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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.
Cambridge to Santiago
Alex, Bill and John will be riding, self supported, from Cambridge to Santiago de Compostela in Spain, starting on 30 May 2026. They are raising money for the Arthur Rank Hospice, Cambridge.
The route to Santiago follows St. James's Way, an ancient pilgrim route which starts at Reading, crossing the channel to St. Malo, down the West coast of France into Spain over the edge of the Cordillera Cantabrica to Santiago.
They will be cycling a total of 1700 km 1050 miles and will deviate from the route as necessary. Regular updates will be posted here.
If you would like to support their efforts and are in a position to make a donation please visit their Just Giving page.
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.
Thursday 11 Jun: 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. 65 miles/105 km) 9.30am from Great Shelford recreation ground. Coffee is at Newport, Dorrington's Bakery. Lunch is at Great Dunmow, Meadow Hill coffee shop. Booking not required. Leader: Andy Carlyle (07860 676168).
Saturday 13 Jun: 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 Burwell, Village Green Coffee Shop. Leader: Leader Needed.
Sunday 14 Jun: All day 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) 9am from Brookside. Coffee is at Rushden, Mill End Plants Tea Room. Lunch is at Buntingford, choose on day. Leader: Leader Needed.
Latest ride reports
6 Jun: Ultreia et Suseia: Day 7 (Mimizan to Irûn)
Another cool start and another sequence of long straight roads through
the Landes pine forests saw us to breakfast in Léon @ 40km. We are
nearing the Basque Country and one particular food item, I could not
resist... (full report)
5 Jun: Ultreia et Suseia: Day 6 (Hourtin to Mimizan)
Oh no, the washing hadn't dried properly, so when we set out into the
cool morning air we were wearing an odd assortment of alternative kit. I
was actually quite glad to be wearing longs because the day had started
at 6°C... (full report)
4 Jun: Ultreia et Suseia Day 5 (La Rochelle to Hourtin)
Again it rained overnight and we left La Rochelle in threatening
weather. After a coffee and pastries in Rochefort we crossed the
Charente using the Pont transbordeur, which hauls passengers across
river on a large wooden gondola... (full report)
3 Jun: Ultreia et Suseia: Day 4 (Montaigu-Vendée to La Rochelle)
With rain forecast we set out with some trepidation, but the weather
held for the morning even if conditions were cool and grey. However we
dodged the rain until lunch at Lucon, when the drizzle set in... (full report)
2 Jun: Ultreia et Suseia: Day 3 (Bain-de-Bretagne to Montaigu-Vendée)
It had rained heavily overnight, which had the welcome effect of
clearing the air. We set out onto quiet roads in attractive countryside
and the terrain flattened as we transitioned from Brittany into the
Vendée... (full report)