Buffalo Social Ride with World Bicycle Relief

World Bicycle Relief is excited to be bringing together supporters for a day of riding, conversation and community. Learn more about the life-changing work of World Bicycle Relief and the incredible impact a bicycle can have around the world - all while enjoying a memorable day out on the bike. DATE: Thursday 1st October 2026 TIME: Networking from 8:30am. Ride starts at 9:30am. LOCATION: Weetons, Crimple Hall, Leeds Road, Pannal, Harrogate, HG3 1EW ENTRY FEE: The cost of one Buffalo Bicycle INVITATION ONLY! ABOUT THE DAY Join us for morning coffee, breakfast and networking at Harrogate’s luxury farm shop, Weetons. We’ll then head into the Yorkshire countryside. Designed to be inclusive and enjoyable for a range of abilities, we’ve got two fully supported social rides, with riding groups based on preferred pace and route options of 35 miles or 50 miles. We’ll stop en route to refuel with a great cyclists cafe stop. We’ll have the expert support of the Struggle Events team, making us feel like pros for the day. Back at Weetons we’ll enjoy a post-ride Yorkshire buffet in the sunshine and share stories of our day. SPECIAL GUESTS We’ll be joined both on and off the bike by fellow supporters and ambassadors Lizzie Deignan and Flora Perkins. Lizzie Deignan is a British cycling legend, 2015 world road race champion, Paris Roubaix and Tour of Flanders winner and Olympic silver medallist whose trailblazing career helped transform women's professional cycling. Flora Perkins is one of British Cycling’s brightest young talents, a versatile and ambitious rider developing at the highest level with the Fenix–Premier Tech team and widely regarded as a star of the future. RIDER SUPPORT Our expert mechanic will be on hand for pre-ride bike checks to assist with any minor mechanicals before you set out on the route. We'll set off in small groups relevant to pace with expert rider leaders managing the speed and guiding the way, so that you can enjoy riding with other like-minded riders of similar ability. We'll be supported by a pro mechanic and chaperoned by a support car carrying spares, tools, snacks and water. ROUTES We have two great routes to choose from. There's groups for varying abilities, everyone is welcome. The 50 mile has a challenge climb up the scenic ascent of Dallowgill Moor. Riders can test their fitness before we regroup and head back to base together. Please check out the routes below: 50KM ROUTE 35KM ROUTE SIGN UP TODAY We'd love for you to join us for what is set to be a great day out on the bike. Limited spots are available.