We have noticed that it is sometimes difficult to comply with the Club's rules on social distancing for Group Riding particularly at the meeting point on Sunday mornings and therefore we have decided to change the meeting points to create more separation between the groups at the start of rides. This is critical to maximize the safety of riders and the general public and also to maintain the reputation of the Club. The new meeting points for Club rides, effective immediately, will be as follows:

Social Riders meet at the W (Swan Walk) end of the Carfax in front of the Cook Shop.

Inter Riders meet at the W (Swan Walk) end of the Carfax with Inter 1 in front of Fat Face and Inter 2 in front of Panino's.

Sporting Riders meet at the E (Bandstand) end of the Carfax with SG1 in front of the Halifax, SG2 in front of Crates and SG3 in front of the Natwest.

Please go to the area designated for your selected ride group and avoid mixing with the other groups. Of course all groups should keep well away from any other gatherings and busy thoroughfares.

Read more: Club Ride Meeting Points

Notice is hereby given that a General Meeting of Club members will be held on Thursday 12 November 2020 at 7.30pm.

Due to current Covid-19 restrictions this year’s meeting will be conducted virtually – details of how to join will be circulated in due course.

The meeting is open to all members, but please note that only full, first claim, adult members are entitled to vote on the resolutions proposed at the meeting.

The business of the meeting shall be the election of the members of the Club’s General Committee. Full details were emailed to all members today, along with the Chairman’s Annual Report for the year to 31 March 2020.

Dave Scott
Club Secretary

We have just taken a large order of new stock and we have more ladies items now.

Our stock levels are at an all time high.

Go to the Club tab and Clothing from the drop down menu to view.

Stewart Forbes (Club Kit Coordinator)

Sunday Club rides are re-starting this Sunday, June 28th. There are some new measures that must be observed to comply with the government and British Cycling guidelines for safe group riding. Please read the new 'GROUP RIDES – COVID-19 MEASURES' and the updated risk analysis. Prior to attending a Club ride, all members must review and then adhere to these rules to allow club rides to continue.

Read more: COVID-19 update - Sunday rides re-start from 28 June

British Cycling has revised their recommendations on cycling in line with the governments new guidelines. The updated guidance is as follows:

• You may exercise outdoors as many times each day as you wish.
• You can only exercise alone, with those you live with or with up to one person from outside your household. Gatherings of more than two people from different households are not allowed at this time.
• You should maintain a two-metre distance from anyone you meet from outside your household while out riding, stopping and waiting for people to pass at a safe distance when necessary. This is particularly important when riding on narrow paths and trails.
• You can sit and rest outside before, during and after your ride.
• You may drive to outdoor publicly accessible open spaces irrespective of distance, but should follow social distancing guidance while you are there.
• In line with UK Government guidance, those aged over 70 should continue to take particular care to minimise contact with others outside their household.
• When cycling in Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, you should follow the guidance and regulations issued by the relevant devolved administration.
• If you are showing coronavirus symptoms, or if you or any of your household are self-isolating, you should stay at home.

We recommend all Club members follow these guidelines and also ask that you only wear Club kit when strictly following these guidelines in order to maintain the reputation of the club.

Thanks for your continued support and hopefully we will be back to normal in the not too distant future. Stay fit, safe and healthy.

Barbara Lefebvre