Farcycles
Our activities
About us
Farcycles actively promotes community participation in recreational cycling activities as well as a lifestyle choice for local journeys. Our mission is to influence all aspects of cycling within our community and the surrounding area.
We aim to change the way our society views the use of bikes. Our team of volunteers have lots of experience managing rides for all types of cyclist from beginner learners, those looking to increase their confidence out on the road in a small group, through to bike riders wanting to join a larger group, get some exercise and make friends.
Farcycles offers a variety of Saturday morning group rides at different distances and speeds. Each ride has a designated Ride Host and includes a mid-route coffee stop. The emphasis is on social riding as a group and exploring the beautiful area. The rides run throughout the year, with actual timings and routes adapting to the forecast and season.
During July each year, the Farcycles team organise an annual sportive around the Cotswold countryside. There are three routes of differing length and elevation depending upon your experience. This is not a race and is designed for riders to push themselves or just take it easy.
Ready to take the next step? Whether you’re just starting out on your bike riding journey and are looking for some lessons, or have some experience and would like to meet up with like-minded people to enjoy riding with others and forming new friendships, we encourage you to join us.
Information about the group rides
Pink rides - 45-65 miles at 15-17 mph
Red rides - 35-50 miles at 14-16 mph
Blue rides - 20-25 miles at 10-13 mph