Welcome to KDCS. Based in Kendal, with the Lake District and Yorkshire Dales on our doorstep, we have been promoting cycling and exploring the area by bike in a leisurely and sociable way since 1993. We are affiliated to Cycling UK and warmly welcome new members. Joining is free

Tuesday, March 10, 2026

Broaden your cycling horizons.

The weather will improve at some point, even in Kendal!  If you are thinking of where to go after your latest KDCS ride here are some suggections. 

1. Cycling UKs British Cycle Quest competition. Log on to this link to get started. Start locally then set your sights on wider horizons. At the time of writing only 36 people have completed the Quest.

2. If you can forget the Battle of the Roses. The Yorkshire Cycling Festival takes place from June 12-14th  at Driffield Showground. This three day event replaces the York Rally which started back in 1945.

3. Cycle.Travel has an interactive map of cycle routes in he UK and Europe.

4. Cycling UK has put together a numbers of multiday rides more suitable for MTB/ Gravel Bikes. 

5. Bespoked Cycle Show  April 24-26, 2026. Copeland Park, Peckham, SE15 3SN. a chance to meet the creative masterminds behind the best hand-made bicycles, components, and accessories in the world in a three-day celebration of bikes and brilliant design.