or Uxbridge Road and Longfield Avenue, W5 2HL
Are there bikes to borrow?: Yes, plenty
Coffee break: Yes, after the ride
Do I need to book?: Yes
5th September, 13:00-14:30 - Beginners ride Burgess Park (Southwark)
Book hereEvery Friday we go from a ride from Burgess Park. We have no fixed route for this ride and we will work to our skills as a group. It is a good opportunity to get out and to practice riding. We will ride at an easy pace and we expect to cover 6-10km - we go through parks and quiet ways, sometimes we stick close to Burgess Park and sometimes we go as far out as the river!
Riders don't need to be perfect, but do need to be able to control the bike, stop, start and slow down.
Start/End point: Behind Giraffe House, next to the BMX track, Burgess Park (Southwark)
Are there bikes to borrow?: Yes, plenty
Coffee break: Sometimes
Do I need to book?: Yes
9th September, 10:00-12:30 - Intermediate ride Leyton-Spitalfields Market
Book hereEvery Tuesday we ride from Leyton Jubilee Park. This week, we will be riding to Spitalfields Market.
Our Intermeidate rides are up to 25km. Mixed routes with some hills; mostly quiet roads with some busier roads and junctions, but with a mix of cycle path, tow path and park sections. Suitable for all riders who can manage the distance and a few small hills/inclines.
Start/End point: Leyton Jubilee Pavilion, Leyton Jubilee Park (Waltham Forest)
Are there bikes to borrow?: Yes, plenty
Coffee break: Yes
Do I need to book?: Yes
25th September, 09:30-12:30 - Beginners ride Leyton-Millfields Park
Book hereWe're riding from Leyton Jubilee Park to Millfields Park.
It is a good opportunity to get out and to practice riding. We will ride at an easy pace and we expect to cover 6-10km/4-7 miles - we'll be going through parks and cycle paths.
Riders don't need to be perfect, but do need to be able to control the bike, stop, start and slow down.
Start/End point: Leyton Jubilee Pavilion, Leyton Jubilee Park (Waltham Forest)
Are there bikes to borrow?: Yes, plenty
Coffee break: Yes
Do I need to book?: Yes
11th September, 09:30-12:30 - Beginners ride Leyton-Olympic Park
Book hereWe're riding from Leyton Jubilee Park to the Olympic Park.
It is a good opportunity to get out and to practice riding. We will ride at an easy pace and we expect to cover 5-9km - we'll be going through parks and cycle paths.
Riders don't need to be perfect, but do need to be able to control the bike, stop, start and slow down.
Start/End point: Leyton Jubilee Pavilion, Leyton Jubilee Park (Waltham Forest)
Are there bikes to borrow?: Yes, plenty
Coffee break: Yes
Do I need to book?: Yes
12th September, 13:00-14:30 - Beginners ride Burgess Park (Southwark)
Book hereEvery Friday we go from a ride from Burgess Park. We have no fixed route for this ride and we will work to our skills as a group. It is a good opportunity to get out and to practice riding. We will ride at an easy pace and we expect to cover 6-10km - we go through parks and quiet ways, sometimes we stick close to Burgess Park and sometimes we go as far out as the river!
Riders don't need to be perfect, but do need to be able to control the bike, stop, start and slow down.
Start/End point: Behind Giraffe House, next to the BMX track, Burgess Park (Southwark)
Are there bikes to borrow?: Yes, plenty
Coffee break: Sometimes
Do I need to book?: Yes
13th September, 10:00-13:00 - Beginners+ ride Islington/Camden-Regents Park
Book hereWe're going to be riding from Cleveland Street to Regents Park.
It is a good opportunity to get out and to practice riding. We will ride at an easy pace and we expect to cover 6-10km - we go through parks and quiet roads.
Riders don't need to be perfect, but do need to be able to control the bike, stop, start and slow down.
Start/End point: Take Two Software on the corner of Cleveland Street and Riding House Street
Are there bikes to borrow?: Yes (please arrive at 09:45 if you need to borrow a bike)
Coffee break: Yes
Do I need to book?: Yes
16th September, 10:00-12:30 - Intermediate ride Leyton-Bartlett Park
Book hereEvery Tuesday we ride from Leyton Jubilee Park. This week, we will be riding to Bartlett Park in Poplar.
Our Intermeidate rides are up to 25km. Mixed routes with some hills; mostly quiet roads with some busier roads and junctions, but with a mix of cycle path, tow path and park sections. Suitable for all riders who can manage the distance and a few small hills/inclines.
Start/End point: Leyton Jubilee Pavilion, Leyton Jubilee Park (Waltham Forest)
Are there bikes to borrow?: Yes, plenty
Coffee break: Yes
Do I need to book?: Yes
19th September, 13:00-14:30 - Beginners ride Burgess Park (Southwark)
Book hereEvery Friday we go from a ride from Burgess Park. We have no fixed route for this ride and we will work to our skills as a group. It is a good opportunity to get out and to practice riding. We will ride at an easy pace and we expect to cover 6-10km - we go through parks and quiet ways, sometimes we stick close to Burgess Park and sometimes we go as far out as the river!
Riders don't need to be perfect, but do need to be able to control the bike, stop, start and slow down.
Start/End point: Behind Giraffe House, next to the BMX track, Burgess Park (Southwark)
Are there bikes to borrow?: Yes, plenty
Coffee break: Sometimes
Do I need to book?: Yes
23rd September, 10:00-12:30 - Intermediate ride Leyton-Tower Hill
Book hereEvery Tuesday we ride from Leyton Jubilee Park. This week, we will be riding to Tower Hill.
Our Intermeidate rides are up to 25km. Mixed routes with some hills; mostly quiet roads with some busier roads and junctions, but with a mix of cycle path, tow path and park sections. Suitable for all riders who can manage the distance and a few small hills/inclines.
Start/End point: Leyton Jubilee Pavilion, Leyton Jubilee Park (Waltham Forest)
Are there bikes to borrow?: Yes, plenty
Coffee break: Yes
Do I need to book?: Yes
25th September, 09:30-12:30 - Beginners ride Leyton-Millfields Park
Book hereWe're riding from Leyton Jubilee Park to the Olympic Park.
It is a good opportunity to get out and to practice riding. We will ride at an easy pace and we expect to cover 6-10km/5-7 miles - we'll be going through parks, cycle paths and very quiet roads.
Riders don't need to be perfect, but do need to be able to control the bike, stop, start and slow down.
Start/End point: Leyton Jubilee Pavilion, Leyton Jubilee Park (Waltham Forest)
Are there bikes to borrow?: Yes, plenty
Coffee break: Yes
Do I need to book?: Yes
26th September, 13:00-14:30 - Beginners ride Burgess Park (Southwark)
Book hereEvery Friday we go from a ride from Burgess Park. We have no fixed route for this ride and we will work to our skills as a group. It is a good opportunity to get out and to practice riding. We will ride at an easy pace and we expect to cover 6-10km - we go through parks and quiet ways, sometimes we stick close to Burgess Park and sometimes we go as far out as the river!
Riders don't need to be perfect, but do need to be able to control the bike, stop, start and slow down.
Start/End point: Behind Giraffe House, next to the BMX track, Burgess Park (Southwark)
Are there bikes to borrow?: Yes, plenty
Coffee break: Sometimes
Do I need to book?: Yes
30th September, 10:00-12:30 - Intermediate ride Leyton-Highams Park
Book hereEvery Tuesday we ride from Leyton Jubilee Park. This week, we will be riding to Highams Park (Woodford/Chingford).
Our Intermeidate rides are up to 25km. Mixed routes with some hills; mostly quiet roads with some busier roads and junctions, but with a mix of cycle path, tow path and park sections. Suitable for all riders who can manage the distance and a few small hills/inclines.
Start/End point: Leyton Jubilee Pavilion, Leyton Jubilee Park (Waltham Forest)
Are there bikes to borrow?: Yes, plenty
Coffee break: Yes
Do I need to book?: Yes
Upcoming Manchester rides
Our Manchester rides are very popular and 'sell out' very quickly. Click the booking link of any of the rides below and 'follow' the eventbrite page to be notified of new rides as soon as they're made available.
27th August, 17:45-20:00 - Sale Water Park-The Buck Inn, Ashton-on-Mersey
We'll set off from Tree Tops Cafe in Sale Water Park & cycle along the Chorlton Ees to Hawthorn Rd where we'll get onto the canal.
We'll cycle down to Walton Park & then use the quiet back lanes to Ashton on Mersey where we'll stop for a chin wag & some refreshments at The Buck Inn.
From here we'll cycle along Urmston/Stretford Meadows & around Sale Water Park, back to Tree Tops. Sunset is at 20.10 so please bring lights especially if cycling home from the ride.
Ride: Intermediate
Length: 10 miles return
Average speed: 7-8mph
Cyclist: Confident on quieter roads
All our rides do have a leader & backstop, so nobody gets left behind.
Please be on time as we are not able to wait for latecomers.
Please bring with you:
If for any reason you're no longer able to attend, we kindly ask that you cancel your free ticket.
Continual no shows & late cancellations will affect future bookings.
If you should have any further questions pls email us on: manchester@joyriders.org.uk
Our Intermeidate rides are up to 25km. Mixed routes with some hills; mostly quiet roads with some busier roads and junctions, but with a mix of cycle path, tow path and park sections. Suitable for all riders who can manage the distance and a few small hills/inclines.
Start/End point: Tree Tops Cafe at Sale Water Park
Are there bikes to borrow?: No
Coffee break: Yes
Do I need to book?: Yes
29th August, 10:00-13:30 - Intermediate+ ride Abney Park-Poynton
Come join us for a Friday ride to Poynton Tea Rooms. We'll be cycling from Abney Park and using cycle tracks, roads and the A555 cycle path en route with plenty of variety en route.
An Intermediate PLUS ride of 20 miles
Average speed 10mph
Cyclist: Confident riders on roads and tracks
Some inclines on the route
All our rides have a leader and a backstop, are relaxed and we never leave anyone behind. No lycra needed!
Meeting point: 10am in Abney Park car park nearest the Manchester Road Entrance which is opposite Mill Lane cemetery. What3Words: ///shunts.best.hang
Please be on time as we are not able to wait for latecomers. If you are bringing your bike in a car please allow extra time to be ready for 10am.
If for any reason you're no longer able to attend, we kindly ask that you cancel your free ticket as we often have a full waiting list.
Any further questions email us on: manchester@joyriders.org.uk
Start/End point: Abney Park car park (Entrance off Manchester Rode, opposite Mill Lane Cemetery entrance)
Are there bikes to borrow?: No
Coffee break: Yes
Do I need to book?: Yes
5th September, 10:00-12:00 -Beginners ride Longford Park
A confidence building bike ride which is a gentle sociable pootle around Longford Park and some quiet side roads.
This ride is for you if you haven't ridden for a while or have recently learnt to ride and need more practice.
We can help you gain cycling confidence in a safe environment. Bring your own bike or we can lend you one of our bikes if you don't have access to one.
Meet at the car park next to the athletics track at Longford Park (which is just off Ryebank Road) and car parking is free. The ride begins at 10am.
Bike Loan: If you’re able to cycle but don’t have a bike we are offering free bike hire included in the booking. We're very grateful for funding for this provided by Transport for Greater Manchester. Please arrive at 9.45am if you are borrowing a bike.
Start/End point: Athletics track at Longford Park (just off Ryebank Road) - parking is free.
Are there bikes to borrow?: Yes
Coffee break: Yes
Do I need to book?: Yes
6th September, 09:30-16:00 -Advanced ride Day out in Lancashire
Join us for a day out across the border into Lancashire. Meeting at Worden Park in Leyland, we'll set off along the quiet roads & cycle paths to Cuerden Valley Way. We shall follow this route up to Preston & the Guild Wheel. Two pit stops are planned along the route, as well as frequent water breaks. This is mostly shared pathways, trails & cycleways however due to the distance it is an "Advanced" ride.
Please note: There are 3 steep inclines of 20%, 15% & 10% amongst other undulations. The 20% you will have to walk your bike up due to the terrain. Please consider this if you're coming on a heavier e-bike. We can take the other hills at our own pace. Not suitable for skinny tyres.
We shall be setting off promptly at 09:30. Please arrive with enough time to remove your bike from the car. There are toilets at the park but they are some distance from the car park (currently the car park toilets are closed). The nearest train station is Buckshaw Village.
Please note: This is classed as an Advanced ride with some roads & hills involved.
Advanced Ride
Distance 39 miles return
Total Elevation: 1075ft
Average speed 9-10mph
Cyclist: Confident on a bike, main roads & able to keep pace within a group.
All our rides have a leader & backstop and so nobody gets left behind.
Please be on time as we are not able to wait for latecomers.
Please bring with you:
A helmet
Water
Snacks
Gloves if it gets cold
Money and card for the Cafe if you wish to buy something (some cafes only accept one of these)
A bike lock
A spare inner tube
Note: You MUST answer all Eventbrite questions to secure a ticket.
If for any reason you're no longer able to attend, we kindly ask that you cancel your free ticket.
Continual no shows & late cancellations will affect future bookings.
If you should have any further questions pls email us on: manchester@joyriders.org.uk
Start/End point: Worden Park, Leyland
Are there bikes to borrow?: No
Coffee break: Yes and lunch break
Do I need to book?: Yes
6th September, 10:00-13:00 -Beginners+ ride Chorlton Park-Station South
JoyRiders Manchester women's Beginners+ ride from Chorlton Park, Carpark off Nell Lane to Station South Cycle Cafe, Levenshulme
Join us for an 8 mile ride to Station South Cycle Cafe, Levenshulme. Suitable for those comfortable on cycle paths and quiet roads. Speed is a relaxed pace at 6-7 mph that is ridden at the pace of the slowest rider. We'll be cycling along the Fallowfield Loop (Floop).
Please be on time as we are not able to wait for latecomers.
Beginners Plus ride of 8 miles returning to the start.
Relaxed pace, moderate at 6-7 mph that suits the slowest rider.
Mostly off road and relatively flat riding tracks with up and down sections.
Suitable for all bike types including road bikes, the terrain has tarmac paths.
Cyclist: Riders who are happy on tracks, shared Cycle paths and quiet roads.
Riders should be dressed in comfortable clothing suitable for the day's weather.
Bring a lock to secure your bike.
Purchase or bring a hot drink and snack. Card and cash accepted.
Arrive by 09:55 for introductions, overview of ride and bike checks. We will leave at 10:00
All our rides have trained leader and a backstop, are relaxed and we never leave anyone behind. No Lycra needed!
Please check your bike the night before the ride and on the day that the tyres are correctly inflated and that the brakes work. Allow yourself plenty of time to find parking and remove and ready your bike, if coming by car.
If for any reason you're no longer able to attend, we kindly ask that you cancel your free ticket a few days before. The rides are popular and extremely limited and we can offer your place to another rider.
Any further questions email us on: manchester@joyriders.org.uk
Start/End point: Chorlton Park Carpark, Nell Lane, Chorlton, M21 7SJ next to the Tibetan Kitchen, cafe in the park. Opposite Chorlton High School. Parking is available nearby (Nell Lane). NOTE - NOT Chorlton Water Park.
Are there bikes to borrow?: Yes
Coffee break: Yes
Do I need to book?: Yes
7th September, 11:00-14:00 - Intermediate ride Longford Park-Ordsall Hall
A flat, Intermediate, women’s ride suitable for those confident on tracks and roads.
An Intermediate ride of 12 miles
Average speed 8-10 mph
Cyclist: Confident riders on tracks and roads
All our rides have a leader and a backstop, are relaxed and we never leave anyone behind. No lycra needed!
The route starts at Longford Park and goes along quiet roads through Old Trafford to Salford Quays - our destination for a pit stop is the stunning Ordsall Hall. We will then return along the Manchester Ship and Bridgewater canals. It's all on flat paths and roads and is about 10 miles (16km) in total.
All our rides have a leader and a backstop, are relaxed and we never leave anyone behind.
Meet at 11:00 am at the Longford Park cafe (near the Cromwell Rd entrance - the cafe is next to the Pets Corner and children's play area) - and aim to return by 14:00.
Please be on time as we are not able to wait for latecomers.
If you can't come please cancel your booking via Eventbrite so we can offer the place to someone on our waiting list as places are very limited at the moment.
If you have any further questions please feel free to email us on: manchester@joyriders.org.uk
Start/End point: The Bungalow (next to Pets Corner), Longford Park, Stretford M32 8DA
Are there bikes to borrow?: No
Coffee break: Yes
Do I need to book?: Yes
Upcoming Oxford rides
Our Oxford group is taking a break at the moment. If you are interested in supporting us by becoming a ride leader in Oxford, let us know.
