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Suitable for anyone who enjoys a reasonably active life. The pace is gentle and the terrain flat to undulating. Distances no more than 30 miles (50km).


Suitable for those with slightly more cycling experience. the terrain can be a little hillier than grade 1.5 and distances up to 45 miles (70km).


For the regular and reasonably fit cyclist. The terrain may include some challenging hills and distances up to 75 miles (110km).


These routes require a good level of fitness and stamina and feature challenging inclines and/or a longer time in the saddle. Distances can be up to 100 miles (160km).

THIS IS A SPONSORED CHARITY RIDE. Your entry fee only covers the costs of running the ride so please ask family and friends to sponsor you generously to make a real difference. THANK YOU.
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CONNEMARA

Saturday 10 Aug 2013 - Saturday 17 Aug 2013

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A chance to explore West Ireland’s unspoiled natural beauty in Counties Galway and Mayo - a place filled with atmospheric towns and villages, stretches of stunning coastline, with a vibrant cultural heritage rich in tradition. We can make all the necessary arrangements, leaving you to enjoy the famous Irish hospitality, colourful small shops and cosy pubs along the way!

Ride Details
Basic Trip Cost£369
IncludesCampsites (including showers), Courier, Luggage transfers each day, Signed route & maps, Mechanics & Pick-up vehicles, Circus Big Top to meet and eat in, Breakfast, Tea & Dinner
StartKnock / Dublin Airport
FinishGalway, coach to Dublin Airport
DistanceVaries between 25 - 50 miles
Challenge Rating3
Getting There: CarFly to Dublin airport where we'll meet you, take you and your bike and luggage to the start in Knock. Flights arrive at Dublin from many parts of the UK between 9.30 and 11.00am.
Getting There: Train
Start Times
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OptionsTent & Airbed service, Hire bikes, B&B option
Route DetailsMeet at Dublin Airport, hand us your luggage, coach transfer to Co Galway, cycle to Castlebar
West along the Greenway - the longest cycle path in Ireland! 42km to Achill Ireland, camping by the beach
Return to the bustling town of Westport
Past the holy mountain of Croagh Patrick, the pass of Doo Lough, along Killary Fjord to Leenaun
Along the coast, past Kylemore Abbey, the Twelve Ben mountains and round the lakes to Roundstone
Through the Maum Pass to Cong sandwiched between two loughs
On to the last night in the lively city of Galway

Coach to the airport
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