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Come and ride with us!
CTC Cambridge welcomes new riders of all ages and abilities, who are looking for social, non-competitive cycling in the local countryside. Whether you are new to cycling, returning to it after a break or already a regular cyclist, we have a range of rides to suit different levels of experience and fitness. Find out more.
We're a local group of Cycling UK, the national cycling charity.
Welcome to our new Chair
We have a new chair, Fiona Cornish, who replaces David Secher who stood down at our last AGM. A big thank-you to David for chairing CTC Cambridge for five years, having been elected in November 2021. The first AGM he chaired was in April 2023, at which he noted how well the club had recovered from the complications caused by the COVID pandemic, and thanked the committee for their volunteering effort to keep the club running. David is a regular ride leader, and led 48 rides during his chairmanship.
Fiona writes: "I was introduced to road biking by one of my sons, who is a keen cyclist, about 15 years ago, and I enjoy it enormously. I have done several charity rides abroad, including London to Paris and Milan to Venice. Cycling is such a good way of exploring the local area, and very good for my geography too! I really enjoy meeting and chatting to other members of CTC Cambridge on club rides." Fiona has been a member of the club since 2019 and is a regular ride leader. Among her ambitions as chair is to encourage more women to join the rides.
New women riders welcome
Sarah writes: We're always excited to welcome more women into our cycling community. Whether you are completely new to riding in a group or just looking for friendly faces to ride with, you'll be supported from the start.
If you'd like a bit of extra confidence on your first few rides, Yasmin or I would be delighted to be your buddy to help you settle in, answer questions and make sure you feel comfortable and included.
No pressure, no judgement - just great rides and good company. Get in touch with me if you'd like to join. sarahcarlyle58@yahoo.com Sarah Carlyle
Our next rides
Please read our Guidance for riders. Booking is required for some rides.
Tuesday 27 Oct: Cafe meet-up ride (leisurelyThis ride is graded as "leisurely". These rides are suitable for anyone who can ride a bike and enjoys fairly gentle exercise. The pace usually averages about 16-18 kph.10-11 mph. More, 10-11 mph/16-18 kph, approx. 25 miles/40 km) 10am from Brookside. Coffee is at 11.15am at Waterbeach, Community Hub. Booking not required. Leader: John Seton (07447 010628).
Thursday 29 Oct: City start one-stop ride (moderateThis ride is graded as "moderate". These rides go at a steady touring pace, averaging about 19-21 kph). 12-13 mph). More, 12-13 mph/19-21 kph, approx. 50 miles/80 km) 9.15am from Brookside. Coffee is at Wendens Ambo, The Mixing Shed Cafe (card only). Leader: Leader Needed.
Thursday 29 Oct: Village start two-stop ride (moderateThis ride is graded as "moderate". These rides go at a steady touring pace, averaging about 19-21 kph). 12-13 mph). More, 12-13 mph/19-21 kph, approx. 56 miles/90 km) 9.30am from Great Shelford recreation ground. Coffee is at Newmarket, the Tack Room café at Palace House. Lunch is at Stradishall, Cafe 33. Booking not required. Leader: Nick Jordan (07821 725476).
Saturday 31 Oct: Easygoing one-stop ride (leisurelyThis ride is graded as "leisurely". These rides are suitable for anyone who can ride a bike and enjoys fairly gentle exercise. The pace usually averages about 16-18 kph.10-11 mph. More, 10-11 mph/16-18 kph, approx. 25 miles/40 km) 10am from Brookside. Coffee is at Lode, Anglesey Abbey. Leader: Leader Needed.
Sunday 1 Nov: Morning one-stop ride (moderateThis ride is graded as "moderate". These rides go at a steady touring pace, averaging about 19-21 kph). 12-13 mph). More, 12-13 mph/19-21 kph, approx. 50 miles/80 km) 9.30am from Brookside. Coffee is at Wimbish, Blossom Bites cafe. Leader: Leader Needed.
Sunday 1 Nov: Afternoon one-stop ride (leisurely plusThis ride is graded as "leisurely plus". These rides go at a slightly faster pace than our leisurely rides, averaging about 17-19 kph.11-12 mph. More, 11-12 mph/17-19 kph, approx. 34 miles/55 km) 12pm from Brookside. Tea is at Fowlmere, Cafe Amigo (El Cafecito). Booking not required. These afternoon rides take place on the first and third Sunday each month. Leader: Niall Mansfield (07540 616159).
Latest ride reports
17 Sep: Ride to the Railway pub
Sarah writes: Nine cyclists met at Shelford today for Susan's ride to a
new cafe and a new route. After a few miles of dry weather and a strong
headwind, our luck no longer held and we encountered heavy downpours on
our way to Saffron Walden via Linton... (full report)
10 Sep: Welwyn Garden City to Cambridge
Julian writes: This was our second train-assisted ride of the summer.
And the three riders who signed up were treated to a grand day out. The
journey to Welwyn Garden City was smooth; the train was on time, plenty
of space and a carriage with empty designated cycle spaces... (full report)