If you’re thinking of heading to the Isle of Wight for the annual cycling festival this weekend, there’s a 10 per discount on Red Funnel ferry trips across the Solent.
The festival takes place between September 22 to 30 and gives cyclists of all abilities the chance to experience the unspoiled nature of the Island.
The Festival’s busy programme offers a range of routes suitable for cyclists of varying levels. Each route takes in the Island’s quintessentially English countryside, offering plenty of quiet country lanes, hidden pathways, bridleways, and traffic free paths along the way. Routes also include stop-offs at some of the Island’s best loved sites and activities – take a break at a picturesque spot along the dramatic coastline, drop in at a local pub for lunch, or have a well-earned rest over a picnic!
This year’s packed programme includes:
Abundance Scrumping Ride – a free gentle family cycle around the peaceful riverside track at Cowes with the opportunity to pick blackberries and apples, taking place on Saturday 22 September.
Autumn Tints Ride – Meander through the Island’s pretty and varied scenery on a free morning ride with a tea stop, Wednesday 26th September.
Cycle the Wight – a 70 mile route around the Island for those who fancy an endurance challenge, taking place on Saturday 29 September and costing £10-£15, depending on when you book.
While some rides are available to join on the day, the larger, more popular events tend to require advanced booking – visit www.sunseaandcycling.com to book.
Red Funnel is also offering an exclusive Camping & Touring Package to those visiting for the Cycling Festival, which includes return vehicle ferry travel plus a five night pitch for four people at one of four premier parks. This exclusive offer is available on selected dates this Autumn, starting from just £130 for a car with tent or motorhome/motor-caravan and from £163 for a car with caravan/trailer-tent – but availability is limited so book today to get your preferred date!
