Ride on 20th April 2023 Lancaster and South Lakes Cycle Touring Club

Starting from Halton station we went over the narrow bridge over the Lune then straight over up steep road then turn right through village and left up Arrow Lane. Though Over Kellet and right on main road into Burton. We went left to go through country lanes to Holme then Milnthorpe. A right turn then left at junction led is to the crossroads where we turn left to drop down to Heversham and coffee stop at Levens Hall.

Leaving Levens Hall we went into Levens village. Up Main Street then right onto Whitegate then left onto Nannypie Lane and just beyond the pub a right turn took us under A591. Turning right to follow the river we came to the bridge which we used to cross the river Kent. We then went left following the road into Sedgewick. Going to Natland on Halfpenny Lane. Leaving Natland on Hawes lane we encountered a newly resurfaced lane but the going was ok. Eventually we went over river Kent and across the A591 onto Whetstone Lane. Here the hills started to play havoc with my legs but eventually I reached the Brigsteer road. A left on to Brigsteer Lane, Brigsteer Brow and left(after Brigsteer village hall!) at the junction with Low Lane then on to Brigsteer Causeway(after a nasty little very steep climb). We then had lunch at Gilpin Bridge Inn (Ed.)

After lunch home via Sampool loop. Across the moss road road to the deer park, through the deer park and to Silverdale Golf Club for a very welcome drink. Round Warton crag then Crag Bank, Bolton le Sands, Halton and Lancaster.

Brilliant ride in lovely sunny weather, yes it was a bit windy but that helped on the way home. All I need now is a decent pair of legs!!

Anyone who is interested in joining us can find information about our regular club rides on Thursdays and Sundays on our website:  www.ctclancaster.org.uk.

Jim Gardner