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Upcoming Events
The Club has a Facebook Group page which is a popular place for discussion of all things cycling, club announcements and events.
Not everyone is a Facebook user so we have now built in a Facebook Group page feed that you can see upcoming and past events.
Please note, only WSJCC Facebook member’s events will be displayed. There may be more events on our Facebook Group page, so where possible always check the official page here.
Hillers Farm Shop & Restaurant Dunnington Heath Alcester B49 5PD Map
This ride will start from Hillers Garden Centre Dunnington Heath Farm Alcester B49 5PD on Sunday May 23rd, 2021 meeting at 9.15 and then setting off at 9.30. You may want to drive to this location, there is parking on site, we have been asked to use the overflow area, it is clearly signposted.
We have been and checked our planned routes, one is 9 miles round and the other 11.2 miles, after the first loop we will return to the farm shop so any rider wishing to drop off at this point can do so with ease, we had to revise the second route due to a road closure in the area and you will see we will have to backtrack along part of the route. We propose to ride at an average speed of 9-12 mph, no one will be left behind and on return plan to enjoy refreshments (please ensure you bring a face covering with you).
It would be much appreciated if you are planning to join us to tick ‘GOING’ or 'Interested' as this will help the WBR team organise the ride groups. Finally, if there are concerns about the potential weather conditions, we will post a warning message on FaceBook the evening before and make the final decision at 7.30am on the morning of the ride.
Ride leaders Jan Basford, Andrew Green, Julie Cooke & Jackie Blythe
“Check out 23.05.21 Wixford Loop on Strava.”
www.strava.com/routes/2827266783240599194
“Check out 23.05.21 Iron Cross Loop on Strava.”
www.strava.com/routes/2827268865285559990
100ml ride from Knighton Powys
100 mile ride starting from Knighton Powys. Ride based on autumn epic sportive. First 7 to pm me are in. Details can be found on rideadventures.co.uk/autumnepic/routes.html#epic100 Have posted route on FB club page. A couple of places left pm me if you want to ride not if only interested WSJCC members only
Past Events
St Peters Garden CentrePear Tree Farm, BroomhallWorcester,WR5 2NY Map
Sunday E ride out to Ripple and back Via Twyning. Coffee stop to be confirmed
Average speed of 12-13mph, no one left behind and re-group on any hills.
9.15 C Ride East Worcestershire Loop
Premier Inn Worcester City CentreCounty Ground, New RoadWorcester,WR2 4RL Map
Meet on Worcester Bridge at 9.15 am
Heading East as the Met Office predict less rain there, but plenty of opportunity on route to head home if needed.
Cafe stop Lakeview Cafe
Broad Acres Fishery, Broad Acres Farm, Forest Lane, Hanbury
All welcome...usual format
1. This is 14/15 pace (wsjcc.co.uk/club-rides/)
2. Please download route and check this is for you...this is not a mystery tour!
3. Keep to government guidelines, social distancing and bring a facemask for the café stop.
4. I am leading the ride, but I am not your mother. All riders should be capable and self sufficient, but also this a team sport so look after each other. We ride in a group, stay together, and stop on top of hills and at junctions. Please ensure you understand and follow the club rules (wsjcc.co.uk/group-riding-guidelines/)
5. Please click “going” (if bail out in the morning please change)
Routes
www.strava.com/routes/2828659750170465022
connect.garmin.com/modern/course/59160816
See you all tomorrow peeps...rain optional 🤞
St Peters Garden Centre
A conservative proposal this week given the current weather forecast - around Bredon Hill with an optional rain dependent stop at the Silk Mill ( who have pods!). Around 40 miles, mudguard deployment will be very useful. Please indicate Going if you wish to join us, NOTE meeting point! Maximum ride size 12 people.
Himbleton
Road ride for 8 and overs - 10miles, all flat and on quiet lanes. Ideal for new young road riders and regulars alike (if new check our website guidance and Young Rider policy first). To book a place e-mail paul or [email protected] Next Friday its the Lenches, and advance diary date Tues 1st June am for road coaching.
Premier Inn Worcester City Centre
55 miles, 3000 feet climbing, you'll need mudguards I think, not going to rush this one.
Dirty lanes.............
Usual format.
Meet at the new inn at Claines
Any questions please ask
D/C ride pace 14/15 average speed
Please upload the route.
connect.garmin.com/modern/course/40115488
Wednesday C ride Winchcombe via Cleeve Hill
Worcester River BridgeWorcester, Map
55 miles steady ride with one hill in the middle
Premier Inn Worcester
Terry has already posted a C ride to Winchcombe. A slower ride will go via Castlemorton to Staunton, refuelling stop is St George’s Bakery. Return via Upton on Severn. Distance circa 55 miles, pace a steady 14/15 mph. Please indicate Going if you wish to join us.
The new inn at claines
Ride to Dunstall time trial from the new inn at 530.
Catch us on route if it suits just give me heads up.
connect.garmin.com/modern/course/58483877
Premier Inn Worcester City CentreCounty Ground, New RoadWorcester,WR2 4RL Map
50 miles approx at 15/16mph. Cafe stop Bewdley. Consider mudguards / winter bikes if raining at start time but should clear. 6 max. Route will depend on weather / riders so please tick or message me.
Upton MarinaEast Waterside, Upton-upon-SevernWorcester,WR8 0 Map
This ride will start from Upton Marina on Sunday May 9th, 2021 meeting at 9.15 and then setting off at 9.30. You may want to drive to this location, there is parking on site.
We are going to use two 10-mile loops that we have used before, after the first loop we will return to the Marina so any rider wishing to drop off at this point can do so with ease. We propose to ride at an average speed of 9-12 mph, no one will be left behind and on return hope to enjoy refreshments following the Marina’s social distancing rules (please ensure you bring a face covering with you).
It would be much appreciated if you tick ‘GOING’ or 'INTERESTED; this will help WBR team with planning. Finally, if there are concerns about the potential weather conditions, we will post a warning message on FaceBook the evening before and make the final decision at 7.30am on the morning of the ride.
Ride leaders Jan Basford, Andrew Green, Jane Rees & Jackie Blythe
“Check out 9.5.21 Earls Croome loop Upton Marina on Strava.”
www.strava.com/routes/2824303545543181736
“Check out 9.5.21 Twyning Loop Upton Marina on Strava.”
www.strava.com/routes/2824302706012404032
St Peters Garden CentrePear Tree Farm, BroomhallWorcester,WR5 2NY Map
Laid back ride up the wyche and back about 50 miles 14-15mph
Saturday A/B brisk training bash
Premier Inn Worcester City CentreCounty Ground, New RoadWorcester,WR2 4RL Map
Group training ride at brisk and consistent 18 mph for around 2 hours, often finishing with some through-and-off. Riders should be reasonably fit and comfortable at speed in a compact group.
Read the advice here wsjcc.co.uk/group-riding-guidelines/
I can't be there every week to lead. Here is a list of suggested routes, but attendees can decide on the day:
08-May Alcocks Green ridewithgps.com/routes/31673158
15-May Kinnersley RR ridewithgps.com/routes/6006459
22-May Longdon ridewithgps.com/routes/6776582
29-May Beckford c/w ridewithgps.com/routes/28538284
05-Jun Astley ridewithgps.com/routes/28839715
12-Jun Hollybush ridewithgps.com/routes/6659460
19-Jun Cookhill-Hanbury ridewithgps.com/routes/28486204
26-Jun Hanbury - Dodford ridewithgps.com/routes/28935608
03-Jul Fladbury a/c ridewithgps.com/routes/28622110
10-Jul Upton - British Camp ridewithgps.com/routes/6006928
17-Jul Harvington c/w ridewithgps.com/routes/26520060
24-Jul Hanbury-Cookhill ridewithgps.com/routes/11916952
31-Jul Strensham - Kinnersley ridewithgps.com/routes/18268152
17-Apr Kinnersley RR circuit ridewithgps.com/routes/6006459
24-Apr Harvington a/c ridewithgps.com/routes/6006415
01-May Cradley - Colwall ridewithgps.com/routes/34011751
Premier Inn Worcester City CentreCounty Ground, New RoadWorcester,WR2 4RL Map
Nice day forecast so heres a tour around Hereford crossing Bridges Sollers and Hoarwithy. Mostly lanes so expect some poor conditions. 83m and 4,000ft. Bring your own sandwich for first stop and we'll find something for second stop. Pace will be easy C, speeding up on return if any legs left. 6 max so tick and message me if not a friend.
The new inn at claines
14/16 average speed . Social distancing please .
Ombersley
Boreley
Chadwick bank.
Hartlebury
Please upload the route.
Chaddesley corbett,
Belbrougton ,
Back to Droitwich ,
Then home.
connect.garmin.com/modern/course/44467730
9.30 Wednesday C ride to Hillers
Premier Inn Worcester City CentreCounty Ground, New RoadWorcester,WR2 4RL Map
50 miles steady, not hilly.
2nd Attempt at the hilly Hallow course this week
Sign on from Hallow village hall
Peter Cockcroft is organiser
If you are able then please pay £4 into the club’s account beforehand, however, if you are unable to do this then please bring the correct change. Could you also bring your own pen for signing on.
Riders will be allocated a number for the season!! Could you please return this after the last event that you intend to ride.
Please observe our Covid measures, see below.
By attending any of our Time Trials you are agreeing to abide by the following instructions.
• Only club members can compete in our time trials.
• Competitors and helpers must not have had a positive Covid test in the three weeks prior to the event.
• Competitors and helpers must not have been told to self-isolate or shield
• Competitors and helpers must not attend if they feel ill in ANY way or if family members have any Covid symptoms
• Competitors and helpers with an elevated heart rate or asymptomatic illness of ANY kind should NOT start and leave the event immediately.
• All warm-ups should be done on the road not on static bikes.
• Competitors and helpers must not gather in groups that exceed current guidelines
• Competitors and helpers must not leave any personal items with the time keeper.
• Competitors finishing must not stop at the finish or loiter at the HQ/carpark. They should pack away and leave immediately upon completion of their race.
• No support can be provided if a competitor suffers mechanical difficulties. It is strongly advised that all competitors carry with them a spare inner-tube/tubular, pump and tools.
• It is strongly advised that all competitors carry a mobile phone and take with them the telephone number of the event organiser.
• Competitors should telephone the organiser if you have failed to finish the event.
• Spectators are not encouraged to attend.
• Do not approach or talk to the time keepers; times will be online later.
Premier Inn Worcester City CentreCounty Ground, New RoadWorcester,WR2 4RL Map
Choice of cafe stop in or around Ledbury.
09:30 prompt start from the bridge 50/60 miles @ 15mph average. Max group of 6 so will need to split riders if over subscribed.
Premier Inn Worcester City CentreCounty Ground, New RoadWorcester,WR2 4RL Map
This weeks ride is a flat one over to Harpury.
It’s a cracking route , coffee stop at Ashleworth post office......
14/15 average speed . Social distancing please
strava.app.link/07fLmKTXSfb
Please upload the route
Saturday A/B brisk training bash
Premier Inn Worcester City CentreCounty Ground, New RoadWorcester,WR2 4RL Map
Group training ride at brisk and consistent 18 mph for around 2 hours, often finishing with some through-and-off. Riders should be reasonably fit and comfortable at speed in a compact group.
Read the advice here wsjcc.co.uk/group-riding-guidelines/
I can't be there every week to lead. Here is a list of suggested routes, but attendees can decide on the day:
17-Apr Kinnersley RR circuit ridewithgps.com/routes/6006459
24-Apr Harvington a/c ridewithgps.com/routes/6006415
01-May Cradley - Colwall ridewithgps.com/routes/34011751
08-May Alcocks Green ridewithgps.com/routes/31673158
15-May Kinnersley RR ridewithgps.com/routes/6006459
22-May Longdon ridewithgps.com/routes/6776582
29-May Beckford c/w ridewithgps.com/routes/28538284
05-Jun Astley ridewithgps.com/routes/28839715
12-Jun Hollybush ridewithgps.com/routes/6659460
19-Jun Cookhill-Hanbury ridewithgps.com/routes/28486204
26-Jun Hanbury - Dodford ridewithgps.com/routes/28935608
03-Jul Fladbury a/c ridewithgps.com/routes/28622110
10-Jul Upton - British Camp ridewithgps.com/routes/6006928
17-Jul Harvington c/w ridewithgps.com/routes/26520060
24-Jul Hanbury-Cookhill ridewithgps.com/routes/11916952
31-Jul Strensham - Kinnersley ridewithgps.com/routes/18268152
WSJCC 'D' RIDE 34Miles inc. hills (Pub??)
Premier Inn Worcester City CentreCounty Ground, New RoadWorcester,WR2 4RL Map
Gez Hoare to lead a ride via Droitwich to Top Barn Coffee Cabin (approx 23 miles). Then a few more miles via Sinton Green, Monkwood & Martley. Total approx. 34 miles. People can head back home from Top Barn if they wish. There are a few long steady hills, but average MPH to be approx 12/13. Couple of light tracks suitable for skinnyish tyres. There may be a pub stop on way back if anyone fancies an Ale.
www.komoot.com/tour/356534874?ref=aso&share_token=a39HlurFNYzAD0nLOvff3fQTRNfSEbxb0lEkmKgpAMjOJzaRDE
Premier Inn Worcester
Route of 42 miles out through Ockeridge and Great Whitley to Menithwood, back through Stockton and the Teme Valley. Refuel at the Cob House after 30 miles. Maximum 12 riders, 2 groups of 6 if required. Please indicate Going if you plan to join us.
St Peters Garden Centre
🐥Early Bird Special🐥
Saturday morning @ 8:00am
Meeting at St Peters Garden Centre
41 miles, relatively flat and will average about 15/16mph🚴🏼♂️💨
No-one left behind and regroup at the top of any hills🏔🚴🏼♂️🏔
Route - www.strava.com/routes/2817472330332081666
Stop at Broadacres Cafe
Please click ‘Going’ if you’re riding🚴🏼♂️👍🏼
Friday Silk Mill in Reverse 13/14 mph av
Premier Inn Worcester City CentreCounty Ground, New RoadWorcester,WR2 4RL Map
Out via Drakes Broughton, Bishampton
Worcester bridge
Meet on worcester bridge
On thursday at six
14/15 average speed
30 miles loop at 14/15 average speed
Please upload the route
connect.garmin.com/modern/course/49682309
09:30 Club Run Trumpet Tea Rooms
Club Run to Trumpet Tea Rooms meet Premier Inn New Rd for a prompt 09:30 start. . miles 15/16 mph average usual terms & conditions apply
Chance lane Restricted gear TT
Little different this week points got to riders running low gear first see comments for more info
Peter Cockcroft is organiser
If you are able then please pay £4 into the club’s account beforehand, however, if you are unable to do this then please bring the correct change. Could you also bring your own pen for signing on.
Riders will be allocated a number for the season!! Could you please return this after the last event that you intend to ride.
Please observe our Covid measures, see below.
By attending any of our Time Trials you are agreeing to abide by the following instructions.
• Only club members can compete in our time trials.
• Competitors and helpers must not have had a positive Covid test in the three weeks prior to the event.
• Competitors and helpers must not have been told to self-isolate or shield
• Competitors and helpers must not attend if they feel ill in ANY way or if family members have any Covid symptoms
• Competitors and helpers with an elevated heart rate or asymptomatic illness of ANY kind should NOT start and leave the event immediately.
• All warm-ups should be done on the road not on static bikes.
• Competitors and helpers must not gather in groups that exceed current guidelines
• Competitors and helpers must not leave any personal items with the time keeper.
• Competitors finishing must not stop at the finish or loiter at the HQ/carpark. They should pack away and leave immediately upon completion of their race.
• No support can be provided if a competitor suffers mechanical difficulties. It is strongly advised that all competitors carry with them a spare inner-tube/tubular, pump and tools.
• It is strongly advised that all competitors carry a mobile phone and take with them the telephone number of the event organiser.
• Competitors should telephone the organiser if you have failed to finish the event.
• Spectators are not encouraged to attend.
• Do not approach or talk to the time keepers; times will be online later.
cotswolds
3 to 4 hour cross country mountain bike ride on the superb tracks of the Cotswolds. Non technical so if its dry gravel and CX bikes OK (pace will be to full sus mtb bikes). Message Paul for meet details. New members welcome.
St Peters Garden Centre
This Wellbeing & Introductory ride (9-11 mph) is scheduled to start from St Peter’s Garden Centre, Norton on Sunday 25th April meeting at 9.15 am and setting off at 9.30 am. For those of you planning to drive to this location you will find plenty of parking on site.
We have two options for you to choose from:-
1. A 22 mile loop
2. Two loops organised of approx. 10 miles of which you may opt to do one or both (please note we have used these two loops before, they will though be different as we hope the sun is shining and we will see blossom on the trees)
We plan to ride in small groups 6-8 and can accommodate approx. 30 riders at present, if needed we will be able to arrange another group . On return to base, we hope to be able to sit in the garden area and enjoy refreshments, we are expected, don’t forget to bring a face covering so you can walk to the counter to place your order.
It would be much appreciated if after you have ticked ‘GOING’ you could inform us of your ride choice on the FaceBook event as this will help the WBR team with planning (you can of course change your mind but as mentioned this info in advance will be extremely useful).
Finally, if there are concerns about the potential weather conditions, we will post a warning message on FaceBook the evening before and make the final decision at 7.30am on the morning of the ride.
“Check out 25.4.21 1 Norton Loop on Strava.”
www.strava.com/routes/2768267383520646912
“Check out 25.4.21 2 Kempsey Loop on Strava.”
www.strava.com/routes/2768267685680176972
“Check out 25.4.21 22 mile Broomhall/St Peters extended loop on Strava.”
www.strava.com/routes/2818892679645357400
Ride leaders Jan Basford, Jane Rees, Andrew Green & Julie Cooke
Worcester bridge
The 915 ride tomorrow will go over to Broadway.
14/15 average speed
Back about 130/2
Social distancing please
Also upload the route.
www.strava.com/routes/9013627
Saturday A/B brisk training bash
Premier Inn Worcester City CentreCounty Ground, New RoadWorcester,WR2 4RL Map
Group training ride at brisk and consistent 18 mph for around 2 hours, often finishing with some through-and-off. Riders should be reasonably fit and comfortable at speed in a compact group.
Read the advice here wsjcc.co.uk/group-riding-guidelines/
I can't be there every week to lead. Here is a list of suggested routes, but attendees can decide on the day:
17-Apr Kinnersley RR circuit ridewithgps.com/routes/6006459
24-Apr Harvington a/c ridewithgps.com/routes/6006415
01-May Cradley - Colwall ridewithgps.com/routes/34011751
08-May Alcocks Green ridewithgps.com/routes/31673158
15-May Kinnersley RR ridewithgps.com/routes/6006459
22-May Longdon ridewithgps.com/routes/6776582
29-May Beckford c/w ridewithgps.com/routes/28538284
05-Jun Astley ridewithgps.com/routes/28839715
12-Jun Hollybush ridewithgps.com/routes/6659460
19-Jun Cookhill-Hanbury ridewithgps.com/routes/28486204
26-Jun Hanbury - Dodford ridewithgps.com/routes/28935608
03-Jul Fladbury a/c ridewithgps.com/routes/28622110
10-Jul Upton - British Camp ridewithgps.com/routes/6006928
17-Jul Harvington c/w ridewithgps.com/routes/26520060
24-Jul Hanbury-Cookhill ridewithgps.com/routes/11916952
31-Jul Strensham - Kinnersley ridewithgps.com/routes/18268152
St Peters Garden Centre Worcester
55 mile ride to Toddington via Beckford and Winchcombe, back via Pershore. Refuelling at Flag & Whistle Café. Maximum 12 in two groups, volunteer will be needed to lead second group. Please indicate Going if you are joining us.
Premier Inn Worcester City Centre
A longish, flattish, meandering ride out towards Staunton and back. Plan will be to stop at Staunton Garden Centre. Should be around 40 miles and usual D/E pace.
🐥Early Bird Special🐥
Saturday morning @ 7:30am
Meeting at St Peters Garden Centre
41 miles, relatively flat and will average about 15/16mph🚴🏼♂️💨
No-one left behind and regroup at the top of any hills🏔🚴🏼♂️🏔
Route - www.strava.com/routes/2817472330332081666
Stop at Broadacres Cafe
Please click ‘Going’ if you’re riding🚴🏼♂️👍🏼
Premier Inn Worcester City CentreCounty Ground, New RoadWorcester,WR2 4RL Map
Too nice a day for short one! Relaxed C ride 55 odd miles at 15mph to South of Tewks and find a cafe / pub around Gotherington. 6 only please and not suitable for following group so tick / message me to be sure of place.
Worcester bridge
Meet on the bridge at six by the premier inn.
connect.garmin.com/modern/course/43984669
14/15 average speed over bout 30 miles ok
Social distancing please
09:30 Premier Inn New Rd
Leave @ 09:30 prompt
usual terms and conditions apply hopefully coffee and cake available this time
Premier Inn Worcester
John C has already posted a Club ride to Newent at 9.30am tomorrow. Anyone who, like me, has to get back early or wants a shorter ride is welcome to join us on the Bridge for a 9am leave. Route is about 43 miles via Droitwich, Upper Bentley and Elcock’s Brook. Refuel at Droitwich Golf Club. Please indicate Going if you are joining us, ride C/D pace.
3rd club TT Of the season is Hallow 10 miles tough hilly course
wsjcc.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/K22_10H-TT-Hallow.pdf
Peter Cockcroft is organiser
If you are able then please pay £4 into the club’s account beforehand, however, if you are unable to do this then please bring the correct change. Could you also bring your own pen for signing on.
Riders will be allocated a number for the season!! Could you please return this after the last event that you intend to ride.
Please observe our Covid measures, see below.
By attending any of our Time Trials you are agreeing to abide by the following instructions.
• Only club members can compete in our time trials.
• Competitors and helpers must not have had a positive Covid test in the three weeks prior to the event.
• Competitors and helpers must not have been told to self-isolate or shield
• Competitors and helpers must not attend if they feel ill in ANY way or if family members have any Covid symptoms
• Competitors and helpers with an elevated heart rate or asymptomatic illness of ANY kind should NOT start and leave the event immediately.
• All warm-ups should be done on the road not on static bikes.
• Competitors and helpers must not gather in groups that exceed current guidelines
• Competitors and helpers must not leave any personal items with the time keeper.
• Competitors finishing must not stop at the finish or loiter at the HQ/carpark. They should pack away and leave immediately upon completion of their race.
• No support can be provided if a competitor suffers mechanical difficulties. It is strongly advised that all competitors carry with them a spare inner-tube/tubular, pump and tools.
• It is strongly advised that all competitors carry a mobile phone and take with them the telephone number of the event organiser.
• Competitors should telephone the organiser if you have failed to finish the event.
• Spectators are not encouraged to attend.
• Do not approach or talk to the time keepers; times will be online later.