| Event Name: | Tour de Tendring |
| Description: | A choice of two circular routes around the picturesque district of Tendring - perfect cycling country with quiet roads, low hills and views to the sea.
Both rides start and finish in Dovercourt - the long route visits the classic seaside resort of Clacton on Sea, famous for its Pier, St Osyth, and Great Bentley which has the biggest village green in England. The routes rejoin in Great Oakley, mentioned in the Doomsday Book, before the finish where you can unwind with refreshments, beer tent and a swimming pool!
This is an Open Event - please contact the charity of your choice about raising sponsorship.
Ride Details
Start Dovercourt Swimming Pool, Wick Lane, Dovercourt, Harwich CO12 3TS
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Finish Dovercourt Swimming Pool, Wick Lane, Dovercourt, Harwich CO12 3TS
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Distance 20 or 50 miles
Getting There: Car A12 to Colchester, then A120, just before Harwich turn right onto B1352 to Dovercourt and then B1414 to Dovercourt Seafront.
Getting There: Train Nearest train station is Dovercourt, approx 1.5 miles from the start. Please check with operator regarding carriage of bikes. National Rail enquiries 08457 48 49 50
Start Times 9am - 10am
Local Info
Other Info Minimum age 14 years on the 50 mile route. Cyclists under 16 must be accompanied by an adult over 18 and wear a cycle helmet.
Road bike / hybrid / mountain bike suitable on all routes.
Pricing Entry Pack (£13.00)
Kids Entry (under 14yrs) (£8.00)
Team Entry (6 riders or more / per person) (£12.00) |
| Type of Event: | Cycling - Bike Riding - Mountain Biking |
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| Event Location: | Dovercourt Swimming Pool |
| Event City: | Harwich |
| Type of Venue: | Park - Garden - Open Space |
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| Event Start Date | 15-May-11 |