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Activities for 2006

Evening ride	Friday 7 July Evening ride
Start: Buckfastleigh 7.00pm Expected return time: 9.45pm Open to: Beginners and experienced riders aged 10-17; families; previous club members What to bring: 50p in case you need to buy some chocolate Estimated distance: 8-15 miles

Avon Dam	Sunday 9 July 13 miles
Start: Buckfastleigh 2.15pm Expected return time: 5.30pm Open to: Beginners and experienced riders aged 10-17; families; previous club members What to bring: 50p in case you need to buy some chocolate
This exciting afternoon ride will take you along the picturesque track up to the Avon Dam and then off-road across the open moor. The downhill track back to Cross Furzes is tremendous fun.

Evening ride	Friday 14 July Evening ride
Start: Buckfastleigh 7.00pm Expected return time: 9.45pm Open to: Beginners and experienced riders aged 10-17; families; previous club members What to bring: 50p in case you need to buy some chocolate Estimated distance: 8-15 miles

Blackpool Sands	Sunday 16 July 35 miles
Start 1: Buckfastleigh 10.00am Start 2: Totnes 10.45am Expected return time: 5.30pm Open to: Experienced riders aged 10-17; previous club members What to bring: Packed lunch & at least £1.50 for refreshments
Make the most of the summer weather with a full-day ride to this popular South Hams beach. You’ll have at least an hour for lunch and fun on the beach, so bring your swimgear!

Evening ride	Friday 21 July Evening ride
Start: Buckfastleigh 7.00pm Expected return time: 9.45pm Open to: Beginners and experienced riders aged 10-17; families; previous club members What to bring: 50p in case you need to buy some chocolate Estimated distance: 8-15 miles

Gatcombe Tracks	Sunday 23 July 15 miles
Start: Buckfastleigh 10.15pm Expected return time: 1.30pm Open to: Beginners and experienced riders aged 10-17; families; previous club members What to bring: At least £1.50 for refreshments
Explore this network of tracks and lanes at Gatcombe, near Littlehempston. You’ll ride through quiet lanes and villages to reach the destination on this morning ride, and there may be time for a café stop at Totnes.

Evening ride	Friday 28 July Evening ride
Start: Buckfastleigh 7.00pm Expected return time: 9.45pm Open to: Beginners and experienced riders aged 10-17; families; previous club members What to bring: 50p in case you need to buy some chocolate Estimated distance: 8-15 miles

Plym Valley Cycleway	Sunday 30 July 55 miles
Start 1: Buckfastleigh 10.00am Start 2: South Brent 10.30am Expected return time: 5.30pm Open to: Experienced riders aged 10-17; previous club members What to bring: Packed lunch & at least £2.50 for refreshments
One of our most adventurous all-day rides will take you to Plympton and then up the Plym Valley cycle track all the way to Burrator reservoir. There’ll be a café stop at Princetown before returning to Buckfastleigh via Hexworthy.

Evening ride	Friday 4 August Evening ride
Start: Buckfastleigh 7.00pm Expected return time: 9.45pm Open to: Beginners and experienced riders aged 10-17; families; previous club members What to bring: Working lights; 50p in case you need to buy some chocolate Estimated distance: 8-15 miles

Venford Reservoir	Sunday 6 August 13 miles
Start: Buckfastleigh 2.15pm Expected return time: 5.30pm Open to: Beginners and experienced riders aged 10-17; families; previous club members What to bring: 50p in case you need to buy some chocolate
The superb track that circles Venford reservoir makes the climb through Holne well worth the effort. To finish you'll enjoy another track that crosses the open moor and descends steeply into Michelcombe.

Switzerland Tour 2006	Monday 7 August 480 miles
Open to: Experienced riders aged 10-17; previous club members Advance booking required: Yes
This promises to be the ultimate cycling holiday, two weeks in a beautiful country that boasts a fabulous network of cycle paths and some of the best scenery in Europe. Find out more by checking out our Switzerland 2006 home page. We're sorry but there will be no Sunday and Friday rides this year while the tour is running.

Combe Fishacre	Sunday 20 August 15 miles
Start: Buckfastleigh 10.15pm Expected return time: 1.30pm Open to: Beginners and experienced riders aged 10-17; families; previous club members What to bring: At least £1.50 for refreshments
Enjoy a leisurely ride through the quiet country lanes near Staverton and Broadhempston. We'll be calling into Fermoys cafe at Ipplepen if time allows, so be sure to bring money for some of those delicious cakes!

Evening ride	Friday 25 August Evening ride
Start: Buckfastleigh 7.00pm Expected return time: 9.45pm Open to: Beginners and experienced riders aged 10-17; families; previous club members What to bring: Working lights; 50p in case you need to buy some chocolate Estimated distance: 8-15 miles

Ten Tors 2006	Sunday 27 August 21 miles
Start 1: Buckfastleigh 10.00am Start 2: Ashburton 10.20am Start 3: Bickington 10.45am Expected return time: 5.30pm Open to: Experienced riders aged 10-17; previous club members What to bring: Packed lunch & at least £1.50 for refreshments
This is Ten Tors South Dartmoor style! Cycle to ten Dartmoor tours, climb to the top of each, find a Dartmoor letterbox whenever you can and get a certificate to prove you did it all! The route isn't long, but the moorland air and all that excitement will leave you feeling tired when you get home. Route takes you through Bickington to Haytor and Bonehill. There'll be a cafe stop at Widecombe before the last tor near the spectacular Doctor Blackall's drive. Don't miss this action-packed event!

Evening ride	Friday 1 September Evening ride
Start: Buckfastleigh 7.00pm Expected return time: 9.45pm Open to: Beginners and experienced riders aged 10-17; families; previous club members What to bring: Working lights; 50p in case you need to buy some chocolate Estimated distance: 8-15 miles

Broadhempston	Sunday 3 September Afternoon ride
Start: Buckfastleigh 2.15pm Expected return time: 5.30pm Open to: Beginners and experienced riders aged 10-17; families; previous club members What to bring: £1.50+ for the cafe Estimated distance: 10 miles
Enjoy the quiet country lanes near Staverton on this easy ride to Broadhempston. When you've played in the well-equipped playpark we'll call in to the garden centre cafe at Landscove for some well earned refreshments.

Evening ride	Friday 8 September Evening ride
Start: Buckfastleigh 7.00pm Expected return time: 9.45pm Open to: Beginners and experienced riders aged 10-17; families; previous club members What to bring: Working lights; 50p in case you need to buy some chocolate Estimated distance: 8-15 miles

Evening ride	Friday 15 September Evening ride
Start: Buckfastleigh 7.00pm Expected return time: 9.45pm Open to: Beginners and experienced riders aged 10-17; families; previous club members What to bring: Working lights; 50p in case you need to buy some chocolate Estimated distance: 8-15 miles

Combe Fishacre	Sunday 17 September Morning ride
Start: Buckfastleigh 10.15pm Expected return time: 1.30pm Open to: Beginners and experienced riders aged 10-17; families; previous club members What to bring: At least £1.50 for refreshments Estimated distance: 15 miles
Enjoy a leisurely ride through the quiet country lanes near Staverton and Broadhempston. We'll be calling into Fermoys cafe at Ipplepen if time allows, so be sure to bring money for some of those delicious cakes!

Evening ride	Friday 22 September Evening ride
Start: Buckfastleigh 7.00pm Expected return time: 9.45pm Open to: Beginners and experienced riders aged 10-17; families; previous club members What to bring: Working lights; 50p in case you need to buy some chocolate Estimated distance: 8-15 miles

Golant Youth Hostel 2006	Saturday 23 September Weekend (2 days)
Advance booking required: Yes Open to: Experienced riders aged 10-17; previous club members Estimated distance: 30m per day Cost: Overnight £10.95 for under 18s, £15.50 for adults; £3 travel costs to Plymouth; also bring money or food for breakfast, lunches and spending money. More information: Ask for our special YH weekends brochure, or see our web site. How to book: Give overnight fee to Michael as soon as possible.
Weekend trips make an ideal short holiday to give you a really good break from your usual routine. Golant hostel is a large country house overlooking the Fowey estuary around 30 miles from Plymouth. We’ll be taking train or car to Saltash and then riding along the south coast through the picturesque village of Looe on the Saturday, crossing on at least one ferry. On Sunday we’ll return via an inland route.

Evening ride	Friday 29 September Evening ride
Start: Buckfastleigh 7.00pm Expected return time: 9.45pm Open to: Beginners and experienced riders aged 10-17; families; previous club members What to bring: Working lights; 50p in case you need to buy some chocolate Estimated distance: 8-15 miles
Join us for the last evening ride of the season.

Spitchwick	Sunday 1 October Afternoon Ride
Start: Buckfastleigh 2.15pm Expected return time: 5.30pm Open to: Beginners and experienced riders aged 10-17; families; previous club members What to bring: 50p in case you need to buy some chocolate Grid reference: SX 714714 Estimated distance: 12 miles
For those who don't know, Spitchwick is a popular grassy area by the banks of the river Dart on Dartmoor. You will have the option of a frisbee contest on the grass and some good downhill tracks through Hembury Woods.

Games & Annual General Meeting	Friday 6 October Social
Venue: Crofters, Buckfastleigh Time: 7.00pm - 10.00pm Open to: Anyone who has ever cycled with South Dartmoor CTC What to bring: Money for refreshments as required
The AGM is our most important meeting of the year, where we review progress over the past twelve months and make plans for the coming year. If you'd like to offer your help in running the club in any way, or if you would just like to make sure your views are heard, come along to the AGM. Refreshments and computer games will be available before and after the meeting.

Haytor Tramway	Sunday 8 October Day ride
Start 1: Buckfastleigh 10.15am Start 2: Ashburton 10.40am Expected return time: 5.00pm Open to: Any riders aged 10-17 who can manage 20 miles; previous club members What to bring: Packed lunch & at least £1.50 for refreshments Grid reference: SX 760778 Estimated distance: 20 miles
This moderately easy full day ride will take you via Bickington to Haytor, along the path of the old granite tramway, into the shelter of Haytor quarry for lunch and then offroad on a wild adventure into the valley beyond. You'll pass the ruins of Graetor village, and if the weather is good we'll return home via Widecombe for refreshments.

Games Evening	Friday 13 October Social
Booking required: No - but be sure to be at the social by 7.15 if you haven't booked your place. Venue: Crofters, Buckfastleigh Time: 7.00pm - 10.00pm Open to: Existing members and anyone interested in joining What to bring: Money for refreshments as required
Take your pick from our huge range of PC and console games.

Fermoys	Sunday 15 October Morning ride
Start: Buckfastleigh 10.15pm Expected return time: 1.30pm Open to: Beginners and experienced riders aged 10-17; families; previous club members What to bring: At least £1.50 for refreshments Grid reference: SX 844674 Estimated distance: 17 miles
Fermoys garden centre is probably the best value cafe in the area, offering a wide range of well priced cakes and drinks in spacious surroundings. Enjoy a leisurely ride through the quiet country lanes near Staverton and Broadhempston and then fill up with well-earned refreshments!

Games Evening	Friday 20 October Social
Booking required: No - but be sure to be at the social by 7.15 if you haven't booked your place. Venue: Crofters, Buckfastleigh Time: 7.00pm - 10.00pm Open to: Existing members and anyone interested in joining What to bring: Money for refreshments as required
Take your pick from our huge range of PC and console games.

Lukesland	Sunday 22 October Day ride
Start 1: Buckfastleigh 10.15am Start 2: South Brent 10.55am Expected return time: 5.00pm Open to: Any riders aged 10-17 who can manage 20 miles; previous club members What to bring: Packed lunch & at least £1.50 for refreshments Grid reference: SX 642579 Estimated distance: 22 miles
Get to know the real Dartmoor on this exciting excursion to the South moor. You'll ride along quiet back roads to Ivybridge, then take the back lane to Lukesland where you'll enjoy your packed lunch in the shelter of the local church. You'll then head up onto the open moor for a short climb and exciting descent of the stony track to Owley, returning home via South Brent.

Cinema Trip - 'Click'	Friday 27 October Social
Advance booking required: Yes, to be sure of your space in the car Venue: Crofters, Buckfastleigh, travelling to Vue cinemas, Plymouth Time: 7.00pm - 10.30pm approx Open to: Existing members and anyone interested in joining What to bring: £5.00 if you're under 15, £7.00 if older - covers cost of petrol to Plymouth. Also bring money for refreshments as required
Book now to join us for the action-packed comedy that has been a real hit at the UK box office. Busy architect and dedicated family man Michael Newman finds himself torn between his professional career and his personal life. When he loses his TV remote control, Michael decides he has too many of the contraptions and needs a universal remote. While shopping, he meets mad scientist Morty who provides him with a one-off remote control that can do just what he needs: by the click of a button, he can pause, fast-forward, rewind and mute any part of his life. We're seeing the 8.40pm showing at Plymouth. Remember, you MUST book in advance, by ringing or emailing Michael.

Bellever Youth Hostel 2006	Saturday 28 October Weekend (2 days)
Advance booking required: Yes Open to: Experienced riders aged 10-17; previous club members Estimated distance: 15m per day if weather is good Cost: Overnight £8.95 for under 18s, £12.95 for adults; also bring money or food for breakfast, lunches and spending money. More information: Ask for our special YH weekends brochure, or see our web site. How to book: Give overnight fee to Michael as soon as possible.
Weekend trips make an ideal short holiday to give you a really good break from your usual routine. Bellever youth hostel is situated in a remote hamlet on Dartmoor, near Postbridge, and is the closest youth hostel to us. There's an open fire and a games room, and plenty of fun to be had exploring the nearby river and forest. If the weather is good we'll ride up from Buckfastleigh, leaving at around 2.15, and ride back via Widecombe on the Sunday, but if it's wet we'll use the car for part or all of the journey and ride on Sunday if it's dryer then. Be sure to book your place as early as possible, as this is the last weekend trip we will be doing this year.

Games Evening	Friday 3 November Social
Booking required: No - but be sure to be at the social by 7.15 if you haven't booked your place. Venue: Crofters, Buckfastleigh Time: 7.00pm - 10.00pm Open to: Existing members and anyone interested in joining What to bring: Money for refreshments as required
Take your pick from our huge range of PC and console games.

Avon Dam	Sunday 5 November Afternoon Ride
Start: Buckfastleigh 2.15pm Expected return time: 5.00pm Open to: Beginners and experienced riders aged 10-17; families; previous club members What to bring: Money for refreshments as required Grid reference: SX 679658 Estimated distance: 12 miles
This exciting afternoon ride will take you along the picturesque track up to the Avon Dam and then off-road across the open moor. The downhill track back to Cross Furzes is tremendous fun.

Film Night	Friday 10 November Social
Booking required: No - but be sure to be at the social by 7.15 if you haven't booked your place. Venue: Crofters, Buckfastleigh Time: 7.00pm - 10.00pm Open to: Existing members and anyone interested in joining What to bring: Money for refreshments as required
If you want to enjoy the very best of home cinema, come along to our social this evening to enjoy a top quality DVD presentation complete with widescreen 32" television, Dolby surround sound and, of course, and interval when you can buy your favourite drinks and refreshments from our huge selection. The DVD will be selected from our huge library by those who come along.

Tuckenhay	Sunday 12 November Day ride
Start 1: Buckfastleigh 10.15am Start 2: Totnes 11.00am Expected return time: 5.00pm Open to: Any riders aged 10-17 who can manage 23 miles; previous club members What to bring: Packed lunch & at least £1.50 for refreshments Grid reference: SX 861551 Estimated distance: 23 miles
This moderately easy full day ride will take you through Totnes, up the long climb called Totnes Downhill, and the down a steep lane to the stepping stones over the river Dart at Tuckenhay. When you've enjoyed lunch by the river we'll cross the stones and head back via Rattery.

Games Evening	Friday 17 November Social
Booking required: No - but be sure to be at the social by 7.15 if you haven't booked your place. Venue: Crofters, Buckfastleigh Time: 7.00pm - 10.00pm Open to: Existing members and anyone interested in joining What to bring: Money for refreshments as required
Take your pick from our huge range of PC and console games.

Doctor Blackall's Drive	Sunday 19 November Morning ride
Start: Buckfastleigh 10.15pm Expected return time: 1.30pm Open to: Beginners and experienced riders aged 10-17; families; previous club members What to bring: Money for refreshments as required Grid reference: SX 694724 Estimated distance: 12 miles
One of the most exciting downhill tracks on Dartmoor is our destination for today's morning ride. You'll ride through Hembury Woods to Spitchwick, then after a challenging climb through Leusdon you'll be able to enjoy the breathtaking views of the unspoilt Dart valley as you descend Doctor Blackall's drive, originally built by the owner of the estate to show off his magnificent valley.

Ten-pin bowling	Friday 24 November Social
Booking required: Yes. You must book as soon as possible to be sure of your place. Venue: Crofters, Buckfastleigh, travelling to Plympton or Torquay Time: 7.00pm - 10.30pm Open to: Existing members and anyone interested in joining What to bring: £8 to cover bowling and petrol costs; money for refreshments as required
Choose a bowling ball and try your luck at knocking down all the skittles at the end of the alley. You're guaranteed an enjoyable evening even if you haven't done much bowling before. Don't forget to book in advance.

Exeter Ship Canal	Sunday 26 November Car-assisted day ride
Advance booking required: Yes, so we can ensure there are enough car spaces Start 1: Buckfastleigh 10.15am Start 2: Ashburton and Chudleigh by arrangement Expected return time: 5.00pm Open to: Any riders aged 10-17 who can manage 18 miles; previous club members What to bring: Packed lunch & at least £1.50 for refreshments Grid reference: SX 963865 Estimated distance: 18 miles
Don't miss this action-packed ride that will take you along the many miles of flat tracks that run alongside the Exeter Ship Canal. We'll be taking the cars to Starcross and then riding past the deer of Powderham Castle, across the main railway line, along the coastal path to the canal and then along the canal path into Exeter. We'll have time to explore the many interesting tracks and shops around the centre of Exeter and call in to a cafe for refreshments before heading back along the canal path to Starcross. Be sure to book your place in the cars.

Games Evening	Friday 1 December Social
Booking required: No - but be sure to be at the social by 7.15 if you haven't booked your place. Venue: Crofters, Buckfastleigh Time: 7.00pm - 10.00pm Open to: Existing members and anyone interested in joining What to bring: Money for refreshments as required
Take your pick from our huge range of PC and console games.

North Huish	Sunday 3 December Afternoon Ride
Start: Buckfastleigh 2.15pm Expected return time: 5.00pm Open to: Beginners and experienced riders aged 10-17; families; previous club members What to bring: Money for refreshments as required Grid reference: SX 712565 Estimated distance: 14 miles
For our December afternoon ride, enjoy the quiet lanes through Avonwick and on to North Huish, then drop down a steep hill to the picturesque bridge over the river Avon. You'll return via Diptford and Rattery.

Badminton	Friday 8 December Social
Booking required: Yes, preferably by the previous day as we have to book a court Venue: Crofters, Buckfastleigh, travelling to nearest leisure centre that has a free court Time: 7.00pm - 10.15pm Open to: Existing members and anyone interested in joining What to bring: £3.00 to cover the badminton court and petrol; money for refreshments as required
Badminton is a fun and energetic racquet sport that is the perfect complement to cycling. Even if you've never played before, come along and see how you get on. Racquets are available from the leisure centre. Don't forget to book your place!

Dartmeet	Sunday 10 December Day ride
Start 1: Buckfastleigh 10.15am Expected return time: 5.00pm Open to: Any riders aged 10-17 who can manage 18 miles; previous club members What to bring: Packed lunch & at least £1.50 for refreshments Grid reference: SX 673733 Estimated distance: 18 miles
Today's ride will involve climbing up through Holne to Venford reservoir, then setting out on a lengthy track adventure from Combestone Tor, down over the moor, across a stream, along an open path and then, if the weather hasn't been too wet recently, down across open fields to the stepping stones across the river Dart. There's an excellent cafe at Badger's Holt that will prepare you for the big climb of Dartmeet Hill and the descent of the exciting Doctor Blackall's drive for the return journey.

Games Evening	Friday 15 December Social
Booking required: No - but be sure to be at the social by 7.15 if you haven't booked your place. Venue: Crofters, Buckfastleigh Time: 7.00pm - 10.00pm Open to: Existing members and anyone interested in joining What to bring: Money for refreshments as required
Take your pick from our huge range of PC and console games.

Christmas Lunch ride	Sunday 17 December Day ride
Advance booking required: Yes; contact Michael as soon as you can, and preferably at least a week or two before the event, to choose your menu and make your payment, £12.55 for under 12s and £14.85 for everyone else. Start 1: Buckfastleigh 10.15am Start 2: Ashburton 10.40am Expected return time: 5.00pm Open to: Beginners and experienced riders aged 10-17; previous club members What to bring: Around £3 for use of pool and sauna before the meal if required; money for soft drinks as required Grid reference: SX 780761 Estimated distance: 24 miles
This is our annual excursion to the luxurious Ilsington Country Hotel, a huge country house set in its own magnificent grounds. We plan to ride up to the hotel via Bickington, but if the weather is bad we will be using car assistance. You'll have opportunity to use the hotel's private indoor swimming pool, sauna, jacuzzi and steam room before the meal. We'll be giving out certificates and prizes after the meal, and when you've enjooyed coffee by the log fire we'll be heading homewards, a journey that is mainly downhill. It's important to book your place early for this event, so please contact Michael as soon as you can. Menu is soup or melon for starters, roast turkey or nut roast for main course and christmas pudding or fresh fruit salad for dessert.

Music Quiz	Friday 22 December Social
Booking required: No - but be sure to be at the social by 7.15 if you haven't booked your place. Venue: Crofters, Buckfastleigh Time: 7.00pm - 10.00pm Open to: Existing members and anyone interested in joining What to bring: Money for refreshments as required
Test your knowledge of tv music, film themes and pop music with our very own computer-assisted Music Quiz. You'll work in teams and be presented with familiar music in a variety of different formats, all designed to make it that little bit harder to recognise where you've heard it before!

Christmas Eve Special	Sunday 24 December Morning ride
Start: Buckfastleigh 10.15pm Expected return time: 1.30pm Open to: Beginners and experienced riders aged 10-17; families; previous club members What to bring: Money for refreshments as required Estimated distance: 10 miles
A special Christmas excursion to the Hembury Woods maize!

Christmas Social	Friday 29 December Social
Booking required: No - but be sure to be at the social by 6.15 if you haven't booked your place. Venue: Crofters, Buckfastleigh Time: 6.00pm - 10.00pm Open to: Existing members and anyone interested in joining What to bring: Money for refreshments as required
Our 2006 extended Christmas Social will offer a wide range of festive entertainments and refreshments. There'll be prizes for game winners, video previews of our 2007 tours and free mince pies and ice cream for everyone. Don't miss this very special evening - and don't forget the earlier start time!

Totnes Longmarsh	Sunday 31 December Morning ride
Start: Buckfastleigh 10.15pm Expected return time: 1.30pm Open to: Beginners and experienced riders aged 10-17; families; previous club members What to bring: Money for refreshments as required Grid reference: SX 808597 Estimated distance: 14 miles
Celebrate the last ride of 2006 with an action-packed excursion to Totnes. The ride will include some of our favourite locations, including Colston Road, Totnes cycle path, one of the excellent cafes in Totnes, the riverside path to Longmarsh and the Totnes Steam railway. And because it's Christmas there'll be some free Christmas chocolate for everyone on the ride!

Activities for 2007

Swimming	Friday 5 January Social
Booking required: Yes, as you will need a place in the car! Venue: Meeting at Crofters, then travelling to English Riviera Centre, Torquay Time: 7.00pm - 10.15pm approx Open to: Existing & new members What to bring: £2.50 to cover swimming and transport, plus money for refreshments as required
Members have been asking for a swimming social, so this is your one and only chance this season. Book early to be sure of your place.

Broadhempston	Sunday 7 January Afternoon Ride
Start: Buckfastleigh 2.15pm Expected return time: 5.00pm Open to: Beginners and experienced riders aged 10-17; families; previous club members What to bring: Working lights; money for refreshments as required Grid reference: SX 802663 Estimated distance: 10 miles
For our first ride of 2007 enjoy a gentle ride through the lanes to Staverton and Broadhampston. There'll be time for a short frisbee contest in the play park as well as some bumpy rides on the famous Broadhempston Rocket!

Games Evening	Friday 12 January Social
Booking required: No - but be sure to be at the social by 7.15 if you haven't booked your place. Venue: Crofters, Buckfastleigh Time: 7.00pm - 10.15pm, latest entry 7.15 Open to: Existing members and anyone interested in joining What to bring: Money for refreshments as required
Enjoy our huge range of multiplayer PC and console games.

Stover Country Park	Sunday 14 January Day ride
Start 1: Buckfastleigh 10.15am Expected return time: 5.00pm Open to: Any riders aged 10-17 who can manage 18 miles; previous club members What to bring: Working lights; packed lunch & at least £1.50 for refreshments Grid reference: SX 835755 Estimated distance: 18 miles
Stover Park is packed full of interesting paths and tracks that together make it a fun place to explore. The ride will probably include a visit to Fermoy's cafe, so be sure to bring some money for refreshments.

2007 Tours Preview	Friday 19 January Social
Booking required: No - but be sure to be at the social by 7.15 if you haven't booked your place. Venue: Crofters, Buckfastleigh Time: 7.00pm - 10.15pm, latest entry 7.15 Open to: Existing members and anyone interested in joining What to bring: Money for refreshments as required
Come along for this special preview of our 2007 tours. You'll see video clips and photos of previous tours to the same areas, and we're sure that by the end of the evening you'll definitely want to sign up for the first tour which takes place at Easter!

Spitchwick	Sunday 21 January Morning ride
Start: Buckfastleigh 10.15pm Expected return time: 1.30pm Open to: Beginners and experienced riders aged 10-17; families; previous club members What to bring: Money for refreshments as required Grid reference: SX 714714 Estimated distance: 13 miles
Tracks through Hembury Woods will lead you over the hill to New Bridge and the wide open spaces of Spitchwick, where the surrounding woodland and the fast flowing river Dart make the perfect winter playground.

Games Evening	Friday 26 January Social
Booking required: No - but be sure to be at the social by 7.15 if you haven't booked your place. Venue: Crofters, Buckfastleigh Time: 7.00pm - 10.15pm, latest entry 7.15 Open to: Existing members and anyone interested in joining What to bring: Money for refreshments as required
Enjoy our huge range of multiplayer PC and console games.

Haytor Tramway

Sunday 28 Jan