SearchSupplementary guidance for riders during the Coronavirus (COVID‑19) pandemic
In addition to our normal guidance for riders here is some extra guidance that you are asked to observe:
Riders are strongly advised to carry out a self-assessment of symptoms before attending a ride and should definitely not attend if unwell or if contacted by NHS Test and Trace and told to self-isolate.
All our rides are limited to a maximum group size of 15. Most leaders are expected to set a lower limit: we recommend that groups are limited to between 6 and 12 people.
Booking is required for most of our rides to manage the number of riders. If the ride states "booking essential" then all riders must contact the leader and book a place in advance. Booking opens 10 days in advance and there is a new "book a place" button to make this easier.
We now offer some rides where you do not need to book and can simply turn up on the day. These will be clearly marked as "Booking not required". The leader may need to split the group if there are too many people on the day.
On rides with more than one stop you can usually leave the ride after the first stop if you happy to make your own way home. Please check with the leader when booking if you plan to do this and always make sure that the leader is aware if you depart from the group on the day.
All riders must observe social distancing rules and keep a sensible spacing at all times, both on and off the bike. Remember this rule still applies whenever the group stops, e.g. puncture repairs. Help each other and speak out if anyone seems to forget.
All riders must agree to their contact details being used to assist the NHS Test and Trace Team if required.
All riders must follow the instructions from the leader when visiting cafes to ensure that their restrictions on social distancing and maximum group size are respected. If the ride is not planning a cafe stop you should bring your own supplies of food and drink for the rest/picnic stop: check with the leader if in doubt.
There may be no proper toilet stops. We realise riders may need to stop along the way: tell the leader if you need a hedge stop and the leader will pause the ride so you can take the time you need.