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GATEWAY FAMILY RIDE from Grays to RSPB Rainham Marshes
The weather was excellent and the company too. The 5 intrepid committee members set off from the Civic Hall at about the specified time. The route out to the RSPB was one that we have used many times before. The way through the Mardyke Woods was thankfully dry – but a bit dusty. Once out of the woods onto Ship Lane we continued to the Arterial Road, Botany Way and onto Tank Lane. Tank Lane … Read entire article »
THURROCK CYCLE MARATHON Sunday 12th June
0900 for start time of 09:30 Location: Thurrock Civic Hall, Grays The Rotary Club of Mar Dyke Valley are organising the Thurrock Cycle Marathon from Thurrock Civic Hall in Blackshots Lane starting 9.30 on Sunday 12th June. The event is a sponsored ride to raise money for Rotary Club local charities and the Thurrock Mayor local charity. There are 3 rides of 7, 21 and 42 miles with support facilities, emergency assistance and refreshment stops. Entry online or registration … Read entire article »
GATEWAY FAMILY RIDE from Grays to Rainham Marshes
As part of Bike week 2022 , on Saturday June 11th we will be running an easy paced ride to the RSPB in Purfleet. This ride will be suitable for new riders, families, or those that want to enjoy a slower paced, shorter ride. It is open to members and non-members. We’ll meet from 09.15 am at Blackshots Sports Centre and will start the ride at 09:30am. The meeting place is on the walkway just outside the … Read entire article »
#STAND WITH UKRAINE
Gateway Cycling are proud to announce that the club has raised £435 from our Ride for Ukraine event. This has been match funded by the club to £870 and donated to the British Cycling #STAND WITH UKRAINE campaign. British Cycling will then further match fund this figure to a substantial £1,740. The following link will show the donations of the crowdfunding campaign: https://www.crowdfunder.co.uk/p/ukraine-cycling-dec/backers#start WELL DONE TO EVERYONE FOR THEIR SUPPORT FOR THIS IMPORTANT HUMANITARIAN APPEAL … Read entire article »
Gateway Ride for Ukraine
A good turnout for the ride which split into several groups. I think everyone had a good day out and the weather was excellent. The club members have raised over £400 which will be matched by the club. The money will then be forwarded to the British Cycling #STAND WITH UKRAINE campaign and they will match-fund our donation (making it worth up to 4 times the original) before splitting between: … Read entire article »
Gateway Ride for Ukraine: Route links
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/39327576 Ukraine https://ridewithgps.com/routes/39264755 Ukraine Alt 3 2 possible routes starting at Bulphan C of E Academy. Route 1: is just under 20 miles and is the standard Gateway Berwick Ponds Wednesday ride. 15 miles to the cafe stop. Route 2: is slightly longer at just under 25 miles and adds a stretch out towards Brentwood. 20 miles to the cafe stop. This might suit more experienced riders since there are two crossings (at traffic lights) of a … Read entire article »
Gateway Ride for Ukraine Sunday 8th May
GATEWAY CYCLING CHARITY RIDE for UKRAINE Sunday 8th May, 9:30 am Start Bulphan C of E Academy Following Gateway Cycling’s previous local charity ride in 2021, we have decided to run another charity event on Sunday 8thMay to raise money to support the people of Ukraine. We plan to meet at the school in Bulphan at around 9.00am for a 9.30am start. The route will be 20-25 miles in total and we will be stopping at Young’s café … Read entire article »
Gateway Ride for Ukraine
Following Gateway Cycling’s previous local charity ride in 2021, we have decided to run another charity event on Sunday 8thMay to raise money to support the people of Ukraine. We plan to meet at the school in Bulphan at around 9.00am for a 9.30am start. The route will be 20-25 miles in total and we will be stopping at Young’s café (this may be subject to change closer to the date). You can make a donation on the day (we suggest a donation of £5 per entry or you can donate more if you wish) or you can donate via the club bank account: Gateway Cycling Sort Code: 30-18-34 Account No: 01559612 using “donate” as the reference. The club will match any funds collected and we will be … Read entire article »
AGM Friday 8th. April
Gateway AGM Friday 8th. April Orsett Churches Centre 7:30 pm. The last AGM was so much fun we’ve decided to have a second one just six months later. To be honest it’s just getting back to normal service following the disruption of the covid years. So, what’s to be done. Well firstly, and most importantly, we need three people keen to get on in life and who need something good to put on their CV. Add Gateway Cycling Chair, General Secretary or Kit Secretary to your CV and see the doors that open up to you. Secondly, we need to look forward and see how we can all build the club back to it’s pre-virus years. As a starter turn up at Bulphan on this Sunday at 9:00 am. for the charity ride on behalf of a Ukraine … Read entire article »
