Club Rides — Holmfirth Cycling Club

Getting there

When & where

Non-members are welcome to join us for up to two rides before joining. Please contact the Club Runs Co-ordinator beforehand so we can expect you.

Sunday rides

9:00am (BST) · 9:30am (GMT)

Summer hours apply during British Summer Time (late March–late October). Group D may start earlier — check the ride listing.

Wednesday rides

9:30am all year round

Once a month the Wednesday ride is an away day — check the listing for the start location.

Default meeting point

Co-op car park, Holmfirth

Both Sunday and Wednesday rides start here unless the ride listing says otherwise.

Thursday evening ride

6:00pm · Foresters Arms, Lower Cumberworth

C/D pace. No pre-planned route — the group decides on the night. Winter rides follow bus routes for better road conditions.

What's on

Rides this week

Upcoming club rides over the next seven days. All routes are available to download before you ride.

The groups

Which group suits you?

Not sure? Come along and ask — the Club Runs Co-ordinator will point you in the right direction.

Group A — beginners & returners

No experience needed · Very sociable · Arranged when needed

15–20 mi

Steady pace

This is our entry-level group ride, aimed at those who haven't been on a bike for a while or who are building towards riding with Group B. It's a very friendly and sociable ride with no expectation of prior group riding experience. An experienced club member will be on hand to offer advice on gear selection, road position, group riding skills and general cycling topics.

15–20 miles No experience needed Café stop Arranged on demand

Group B — short & long options

Medium pace · Café stop · Re-groups on hills

25–50 mi

10.5–12 mph

A sociable medium-pace ride that includes a café stop. The short option covers around 30 miles (approx. 3 hours riding time) and the long option covers around 45 miles (approx. 4 hours). Both rides re-group regularly — particularly after hills — making them accessible to riders still building fitness. A good stepping stone toward faster groups.

25–50 miles 10.5–12 mph Café stop Re-groups on hills

Group C — short & long options

Faster pace · Café stop

40–70 mi

12–14 mph

For riders who want a quicker pace than Group B. A café stop is included. The short option covers 40–50 miles and the long option 50–70 miles, with the long ride typically aiming to be back by 15:00. A route is agreed by the route planner in advance, with café stop options confirmed on the day.

40–70 miles 12–14 mph Café stop Back by 15:00 (long)

Group D — fast & far

Through and off · Tight twos · Gravel options

70–95+ mi

13.5–15.5 mph

Social but demanding. These rides require a decent level of fitness and bike-handling ability. The group rides in tight twos and uses through-and-off technique, which creates a smoother and faster ride — this takes discipline from the whole group. Don't worry if you haven't ridden like this before; other members will help you, though if you're not comfortable with this riding style, Group D is not for you right now.

Group D rides may start earlier than other groups and include gravel rides when conditions and routes are favourable.

70–95+ miles 13.5–15.5 mph Through and off Tight twos Gravel options Early start possible

Women's Ride

All abilities welcome · Sociable pace · Confidence-building

20–40 mi

All abilities

A dedicated group ride for women of all abilities. Many riders are more reticent about their ability, or find it harder to find a way into groups that are faster and predominantly male — this ride is about changing that. The Women's Ride tackles proper West Yorkshire roads at a pace that works for the group on the day, with a café stop and a friendly atmosphere. Whether you're returning to cycling or a regular rider who wants a different kind of group experience, you're welcome.

20–40 miles All abilities Café stop Re-groups throughout Full details →

Thursday Evening Ride

C/D pace · No fixed route · 6pm start

20–30 mi

12–15 mph avg

A relaxed Thursday evening spin — the route is decided by the group on the night, so no two rides are the same. Suitable for C and D group riders but will ride at the pace of whoever turns up. In winter, rides tend to follow bus routes where roads are more likely to be gritted and lit.

20–30 miles C/D pace Thursday 6pm Foresters Arms, Lower Cumberworth No fixed route

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Coaching

Ages 8+ · Go Ride sessions · Saturdays

Ages 8+

14:30–15:30

HCC is a Go Ride club, running Saturday coaching sessions for young riders at Holmfirth High School. Sessions build bike handling skills and confidence as one group, regardless of starting ability, with more advanced Cyclocross and Road Racing techniques introduced for riders ready for the next step. A free taster session is available before joining.

Ages 8+ Saturdays 14:30–15:30 Holmfirth High School 1 free taster Full details →

Safety

Ride guidance

All riders are expected to follow the Highway Code and ride in a manner that is safe and considerate to other road users. Club guidance documents cover road positioning, signalling, group riding etiquette and what to do if you get a puncture or mechanical.

Request guidance documents →

Young riders

Juniors & coaching

HCC runs a Go Ride coaching programme for younger riders. We also have specific guidance for young riders joining club runs. Get in touch with our Club Coach for more information.

Coaching details →

Electric bikes

E-bike policy

Riders on electric bikes are welcome at HCC. We ask that e-bike riders join the group appropriate to their ability without motor assistance, so that the experience is consistent for the whole group. If you have questions about riding an e-bike with us, please get in touch.

Try a Ride

Non-members welcome for two trial rides. Contact us first so we can expect you.

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