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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).

THIS IS A SPONSORED CHARITY RIDE. 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.
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Tour de Tendring

Sunday 19 May 2013

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This ride has now passed.

Thanks to everyone who came along to take part in the Tour de Tendring bike ride on Sunday May 19th. The weather was absolutely brilliant - a day of sunshine inbetween lots of grey damp days so it was a fantastic day for everyone involved and there were over 1200 people taking part raising money for their chosen charities. The photos from the event are online here:

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Come and join us on the hugely popular Tour de Tendring bike ride to raise money for charity. You can cycle on one of three circular routes around the picturesque district of Tendring - perfect cycling country with quiet roads, low hills and views to the sea.
All routes start and finish in Dovercourt - the long route visits the classic seaside resort of Clacton on Sea, famous for its Pier, St Osyth, and Great Bentley which has the biggest village green in England. The routes rejoin in Great Oakley, mentioned in the Domesday Book, before the finish where you can unwind with refreshments, entertainment, and a swimming pool!
The 6 mile family ride is mostly traffic free as it passes through the historic town of Harwich (including Britain's oldest cinema!) up to the coast, passing three lighthouses on the way back to Dovercourt.

Ride Details
StartDovercourt Swimming Pool, Wick Lane, Dovercourt, Harwich CO12 3TS
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FinishDovercourt Swimming Pool, Wick Lane, Dovercourt, Harwich CO12 3TS
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Distance6, 20 or 60 miles
Challenge RatingLong Route Medium Route Short Route
Getting There: CarA12 to Colchester, then A120, just before Harwich turn right onto B1352 to Dovercourt and then B1414 to Dovercourt Seafront. Ample free parking is available on-site during the day.
Getting There: TrainPLEASE NOTE - Due to line works by Greater Anglia Rail on May 19th, the nearest station to the start will be Manningtree which is 12 miles from Dovercourt. Suggested route from Manningtree station here.
Start Times20/60 mile route: 8.30am - 10am 6 mile route: 10am-11am
Local Infowww.visiteastofengland.co.uk
www.essex-sunshine-coast.org.uk
Other InfoMinimum age 14 years on the 60 mile route. Minimum age 12 years on 20 mile route and 9 years on 6 mile route. Cyclists under 16 must be accompanied by an adult over 18yrs.
Road bike / hybrid / mountain bike suitable on all routes.

All riders are required to 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.**
Pricing6 mile route - Adult (£6.00)
6 mile route - Kids (14s and under) (£3.00)
Entry Pack (20 or 60 miles) (£15.00)
Kids Entry (under 14yrs) (£8.00)
Team Entry (6 riders or more / per person) (£14.50)

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This is an Open Event - your entry fee pays only for the running of the ride.

You can ride for one of the charities below (select when you book online) or for a charity of your choice (contact them after you've booked to arrange sponsorship collection).

Charities, please click here for information on how to get involved and our new fundraising package.


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Enjoying nature is a fundamental right and we all have a duty to protect it, both for ourselves and for all future generations. But one thing is clear: we can’t do this alone. Fundraising is essential to our work and the money you raise will have real impact, so please ask your friends and family to sponsor you on this ride. With your help, the RSPB will speak up for ALL nature - nature that’s sadly in serious trouble.
www.rspb.org.uk
bike.suffolk@rspb.org.uk
The Royal Society for the Protection of Birds (RSPB) is a registered charity: England and Wales No. 207076 Scotland No. SC037654


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