9 December 2021endurance road bikesendurance slendurance sl discRibble Rides - Trough of BowlandRibble Rides - Trough of Bowland is the latest instalment of our Ribble Rides series. This latest route takes in the quiet country lanes of the picturesque Forest Of Bowland. An area of outstanding natural beauty that also happens to include the iconic climb of the Trough of Bowland. 'The Trough' as it is known to locals is a firm favourite with cyclists and indeed with Tour organisers. After all, it's a regular feature in the Tour of Britain when it visits the North West.
8 November 2021guidesribble ridescycling tipsRibble Rides - Fylde CoastRibble Rides - Fylde Coast is a short ride that is suitable for all of the family. This route takes in mainly off-road sections of the West Pennine Trail. Starting at the mouth of the Ribble estuary it follows the coastline a short distance to Lytham St Annes. Find out more below.
27 October 2021endurance road bikesendurance sl rribble ridesClitheroe Loop via Slaidburn - Ribble RidesThe latest in our Ribble Rides series is Clitheroe loop via Slaidburn, Whitewell, and Longridge Fell. It's best suited to seasoned cyclists or anyone with a decent level of fitness, who doesn't mind a bit of climbing. To be rewarded by some of the most spectacular scenery to be found anywhere in the Forest of Bowland.
26 October 2021cgr alribble ridesguidesRibble Rides - Garstang to Beacon FellAs cyclists, there's a great enjoyment to be gained from exploring new roads and trails. This is why we have put together a guide to some of our favourite rides. Ribble Rides - Garstang to Beacon Fell Country Park is a point to point ride of moderate length and difficulty.
30 October 2020guidesribble ridesRibble Rides - Longridge Fell LoopRibble Rides-Longridge Fell Loop is the first in our new series of recommended rides. Essentially a loop of Longridge Fell, it's an intermediate route of just over 22 miles with an elevation change of 1180ft. Read on for more details of this ride.