Avon Valley Cycleway South – Sun 9 Jun – Bristol Cycling Campaign

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Avon Valley Cycleway South – Sun 9 Jun

29 May 2013

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START: 9:00am Arnolfini

DESCRIPTION: A long and challenging charity ride to replace the heating at All Saints Church, Long Ashton. Joining Avon Cycleway at Felton, riding two-thirds of loop then back into Bristol. You’re invited to join in the fund raising via the leader, though not compulsory!

FOOD STOPS: Pub/cafe stops – decide on the day

GRADE: Hard

LENGTH: 70 miles

SUITABLE FOR BEGINNERS? No

LEADER: Wendy Staff

CONTACT (on the day): 07551 970772

Guests are very welcome to join a few of our rides before becoming members. Please contact rides@bristolcyclingcampaign.org.uk for further information.

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7 Reasons Einstein would support 20 mph +

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