Vogrie Country Park VCP

We shall meet at Charwood Grill restaurant Fairmilehead at 9.50am for 10 am start.
We head out to Loanhead via Straiton ,toilets are not open unfortunately. We use the cycle path to Roslin then Roslin Glen and up to Carrington quiet roads to Temple,Middleton and Borthwick, Newlandrig
and our lunchtime destination at Vogrie Country Park. ( about 20 miles).

There is a cafe, toilets and outdoor tables but mindful of current regulations ,we should disperse in smaller groups for our picnic. There are only a few tables available indoors not enough to reserve for the whole group but individuals may be lucky if they wish to sit in.

After lunch we have one last climb to Edgehead but then a great descent to Dalkeith . We will make use of the River Esk cycle path for a short time before diverting off to join NCI to Newcraighall and Innocent Railway path to Commonwealth Pool where ride finishes ( 36 miles total ).

The weather forecast at present is for sunny intervals and light winds ,the temperatures are definitely getting cooler however there’s an autumnal feel in the air.

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TEXT me on 07855452415 by Saturday evening if you are coming along. Limit is 15 riders. Also note the instructions below on Covid regulations.

Please also read our riding guidelines https://www.cyclinguk.org/group/page/guidelines-safe-riding for safety and the safety of others in the group.

We will ride as usual in small groups of around 5 and please avoid bunching up at junctions. You should bring 2 spare inner tubes, tools to change an inner, and a pump. Also, water, snacks to keep you going, a picnic lunch, something to sit on wet grass and a bike lock.

Remember you are riding at your own risk and whilst the group will always try to help as best as possible, you are responsible for looking after yourself and getting yourself home.

You should already have emailed ironside@blueyonder.co.uk to confirm you have read the Covid-19 regulations below otherwise you will not be allowed to ride.

Please note that by attending a ride:

You are self-certifying that you are well and not required to isolate or quarantine.
You agree to maintain social distancing when not cycling. Whilst we are not required by Scottish Cycling to socially distance when riding, we would encourage you to do so.
You agree not to share food or drink
You will carry a mask and hand sanitiser in case of untoward events, such as mechanicals or accidents.
You agree to follow NHS guidelines if you become unwell after the ride.

Looking forward to seeing you on Sunday .
Cathy