The Sunday Club Run is at the heart of Fareham Wheelers’ weekly riding. It’s a chance to enjoy some of the best cycling roads in the area in the company of other Club members, with rides available for a range of abilities and experience.
When and where?
Club Runs take place every Sunday at 9:00am, starting from the Doctors’ Surgery car park at the rear of Wickham Community Centre.
Please arrive by 8:50am at the latest. This gives us time for a short rider briefing and to organise everyone into appropriate groups before the first group leaves promptly at 9:00am.
Details of each week’s rides and routes are announced a few days beforehand through the Club’s usual communication channels and on the website.
Who can ride?
Club Runs are open to all current Fareham Wheelers members.
If you are considering joining the Club, you are welcome to take part in up to two organised Club rides before becoming a member. After your two guest rides, you will need to join Fareham Wheelers before participating in further Club Runs.
Existing members must keep their membership current to continue participating in organised Club rides.
Something for different abilities
The number of riders varies from week to week, so riders are divided into suitable groups during the pre-ride briefing. Where numbers are particularly large, additional groups may be formed.
There are normally three options:
Social Group
Typically 25–40 miles at an average speed of around 13–15mph. A good starting point for riders new to club cycling or those who prefer a more relaxed ride.
Intermediate Group
Typically 35–50+ miles at around 15–17mph. Suitable for riders accustomed to longer rides and a moderately quicker pace.
Fast Group
Usually 50+ miles at an average speed above 17mph. Intended for experienced riders comfortable riding in a faster-moving group.
Distances and average speeds are guides rather than targets and will vary according to the route, terrain, weather and road conditions.
Not sure which one is right for you? See our Club Run Groups page for more information.
The rides
Club Runs use planned routes through Hampshire and neighbouring counties, making the most of quieter country roads while usually including a few hills to provide a challenge.
Many rides include a café stop on the return journey.
There will normally be a nominated ride leader for each group. Where necessary, another Club member familiar with the day’s route may act as route guide.
First time riding with us?
Don’t worry if you haven’t ridden with a cycling club before. Let the ride leader know that it’s your first Club Run when you arrive.
We’ll help you choose an appropriate group and explain anything you need to know before setting off.
Before your first ride, you may also find these pages useful:
Club Run Groups — choose the most appropriate group for you.
Preparing for a Club Run — what you and your bike will need.
Riding in a Group — the basics of safe and enjoyable group riding.
Club Run Safety & Routes — safety arrangements, routes, insurance information and our winter riding policy.
We look forward to seeing you on Sunday.