Uttoxeter Cycling Club

🚨 Cyclists – Leathersley Lane is under threat! 🚨
A major sand and gravel quarry is being proposed just off Leathersley Lane in Sudbury – a peaceful, scenic route enjoyed by many local cyclists.
If approved, this quiet rural lane could be turned into a haul route for up to 300 HGV movements every single day – that’s a lorry entering or leaving the site every 2.5 minutes during working hours.
⚠️ Cyclists have been completely ignored.
The developer has not mentioned cyclists at all in any of their planning documents.
There are no safety assessments, no mitigation plans, and no dedicated infrastructure to protect vulnerable road users.
Why it matters:
Leathersley Lane is narrow, unlit, and has limited visibility – a recipe for danger when shared with 20-tonne trucks.
It’s a well-used cycling route – putting everyday riders and club groups at serious risk.
Dust, noise, and diesel pollution will spoil the environment and harm health.
The quarry would operate for 11 years – turning a favourite cycling route into a danger zone.
🗣️ We need your voice to keep this route safe.
👉 Step 1: Fill in the quick community survey (2 mins):
🔗 https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf-REaIF6inn7WFTui5kwoiBBpRAQ4zyF7mWWnKpkqc3JgS7A/viewform?usp=header
👉 Step 2: Submit your formal objection here:
🔗 https://www.derbyshiredales.gov.uk/planning/planning-applications-and-advice/view-planning-applications
📌 Use planning reference: 25/00521/CM
Please share this with your networks and help raise awareness. The more objections we submit, the stronger our message becomes.

Public Survey By Sudbury Parish Council: Proposed Quarry Development by CEMEX – Leathersley Lane, Sudbury Purpose of the Survey: The Parish Council has held a number of meetings and listened carefully to resident feedback about the proposed quarry development. While we understand that the development may go ahead, we are now focusing on the measures that could be taken to reduce its impact on our commun...

Sunday 2nd March 2025 Routes 👇🏽

Short https://www.strava.com/routes/3330482642033863912

Medium https://www.strava.com/routes/20681467

Long https://www.strava.com/routes/3330995668995796310

💥 There's only 1 week left to register for our Bike Ride on Sunday 8th September! 💥

Whether you’re a cycling newbie or an experienced cyclist – we have routes suitable for any age and ability. Both routes will take you through beautiful countryside and villages; starting and finishing at Michelin Athletic Club in Trent Vale.

🚲 49 Mile Nantwich Route
🚲 108 Mile Llangollen Route

Find out more and enter here 👇
https://dougiemac.org.uk/events/bike-ride/

This Friday, 5th July 2024.

We return to Curborough for our evening of entertainment and fantastic racing.

Enter Now: https://www.britishcycling.org.uk/events/details/298917/LichfieldVelospeed-No-Frills-at-Curborough-6

Cat 2 and 3 as well as Cat 4 Only! Let’s make it another great safe event! 🤘🏽

Looking to get on the Track in a hurry? There's still spaces on our fast-track accreditation day on Saturday the 29th of June 9am-2pm, £150 all hire equipment and lunch included. A good level of fitness and previous Cycling experience is required.

Email [email protected] or call 01332640011 to enquire or book.

WATTSHOP 2-STAGE TT
Following up on last year's successful weekend, we're hosting a 2-day TT stage race on the weekend of the 8th and 9th of June in Staffordshire. Entry closes next Tuesday the 28th of May, a nudge for anyone who may be interested in entering.
- 2 stages (10m TT Saturday, 25m TT Sunday). Both are challenging courses.
- TT and road bikes are welcome, running as separate events. Winners for each Spindata category.
- Accommodation and meal packages are available for the Saturday night (available through the WattShop website). The accommodation venue also doubles as the main HQ.
- An evening talk with Dan Bigham on the Saturday night in a separate bar area at the main HQ.
CTT event link here:
https://www.cyclingtimetrials.org.uk/race-details/26830
Entry into stage 1 will automatically enter you into stage 2.

Grant Bigham 🤝🏽

Important Date !! Next Sunday 28th January is our Prestigious Annual Classic Charity Ride..The event starts at 10am - signing on from 9.30am at Henhurst Hill ClubRooms, DE13 9TB.. This year 2024, we will be fundraising for Midlands Air Ambulance. Entry fee is a minimum of £5 and as usual there will be 2 Distances - 50k/100k.Everyone/All Clubs & riders are most welcome. Please support us once more !! (Pics from last year )

FLASH OFFER- TRY THE TRACK FOR £15

During January 2024 all our taster sessions are now £15, no experience necessary and all equipment included. Session dates and times include:
Sundays 6-7pm
Sunday 14th 3-4pm
Saturday 20th 5-6pm
Wednesday 24th 7-8pm

For more information or to book Call 01332 640011 or email us on [email protected]

Tuesday Club Group Ride on Zwift

https://www.zwift.com/events/view/4009467

Easy Hour, No Drop Club Ride.
1830 Start, Late Join Available 🤝🏽

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The awards evening is back! We look forward to seeing you there, it will be a fantastic evening 🥳

An email has been sent to all members with a voting link for the nomination for the awards!

It's that time of year again. It's time to put on your glad rags and come out for a party 🥳.

This year, the Uttoxeter Cycling Club Christmas party will be held at White Hart Hotel on Friday 1st December from 7pm.

Tickets are £5 a person, which includes a cold buffet and drinks discount.

Please can you let us know if you are coming by emailing [email protected].

Further information to come via email 📧

Hope to see as many of you there as possible.

Tom 🎅🏽