Saturday 5th March ride to West Calder & Breich water

Route Map

The route is mix of the Livingston path network, quiet country road and surfaced track. Smooth narrow tyres may find some of it a bit bumpy.

We will start at 1030am from Howden Park Centre, Livingston and take the Livingston path network to The Lanthorn and Dedridge Pond. Follow the Waverley Path through Dedridge and Adambrae to Bellsquarry. Path to Polbeth and join the recently completed Community Links path to West Calder. 

Toilets and refreshments at West Calder Community Centre. There is a machine serving hot and cold drinks. Bring something to eat or buy at a nearby shop.

Return along Main Street West Calder, down Cleuch Brae for a short distance, turning right for Easter Breich where we join the path by Breich water and follow it to the River Almond and through Kirkton Campus to Livingston Village and back to HPC. 

• The distance is about 12 miles. You can also drop off at any part of the route and cycle as far as you feel comfortable with. 
• There is no need to wear special cycle clothing something comfy. We don't ask you to wear a helmet, it is not a lawful requirement, it is a matter of personal choice.
• Bring waterproof jacket & trousers, snacks and bottle of water, small tool kit for your bike, spare inner-tube, ensure the valve is the same as the existing one.
• Check your bike is safe to ride. Recommend checking it over the day before the ride, checking brakes work, the chain is lubricated and the tyres set to the correct pressure, it makes cycling easier. The recommended pressure can be found on the side of the tyre, typically 35-85 PSI or 3-6 Bar. For other help, see Bike Maintenance Tips

To let us know how many to expect add some details to our Contact Us form. It does not commit you to attending. 

Post Ride

Easter Breich

11, including 2 newcomers came along. The weather was kind with no rain, a slightly chilly breeze.

Breich Water

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