Christchurch Bicycle Club
Dorset, England 
We are a friendly social cycling club based in Christchurch, Dorset. We organise many led rides around the New Forest, Purbecks and surrounding area, for varying abilities, distances and experience (more often than not involving a tea stop or two). All in and around the beautiful New Forest National Park.
Whether you are looking for slower paced social rides or prefer the more challenging faster or longer routes, Christchurch Bicycle Club offers a variety of rides to suit all fitness levels. We welcome new cyclists and can provide an introduction to group riding if needed.
The club organises regular weekly rides throughout the year. Every Tuesday and Thursday, CBC members organise and lead rides of between 30 and 70 miles into the surrounding countryside. You will discover the back lanes and wildlife of the beautiful New Forest or gaze at the stunning scenery of the Purbecks and East Dorset. There are regular stops for morning coffee, lunch and afternoon tea at various establishments en-route.
The Rides
| Monday | Special/Bank Holiday Rides | ||
| Tuesday | 10-12 mph | 12-14 mph | 14-16 mph |
| Wednesday | Ad Hoc Rides | ||
| Thursday | 10-11.5 mph | 13-14 mph | 14-16 mph |
| Friday | Gravel Bike Ride | ||
| Saturday | Morning Social Ride Morning Off-Road Ride | ||
| Sunday | |||
| Other | Ad Hoc Rides |
Social Events
CBC organises various social events, including off-the-bike events. Visit our Social Events section to find out what’s on and when.
Guest riders are welcome to join us. If you are a non-member, trying our rides for the first time, please read the Guest Rider information.
Latest News
- Isle of Wight Randonnee 4th May 2025Booking opens in February. Wightlink timetable shows a 0800 ferry, if planning to ride book ASAP. https://www.cycleisland.co.uk
- Jim Hatton – Very Sad NewsFollowing a fall whilst cycling to Burley on the Mince Pie Ride last Tuesday, Jim was taken to Southampton Hospital with a hip-joint fracture and was operated on the following day. I am very sorry to say that he passed away last night in the hospital, with Janet by his side.
- 2025 Picnic rideThe annual picnic ride will take place on Thursday 17th July at the Hyde War Memorial Parish Hall.
- CBC quiz evening 28th FebruaryThere will be a cash charge of £2 per person. I would like all the ride groups to enter at least one team of 6. Members and partners are welcome.
- Mince pie ride 2024It’s that time of year again and the Club are pleased to let you know about this year’s Mince Pie Run which is planned for Tuesday, 17th December.