2021 Ride North Norfolk - 29th August 2021
Event Date:
29 August 2021
Exciting routes and distances from 15 to 72 miles
Ride North Norfolk has a selection of sociable, leisure cycle rides starting from the picturesque North Norfolk market town of Fakenham and going through some of the best gentle cycling routes in the country.
Now in our 8th year we have kept prices the same. It is a friendly local ride that will end an exciting week of activities in and around the town. It is a registered British Cycling Sportives. To keep the character of the ride we are limiting this year’s entries to around 500. See the British Cycling website for more information or to sign up.
This is a cycle ride and a day out that caters for most abilities. If you can ride a bicycle, you should be able to take part. The countryside has gentle slopes and no big hills. Everyone is welcome to come and ride with us. Register now to be part of this exhilarating day.
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Choose from our great routes of approximate lengths:
15 miles, 25 miles or 36 miles, 51 miles, 72 miles
Prices and approximate distances – we have held our prices for the 4th year
Book online or cheques to ‘Fakenham 50’
Please note that for 2021 we will not be running the 102 or 66 mile routes.
Also note that the 72 mile route is two circuits of the 36 miles.
What will I get for entering?
At this friendly event you will be provided with:
• signage
• free drinks and nutrition, including our respected homemade flapjack
• advice and information
• free photos
• a trophy/medal when you finish
• free draw string goodie bag on arrival
• free souvenir water bottle
• marshals
• Map
• GPX /Garmin files
• mobile mechanics
• support and information
• rescue service
• our local knowledge and experience
• first aid at the Community Centre
• a social event at the Community Centre and garden including food, music and stalls that is open to all
Please be aware that you may be photographed and/or filmed at this event.
Route Maps
More Information & FAQ
Registration on the day from 8.00 am
Depart between 8.00 am and 11.00
72-mile riders: We will be opening registration for riders doing the 72-mile route at 7.30 with a ride start time for you from 8.00am
Parking is available nearby, some of which is free. This year we have additional free parking thanks to James Beck Auctions. This is at Olivet Way NR21 9TD and is three minute ride to registration.
Please visit the link to help locate more parking locations.
Family and friends are welcome to wait at the Community Centre where there is food, fresh coffee etc. all day and entertainment in the afternoon; the town and river Wensum are a short walk away. You will be contacted in the run up to the ride with more information and registration details. You should report to the HQ (that’s what we call the Community Centre for the day) on arrival to collect your number, useful souvenir drawstring bag with branded Ride North Norfolk water bottle and other extras.
Accommodation and things going on in Fakenham: There are B&Bs, hotels, 2 campsites and 2 caravan sites. Fakenham is ten miles from the North Norfolk coast and Active Fakenham hosts a week of activities prior to the ride. There is plenty of parking, some of it free, and buses from Norwich, Kings Lynn and the Coast. Why not come for a longer break over the Bank Holiday weekend? You can learn more about places to stay at http://fakenhamfairways.uk/caravan-camping/, https://www.visitnorthnorfolk.com/
and http://www.fakenhamracecourse.co.uk/caravan-camping-at-fakenham-racecourse-norfolk/.
You do NOT have to be a member of British Cycling to join the ride or to register online. We are working with British Cycling who are providing online entry systems and insurance, but you do not need to be a member. You will need to register with British Cycling as part of the online sign up process and for our insurance.
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Active Fakenham is excited to bring outside exercise to Fakenham Town centre in the newly renovated Community Centre Garden. Low cost and suitable for beginners and improvers these classes will run through the summer All classes will take place in the Courtyard Garden FAKENHAM COMMUNITY CENTRE OAK STREET, FAKENHAM NR21 9DY https://www.fakenhamcommunitycentre.org.uk/ Enquiries should be made to the course leader not the Community Centre or Active Fakenham Fay Platten, will be offering, Fitness Pilates for Beginners Fay says Practicing under the open sky in the fresh air and sunshine can elevate your mood and energise your body. Enjoy the outdoor setting as you work on your core strength, flexibility, posture and well-being. Maria Fenn will be offering The Outdoor Well-being Workout Maria says Research shows that exercising outdoors can lower stress, improve mood, enhance focus, and even boost immune function. With that in mind, this class will be a mix of movement, strength, and relaxation, all designed to leave people feeling energised and refreshed. Book direct with Fay or Maria, or find out more directly from Fay or Maria
Premier and competition launch 25 March 4.30pm to 5.30pm Central Cinema Fakenham tickets £5 Limited number of VIP tickets also available - contact richard@activefakenham.org.uk
Our cardboard raft race is a fun family event. We are looking for some exciting and colourful boats, so why not give it a go? You must pre-book for this event. It is run in partnership with Wensum Ospreys canoe club., you can learn more about them by clicking here . Free to enter We have limited spaces so please book early. The course is about 100 metres in total. Entry form as PDF HERE or as WORD Doc HERE Rules and guidence HERE Prizes and categories 1. 1st, 2nd,3rd fastest to complete the course 2 . Most spectacular sinking 3. Best fancy dress –raft and crew ✿ ☀ ♫
Ride North Norfolk Sunday 24 August 2025 Photos of the the 2024 ride are here No price rises again this year ✿ ☀ ♫
