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The Hayling Cycle Ride annual event, now in its historic 27th year, has established a substantial track record, both in the world of cycling and that of charitable fundraising. It combines the challenges of cycling over five days and that of raising at least £150 for the charity of your choice. Over £1.3m has been raised through the event for over 500 charities.
Following last year's successful ride to Le Mans, when we rediscovered that 'small is beautiful', we have decided to limit the number of riders to 120. We have now decided upon the shape of this year's Ride, the 27th year and first ride of a 'new era', with a new, compact committee, but the same dedication to detail in the organisation of the event!
As with last year, the rider will have the choice of longer and shorter routes on some of the days. We arrive in Holland on Monday morning, 9th July, having travelled overnight on the ferry
Day 1 Hook to Haarlem (50 miles)
The route follows the North Sea cycle path, with beautiful sandy beaches and through a nature reserve. Haarlem is the capital of the province of North Holland, the city is located on the River Spaarne and has been the historical centre of the tulip bulb growing district for centuries.
Day 2 Haarlem to Amsterdam (70 miles/25 miles)
The longer route takes you to Heemskerk, then over to the pretty town of Edam (cheese), then to Volendam, where you catch the ferry to Marken. Then cycle along the sea dyke to Ijplein and into Amsterdam. The shorter route is a direct cycle path to Amsterdam for those that wish to spend longer in the Capital.
Day 3 Amsterdam to Amersfoort (80+ miles/40 miles)
The longer route will visit forest land and may even include a hill or two! For those choosing the shorter route, you will follow canals and a pretty ride into the beautiful medieval town of Amersfoort.
Day 4 Amersfoort to Dordrecht via Utrecht (70 miles)
Cycling through woodland and passing windmills. Dordrecht is the oldest city in Holland having been granted city rights in 1220. The city is home to over 950 monuments.
We plan to have a gala dinner in Dordrecht on our last night in Holland
Day 5 Dordrecht to Hook (75 miles/60 miles) The day after the night before!
The longer route will visit Delft, one of the prettiest cities in Holland and best known for the blue and white porcelain and pottery. Delft is home to the Dutch Royal family and is where William of Orange was killed and buried in 1584.
The shorter route will take you on a lovely route directly back to the ferry, passing the giant sluice, you'll see the Maeslandkering - the enormous automatic storm-surge barriers that help protect the whole of south Holland from flooding and which are the largest moveable structures on Earth! You should have time to stop and have a look round.
We look forward to cycling with you in 2012!
In order that the organisers can make the exact bookings (hotels, ferries and support) it would be appreciated if you could complete the online entry form and also pay the deposit of £200 online (this includes any £100 booking/reservation fee), by no later than the 29th February 2012. The full entry fee of £450 must be paid no later than 30th April 2012. Due to pressure on numbers, a place cannot continue to be reserved without the entry form and a deposit of £200. Standing order forms are available on request, to facilitate stage payments.
Entry information: Lori Poore on 07816 960806 or e-mail haylingcycleride@gmail.comGeneral enquiries: 023 9246 1412 and mobile 07770 888501
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2011 Paris to Hayling Cycle Ride We have now decided upon the shape of this year’s Ride, the 26th year and first ride of the ‘new era’, with many new committee members and organisers taking us forward. Apart from the exciting new route and ride options, we are pleased to confirm that this year we shall be returning on a Saturday and by the lunchtime Seacat! All of the details can be found on the Main Ride page. |
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