What we’re about
CTC Glasgow is the volunteer-lead member group of Cycling UK for the Greater Glasgow & Lanarkshire areas. We are primarily set up to offer friendly group cycling to Cycling UK members of all abilities within these areas. As well as offering group riding, we do our best to protect the interests of existing and would-be cyclists, and to inspire people of all ages, backgrounds and abilities to discover the joys of cycling. As our historic name suggests(*) we are not a racing club and our rides are generally moderate-paced day rides, though we also run leisurely paced and faster rides on the basis of the needs of the membership. We also run occasional cycling weekends. (*Cycle Touring Club)
We also offer a welcome to non-Cycling UK members onto our rides on the understanding that after 3 rides with us, they must join Cycling UK should they wish to continue. This is for insurance reasons. Cycling UK, the national cycling charity, has championed the cause of cycling since 1878 and the benefits of joining are many including insurance, cycling advice, legal support, holiday opportunities and discounts. Membership is highly recommended. The website can be viewed here https://www.cyclinguk.org/.
As an independent, democratic organisation, CTC Glasgow reflects the commitment of our members, volunteers and partners to make cycling mainstream, making a lasting difference to the lives of individuals and communities.
Please visit our website at https://www.cyclinguk.org/local-groups/glasgow for details of rides and other news. In particular, please read our Riding Safely Guidelines https://www.cyclinguk.org/group/page/our-riding-safely-guidelines.
Our rides list for Jan-June 2024 is available here RIDES LIST JAN JUNE 2024.
NOTES:
* Before joining us for a ride please note carefully of the following.
* Riders should be self-sufficient in the event of breakdown (breakdown tools & spares or phone to arrange pick-up)
* Please be prepared to bring along your own refreshments/food as café stops are likely not possible.
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Mugdock, Killearn & AlexandriaAlexandra Park Bike-Hub, Glasgow
Circular 53 mile route from Alexandria Park bike hub.
Route details, Alexandria Park bike hub, Kelvinside, Bearsden, Milngavie, Mugdock, Strathblane, Killearn, Alexandria, Dumbarton, Bowling, Clydebank, Alexandria park bike hub.
Ride includes a fair amount of climbing particularly over Mugdock to Strathblane.Cafe Stop at Killearn after 20 miles, there is also sandwich shop available at Alexandria on 31 miles (closes 14.30hrs )
Bring your own food for lunch stop
route available at:
Killearn & Alexandria (new) - 86km Cycle Route near Haghill (ID: 2036757) (plotaroute.com) - Bute Tour2Alexandra Park Bike-Hub, Glasgow
Summary: Train to Wemyss Bay, Ferry to Rothesay, Circular route of Bute, Ferry to Colintraive, cycle to Dunoon, ferry to Gourock. Train to Glasgow
Length 46 Miles, Significant Hilly Sections
Meet 9:40 AM - Glasgow Central (or Wemyss Bay 11:00).
Train Glasgow Central to Wemyss Bay 9:51, Arrives Wemyss Bay 10:38
Ferry Wemyss Bay to Rothesay 11:15, Arrives 11:50
Circular Route of Rothesay
Ferry from Rhubodach to Colintraive (Ferries approx. every 30mins)
Colintraive to Loch Striven to Loch Tarsan then along Holy loch to Hunters Quay Dunoon.
Ferry from Hunters Quay Dunoon to McInroy’s Point (Ferries approx. every 30mins)
Route Details
https://www.plotaroute.com/route/1258841
Cycle from Ferry at McInroy’s Point to Gourock Station (About 1 mile)
Return Train Gourock - Glasgow Central - (Regular trains approx. every 30mins)
Anticipate Return to Gourock 18:00 Glasgow 19:00
Lunch stop may be remote from Café’s - Bring your own lunch.
Ride subject to change (or worst-case cancellation) if Weather forecast poor.For details of upcoming rides; please see attached ride Schedule Jan – June 2024.
