Broadstone, Dorset, UK 350+ members

Dorset Rough Riders

An off-road mountain bike club based in the Bournemouth and Poole area. The focus is on social riding, but with opportunities to participate in events.

  • Mountain biking
  • Cyclo cross

4 club sessions

  • Wed
  • Beginners
  • Pace-friendly groups
  • Social
  • #1 of 4

Wednesday Wobble

18:30

Age 18 & over

A sociable ride of around 12-18 miles in about 2.5 hours, split into groups of different abilities including an easier paced ride. Starts at Broadstone Leisure Centre.

  • Mountain biking
  • Wed
  • #2 of 4

No.6 Wednesday Ride

10:00

Age 18 & over

One or sometimes two rides of 25-30 miles, one steady paced and one more technical, from various locations and with different leaders. Includes a pub lunch stop.

  • Mountain biking
  • Sat
  • Beginners
  • Social
  • #3 of 4

Saturday Social

13:00

Age 18 & over

An easy paced ride around the local the area, starting at Broadstone Leisure Centre. Sometimes with a cafe stop.

  • Mountain biking
  • Sun
  • Social
  • #4 of 4

Sunday Ride

09:00

Age 18 & over

A 25-30 mile steady paced ride and usually finishing with a pub stop. Not suitable for beginners.

  • Mountain biking

Overview

Dorset Rough Riders offers a wide range of rides throughout the week, both daytime and evening, to suit all abilities.  Rides start from many locations around the Dorset area.  Their social rides are very popular and suitable for beginners.  Juniors are welcome on club rides if accompanied by a parent or guardian.  Bike skills and maintenance courses are arranged for members. 

The Club has a strong community focus taking part in conservation projects, organising events such as the DRRt series of cross country challenges, and raise money for charity. They support the British Heart Foundation annual Dorset Bike Ride with food and drinks along the route. 

Socially, the Club organises day trips to trail centres outside their local area, a weekend away to the Brecon Beacons and a variety of evenings out. 


Club details

  • Club organised events

Training

  • Social
  • Beginners
  • Pace-friendly groups

Social

  • Strava
  • Facebook group
  • Pub nights
  • Weekend trips

Membership

  • Discount at local shops

How to join

  • Age 18 & over
  • 350+ members
  • Free taster sessions

Membership fees

Annual membership

£15.00

Family membership

£25.00