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Hundreds Enjoy a Soggy Summer Cycle at Leverhulme

Rain failed to stop cyclists of all ages from taking the opportunity to explore some of the hidden tracks of Wirral's Leverhulme Estate.

The treelined paths at Brimstage Hall & Courtyard were opened to the public for the first time on Sunday September 22, as part of the Leverhulme Summer Cycle.

Beautiful scenery uncovered for cyclists during the Summer Cycle.

Participants ranging from young children to grandparents, got on their bikes to explore the 4 miles of tracks, while others chose to walk the paths which stretch from Brimstage to neighbouring Thornton Hough.

The event was organised by Neston-based Pedalare, which promotes cycling, and Rethink Now CIC, which works with communities to help them consider what changes they can make to improve air quality and their quality of life.

The event coincided with World Car Free Day and came just a few days after Wirral had successfully hosted a stage of the OVO Energy Tour of Britain.

Independent coffee company Elephant Coffee and Dutch-style chip maker Chip'd were stationed on a unique roundabout on the bike route, providing much needed refreshments.

Neston's Elephant Collective took their Vintage Coffee Van to the event.

Bike retailers TRACS and K Cycles were also on hand to provide advice on getting into cycling. Also present were Wirral Council's Road Safety team, Wirral Environmental Network and the RSPB.

Andy Mills, a director of Pedalare, said: "It was fantastic to see so many people of all ages enjoying the hidden tracks of the Leverhulme Estate on their bikes.

"The tracks are normally used for farming purposes, so it was great to be able to open them up to the public for the first time.

"We received some amazing feedback from those taking part and we intend to build upon the success of the Leverhulme Summer Cycle with further events next year."

Pedalare's Andy Mills didn't mind the mud.

Ed Lamb, a director of Rethink Now, said: "Even the rain didn't seem to deter people from coming out on their bikes. It was great to see so many young families taking the opportunity to explore the hidden tracks and enjoy some lovely food and drink."

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Ma hat ma coat

At 09:54 on 25th September 2019, Ma hat ma coat commented:

Grew up around there and my dad farmed the land, lots of wartime history to go with the lanes thats well worth resourcing.

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