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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.
Sun 7 June: Club Barbecue
You are all welcome to another extravaganza in the form of a barbecue at Little Chesterford Village Hall and grounds from 1pm to 3pm.
Rides will be available from Cambridge ( available leaders permitting)
The cost will again be a bargain at £10 as before, which will include a burger, sausage, a variety of salads, cake and coffee and tea. A halloumi and mushroom burger is available as a vegetarian alternative. Please request at time of booking.
Bookings are now open. Please email sarahcarlyle58@yahoo.com to reserve a place and pay by BACS to:
S Carlyle
A/C Number 80576972
Sort Code 40-47-86
Please put your name against the payment.
All are most welcome but pre-booking required to allow for accurate catering.
An event not to be missed! Please put it in your calendar.
Looking forward to seeing you there! Sarah and Andy Carlyle.
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
Sat 11 July: CTC Cambridge audaxes
On Saturday 11 July 2026 CTC Cambridge is organising a day of audax rides, in association with Audax UK. Entries are now open! There are five distances to ride: 50km, 100km, 150km (which we'll extend slightly to 100 miles), 200km and 300km. Full details
Our next rides
Please read our Guidance for riders. Booking is required for some rides.
Sunday 17 May: 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. 46 miles/74 km) 9.30am from Brookside. Coffee is at Saffron Walden, The Temeraire. Booking not required. Leader: Neil Spenley (07814 941495).
Sunday 17 May: 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. 40 miles/64 km) 12pm from Brookside. Tea is at Wicken Fen, Docky Hut Cafe. Booking not required. Leader: Niall Mansfield (07540 616159).
Wednesday 20 May: Evening pub ride (moderate plusThis ride is graded as "moderate plus". These rides go at a slightly faster touring pace, averaging about 21-24 kph).13-15 mph). More, 13-15 mph/21-24 kph, approx. 35 miles/56 km) 6pm from Brookside. Pub stop is at Hemingford Abbots, The Axe and Compass. Booking not required. Leader: Fiona Cornish (07803 502389).
Thursday 21 May: City 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. 60 miles/97 km) 9.15am from Brookside. Coffee is at Ashwell, Days bakery (takeaway shop). Lunch is at Buntingford, choose on day. Leader: Leader Needed.
Thursday 21 May: Off-road 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. 51 miles/82 km: mostly off-road) 9.15am from Brookside. Coffee is at Haddenham, Spar (takeaway shop). Lunch is at Ely, Market Place. Booking not required. There will be a lot of off-road riding. Tracks will be rough in places and may be muddy and there are steps at one point. Unsuitable for narrow racing tyres. Route may be varied on the day depending on weather and track conditions; we will regroup and make decisions as a group. May be cancelled at short notice if weather forecast is unsuitable - please join the mailing list for last-minute information. Option to return by train from Ely (off-road riding can be more tiring). Leader: Yasmin.
Thursday 21 May: 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. 72 miles/116 km) 9.30am from Great Shelford recreation ground. Coffee is at Wimbish, Blossom Bites cafe. Lunch is at High Easter, Snug Cafe. Booking not required. Leader: Andy Carlyle (07860 676168).
Latest ride reports
7 May: Newmarket and Risby
Sarah writes: Thursday proved to be another lovely spring day, perfect
for a ride out to Risby Barns near Bury St. Edmund's, a lunch stop the
club hasn't visited for several years.
Nine riders came to coffee at Newmarket where The Tack Room served us
substantial freshly made scones with our drinks... (full report)
30 Apr: Off-road ride to Balsham
Yasmin writes: Today I am joined by eight riders; a good turnout for an
adventure ride with very little notice. Most are Thursday regulars, plus
one Saturday regular and one guest rider. Our guest is visiting... (full report)
23 Apr: Village Ride to Stradishall and Long Melford
Sarah writes: Fourteen people turned up at the beginning to ride to
Stradishall and nine continued onwards to Long Melford in beautiful
spring sunshine. It was an absolutely delightful ride through the
Glemsford... (full report)
16 Apr: Greg writes a Haiku
... (full report)
24 Mar: Ad-hoc social ride to Northstowe
Seb writes: John led an ad hoc social ride to Northstowe Tap and Social.
Announced only a few days before, it nevertheless attracted 16 riders at
Brookside for a 10am start.
We rode out in two separate... (full report)