Suffolk Coast

Sunday 07 Aug 2016Glemham Hall, Little Glemham, Nr. Woodbridge,Suffolk IP13 0BT35 miles and 65 miles - mileages approximate

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Many thanks to everyone who took part in the Suffolk Coast bike ride on Sunday to raise money for the Down's Syndrome Association.
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A beautiful Summer day's cycling around the heathland, fields and coast of the Suffolk countryside.

THIS IS THE PAGE FOR THE 35 MILE AND 65 MILE ROUTES TO ENTER THE 100 MILE RIDE, PLEASE CLICK HERE

Starting and finishing at the elegant Elizabethan mansion of Glemham Hall next to A12, there’s a choice of two scenic routes of 35 & 65 miles. Click here to sign up for the 100 mile challenge route. All routes head north through pretty countryside and villages before dividing - the short route then swings east towards Dunwich on the coast, while the longer one continues north to reach Covehithe with its curious ‘Russian Doll’ churches. Following the coast south, the long route rejoins the short route near Dunwich, crossing open heathland back to finish back at Glemham Hall where you will find massage, refreshments, live music and a bar.

If any friends or family of the cyclists would like a tour of Glemham Hall at 10.00am on the day of the ride, please book in advance by phoning Donna at Glemham Hall on 01728 746704. Tour lasts approx. 1h15min. Tickets: £10.00 per person

"Thank you do much for a fantastic day, the day went so well & the organisation was spot on. The route signs & marshals were perfect, would not hesitate to book further events." S. B.

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Ride Details

Start

Glemham Hall, Little Glemham, Nr. Woodbridge,Suffolk IP13 0BT
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Finish

Glemham Hall, Little Glemham, Nr. Woodbridge,Suffolk IP13 0BT
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Distance

35 miles and 65 miles - mileages approximate

Challenge rating

Med Route Short Route ELEVATION INFO (TOTAL CLIMB): 65 mile route 2280ft. / 35 mile route 1160ft.

Start times

8am – 10am at a time to suit you

Pricing

Children's Entry (12-14 years) (£8.50)
Entry Pack (£19.00)
Team Entry (Enter total no. required. Price per person) (£18.50)

Local info

www.suffolktouristguide.com
www.suffolkcyclingbandb.co.uk

Other info

Minimum age 12 on the 35 mile and 15 on the 65 mile. Cyclists under 16 must be accompanied by an adult over 18..
Road bike / hybrid / mountain bike suitable.

It is recommended that all riders wear a helmet. A selection of helmets will be available for purchase on the day.

** We recommend that all riders have both bike and personal liability insurances as we cannot be held responsible for damage, loss or theft of your bike or personal items or personal liability.**

GPX routes are available after online booking.

For answers to common queries about our rides, please see our ONLINE FAQs

Ride Gradings

Suitable for anyone who enjoys a reasonably active life. The pace is gentle and the terrain flat to undulating. Distances no more than 30 miles (50km).

Suitable for those with slightly more cycling experience. the terrain can be a little hillier than grade 1.5 and distances up to 45 miles (70km).

For the regular and reasonably fit cyclist. The terrain may include some challenging hills and distances up to 75 miles (110km).

These routes require a good level of fitness and stamina and feature challenging inclines and/or a longer time in the saddle. Distances can be up to 100 miles (160km).

Getting here by car

Glemham Hall is north of Woodbridge, on the A12. Car-parking available on site costs £3.00 on the day.
On arrival, do not use the house entrance at the front, signs will direct you to drive on to site via Church Road at the back of the property.

Getting here by train

The nearest station is Wickham Market. Depending where you are coming from there are trains arriving within sufficient time to arrive at the start before 10am (the latest start time). Check National Rail Enquiries.

Sorry, no photographer on this ride

Ride information

Support Services


The Down’s Syndrome Association is dedicated to helping people with Down’s syndrome (DS) live full and rewarding lives. We provide information and support, improve knowledge of the condition and champion the rights of people with DS.

We offer:

• A helpline, with specialist advisers in health, education and welfare benefits
• Training for parents and professionals covering early years, education, behaviour and ageing and dementia
• Specialist assessment and advice for children and adults
• Workfit – connecting employers and employees with DS
• DSActive – sport for people with DS, currently running over 40 weekly football and tennis training sessions around the UK

Your entry fee only covers the costs of running the ride so please ask family and friends to sponsor you generously to make a real difference. THANK YOU