LIVINGSTON 20 MILERS RIDE AGAIN 2022
A casual social ride of 16 miles exploring a mix of some of the 144 miles of the Livingston path network, Route 75 of Sustrans National Cycle Network, quiet country road and surfaced cycle track, and maybe a bit of Local History. Smooth narrow tyres may find some of it a bit bumpy
We will be at Howden Park Centre, Livingston from just after 10 and leave at 1030am. Look for us by the outside seats at the opposite side from the car park. The cafe is closed but the building is open.
Taking the Livingston Path Network along
the Loan Path through Ladywell turning east onto the Harrysmuir Path to
Pumpherston. A short section along Drumshoreland Road and onto the Uphall
to East Calder track, formerly a rail link now part of the Shale Trail to Pumpherston Oil Works
crossing the Camps Viaduct high above Almondell Park to
East Calder then through the new Calderwood housing evelopment to Clifton Road and minor road to
path beside Clifton Hall Road to the EICA,
the worlds biggest indoor climbing centre.
Refreshments 🍴 the cafe is currently closed so bring
something to eat.
Back out to the footpath by the road, downhill to Wilkies Basin onto the surfaced mud free Union Canal tow path (NCN754) and across Lins Mill Aqueduct to Muirend, by quiet road to and go along route 75 of Sustrans National Cycle Network, through Almondell Country Park. Look out for the Kingfisher that flies between the two weirs at the east end of the park, also otter been seen. Returning to the HPC.
- The distance is about 16 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 comfortable. We don't ask you to wear a helmet, it is not a lawful requirement, it is a matter of personal choice. If you do, make sure it is fitted properly or not by its "BEST BEFORE DATE" or there is no point.
- 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.
PRE RIDE
- Check your bike is safe to ride by carrying out a M CHECK. 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
- Some Essential Cycling Skills Videos to help boost your confidence and give you the necessary skills to negotiate on-road journeys.
To let us know how many to expect add some details to our Contact Us form. It does not commit you to attending.
Next Ride Saturday 7th May
