An easy ride to Newhailes

Join Barbara and Stella
for a slightly longer, but relaxed ride to Newhailes. Good for beginners or women returning to cycling after a break or anyone who feels they aren't fit enough for longer/faster/more challenging rides.

Starting at the Commonwealth Pool, we will take the Innocent Railway path to the Range, skirting round to bypass Brunstane Station, we take a quiet road and shared paths out through Newcraighall, and the grounds of QMU, until we get to Newhailes.

We'll pause here for a break, sitting outside giving the option for people to bring their own snacks/drinks, or purchase from the cafe.

Our return takes us out of Newhailes on to the Brunstane path along to Portobello. Taking our time along the prom, we'll come out on quiet route 10 towards Leith, before switching to the Restalrig cycle path to Lochend Park. A short road section sees us into Sunnybank Terrace, where we take a cut through to Holyrood park, with a final hill climb up Holyrood drive taking us back to our start point.

Distance: 14 miles
Difficulty: Easy
Pace: Relaxed
Suitable Bike Types: Any
Surface: Shared use paths and quiet roads - one short section of hard packed dirt through Newhailes.
Route map:
https://www.mapmyride.com/routes/view/2318844511

What to Bring:
• Two spare inner tubes (right size for your tyres) and tools to remove your wheels if they are not quick-release and/or a means of getting home if needed e.g. friend/taxi.
• Water and snacks. We intend to stop at Newhailes for snack break at the outdoor seating behind the house. This makes it easy for you to choose whether to bring a snack or purchase something in the nearby courtyard cafe
• Cash/card for any purchases during or at/the end of the ride
• Weather appropriate clothing - Consider waterproofs/gloves - layers are best!

RSVPs: Please update your RSVP if you can't come, even if you're on the waitlist.
Check this page for any updates/comments before setting off in the morning and aim to arrive 10 minutes before the ride start time for the briefing.

Donations: Belles is a completely volunteer run group, but we do have running costs of approximately £400-£450 a year. Please consider donating either directly to our bank account:
Account name: BELLES ON BIKES EDINBURGH
Sort Code: 83-18-25
Account Number: 18849509

Or through this link -
ko-fi.com/bellesonbikes

By chipping in, you’ll be able to help us power future rides across Edinburgh and the Lothians.