This year’s RTPI North East Bike ride will be held on Friday 16 May and will take a scenic route through Northumberland. As in previous years, all RTPI members are welcome to take part (free of charge); and friends and colleagues from other related professions are also welcome to join us. There is a charge of £15 for all non RTPI members (which includes lunch). We are keen to ensure the Bike Ride is an inclusive event which can be enjoyed by riders with different levels of experience and so we are continuing to offer three different routes this year.
Click flyer to learn more about each ride and view maps. 
Route A - Circular route from Druridge Bay - c97 miles (all day). This ride is for very
experienced riders, with good fitness who are comfortable cycling at 17-18 miles per hour. Arrival time at Druridge Bay 8.15/8.30am, a short briefing will be given.
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Route B - Circular route from Druridge Bay - c73 miles (all day). This route will suit riders
with a good level of fitness, who are comfortable at cycling at 13-15 miles per hour. Ride briefing will take place at 8.45am at Druridge Bay.
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Route C - The Craster Arms in Beadnell to Druridge Bay - c27 miles (afternoon only). Suitable
for riders of all levels of experience. Transport will be provided from Newcastle Cycle Hub
to Beadnell and return back from Druridge Bay at end of ride. Arrival no later than 11.45am at Cyle Hub, to get you and your bike sorted.
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Additional information
All riders are required to complete a Registration and Disclaimer form confirming health conditions and emergency contact details, as well as signing a disclaimer. Completed bookings forms to be sent to Kim Walker.
BOOKINGS CLOSE: Wednesday 7 May 2025.
If you are unable to join as a rider, you are very welcome to join as a marshal and help us on the day. Interested? Please contact Kim Walker for more information.
Thank you to our kind sponsors for supporting this event.
View our full programme of events here.
If you experience any problems when booking, please contact Kim Walker Regional Coordinator for assistance.
