Wates Bike & Hike
Friday 19th May 2023
Enjoy a day out of the office to explore the Yorkshire Dales by bike and by boot. Everyone is welcome to join in!
ITINERARY
Breakfast at 8:30am
We’ll start the day with breakfast rolls and tea/coffee to prepare for our big day out
Bike at 9:30am
We’ll roll out for a scenic ride, taking in the best cycling roads in the Yorkshire Dales (30 & 45 mile route options)
Lunch at 1:00pm
Tuck into lunch to fuel up for our afternoon hike
Hike at 2:30pm
We’ll explore the picturesque walking trails around the Bolton Abbey and the surrounding hills
Dinner at 7:00pm
Celebrate our achievements together over a hearty dinner back at the Devonshire Arms.
RIDE
The various route options take us through the flat country lanes along the Wharfedale Valley. We'll stop en route for a well-deserved coffee break on the Riverbank in Burnsall before we head back to fuel up before our afternoon hike.
WALK
Our circular undulating walk takes us through mixed terrain over Hare Head. We'll drop down into Stridd Woods for a cold drink or and ice cream before meandering along the river back through Bolton Abbey.
RIDE/WALK LEADERS
Our expert local guides will direct us around Yorkshire's stunning scenery so we can relax and enjoy the ride/walk. Ride groups will be based on ability, with our ride leaders controlling the pace. We'll regroup at the top of hills and no one will be left behind.
DINNER
We'd love for you to join us for a relaxed dinner back at the Devonshire Arms, where we can enjoy a well-earned meal and a pint - or two - and share stories of our day.