Fernleigh Track to Redhead - Start at Wickham/ Hamilton/ Adamstown/ Whitebridge

This is a free out-and-back guided bike ride, at a very easy leisurely pace (15km/hr on the flat). New people always welcome. Please get in touch if you have any questions :)

What we'll do: Avoiding main roads, we will cycle from Wickham to Adamstown on low-traffic streets. Then along 10km of The Fernleigh Track to Redhead Beach where we'll stop for morning tea at the cafe, before cycling back the way we came. Bring your swimmers if you want to have a quick swim.

Come along to discover bicycle-friendly routes around town, enjoy the beautiful Fernleigh Track, meet others, build cycling confidence, and enjoy some lovely scenery!

You can start at either:
8am Wickham (33km return)
8:20am Hamilton (30km return)
8:40am Adamstown (22km return)
9:15am Whitebridge. (11km return)

Upon registering, you will be asked where you will start.

Route description:

From Wickham to Adamstown Station, we cycle 5.5km/30 minutes along flat, low-traffic streets (Everton, Gosford, Teralba Rds, & Glebe Rd shared path).
From Adamstown Station to Redhead, we cycle 10km/40 minutes along the beautiful Fernleigh Track. This has a 5km continuous gentle incline each way. Go at your own pace on the Fernleigh Track; we stop to regroup at Whitebridge & at the Redhead turnoff.
Another 1km along quiet mostly flat streets gets us to Redhead Beach cafe.

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Suitable for:

all types of bicycles, including street-legal e-bikes, cargo bikes
rusty riders through to seasoned riders
those with a fair cycling fitness level, who can comfortably ride for a an hour or two at an easy slow pace 15km/hr
those who can ride up a continuous 5km gentle incline, in each direction, at their own pace

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Choose from four start points:
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8am Wickham, 33km return:

Start/finish point: Tree of Knowledge Park, Hannell St, Wickham, the little park, next to the outdoor carpark, at the corner of Honeysuckle Dr & Hannell St
Start time: meet at 7:45am for a 8am start
Finish time: approx 12:30pm
Grade: very easy - easy - MEDIUM - hard - very hard

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8:20am Hamilton, 30km return:

Start/finish point: Corner of Everton St & Lawson St
Start time: 8:20am
Finish time: approx 12:15pm
Grade: very easy - easy - MEDIUM - hard - very hard

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8:40am Adamstown, 22km return:

Start/finish point: Adamstown Station carpark, Park Avenue
Start time: 8:40am
Finish time: approx 11:45am
Grade: very easy - easy - MEDIUM - hard - very hard

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9:15am Whitebridge, 11km return:

Meet us: on the Fernleigh Track (where the black & white Whitebridge sign is), cnr of Hudson St & Station St
Start time: 9:15am
Finish time: 11:30am approx
Grade: very easy - EASY - medium - hard - very hard

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What you'll need:

helmet
bike with good working brakes & tyres pumped
bike lock/s
phone & opal card in case of mechanical issue
if you have one, please bring repair kit, or just a spare tube
water bottle/s
snacks, if you like
swimmers - there will be time for a quick ocean dip, if you like

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You must be able to effectively: stop & start, pedal, steer, signal left & right, balance at an almost walking pace, look over your shoulder to check for what's behind you, be always alert to upcoming hazards, & anticipate the behaviour of pedestrians & vehicles.

You are responsible for your own safety at all times.

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Indemnity and release of liability
By participating in this activity you unconditionally indemnify the organiser/host against any and all claims, demands, losses, injuries, damages, liabilities or other costs, whether present or future, relating to your participation and/or dealings with Bike About Town - Newcastle, including but not limited to, any accident, loss or damage to property or death or injury to any person.

Children allowed only if they are a passenger on an adult's bike.

If the weather is looking unfavourable, check the comments below for updates; heavy rain will result in cancellation.
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A video with key tips on safe cycling for everyday trips around town! 😎

How to cycle safely at road junctions, by Cycling UK: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-CG0VTwevoU

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