Sleaford Wheelers Newsletter October 2025

Surely not, it can’t be, no way! Unfortunately, it is, yes, October has arrived and it is time to get

those mudguards out, our handy guide to the correct length is included at the end of this newsletter.

This year’s AGM will be held on 17th November at Silk Willoughby Village Hall, commencing at 19:30.

Please let me know if you would like to add a topic for discussion.

Club members achievements

• Well done to Elise Gadsby on her first 100-mile ride, impressive at any age but super impressive at age 14.
• Congratulations to all those that braved the rain and took part in the Cyclo-cross, some great racing by all but in particular from the Juniors and Sam Turner who won the novice event.

Trophy Nominations

Don’t forget to get your nominations in for the following awards:

1. Club personality
2. Young Club personality (U20)
3. Most memorable ride.

Please let us know the reason for your nomination

Awards Night

The SWCC Committee have great pleasure in inviting you, your family and friends to the SWCC Annual Club Dinner and Awards Presentation.

The evening will start from 6:00pm with the Presentation of Awards starting at 6:30pm followed by a three-course meal at about 7:30 pm.

The three course meal costs £25.00 for adults. Children can choose from the child’s menu £12

Adult menu £25 3 courses

Starters:

• Tomato and basil soup. (GFA/VGA)
• Prawn cocktail (GFA)
• Chicken liver parfait (GFA)

Mains:

• Roast topside beef, roast potatoes, seasonal veg and Yorkshire pudding. (GFA)
• Pan seared chicken breast, roast potatoes, seasonal veg and a white wine and mushroom sauce (GFA)
• Sweet potato and spinach curry, rice and naan bread. (VGA/GFA)

Desserts:

• Chocolate brownie, vanilla ice cream (GFA)
• Sticky toffee pudding
• Lemon cheesecake (GFA)

Children’s Menu

The event this year has been subsidised by the club to keep last year’s prices. 👍

If you would like to join us at the Solo, please send your menu choices to kerri71@hotmail.com, Kerri on messenger by Sunday 16th November to book your place.

Payment can be made by bank transfer into the SWCC account – Sort Code: 30:97:70 Account No:00999739. Please use “YournameDinner” as reference.

All payments to be in by Sunday 16th November please.

If you have any particular dietary requirements, please let Kerri know when you book.

Please come along and join us for what will be an enjoyable evening of good food and a celebration of 2025 achievement.

Lots of work goes on to put these events on so we always appreciate the support. Please remember to bring some cash for the raffle and a game or two of true/false this year.💰

Introductory rides

A reminder that the next Introductory Ride will take place on Sunday 13th October.

SWCC Track Cycling Experience Day.

Have you ever fancied having a go at track cycling in a velodrome? SWCC are organising a day at Derby’s velodrome for the club on Saturday the 1st of November, between 2- 4 pm, arrive at 13:00 for briefings and set up. The price for the day will be around £20 per rider and will include bike and shoe hire (spectators free). Phil Harrison has organised a deal for the Club to keep prices low.

The length of the sessions mean you have time to relax between efforts and there are full facilities including cafe on site. Coaches are on hand to get you going and to give advice.

If you haven’t already informed Rob that you are interested, then please let Rob know soonest as the session is filling up fast.

Spinning Classes

Don’t forget Dennis is running the spinning classes at the Better Gym on Eastgate. These are planned for Thursday evenings, 18:30 – 19:30 and will run through to March. Contact Dennis for further information if you haven’t already.

SWCC on Tour

For those interested in week away with SWCC, Majorca is the chosen destination for 2026. This will be over the week commencing 24th April 2026.

Did you know?

It is estimated that there are 20 million bikes in the UK, a good percentage of which are thought to be in Gav Culshaw’s garage!

Events coming up in October

• Saturday 4th October – Ladies Rides
• Sunday 5th October – Cyclo-cross hosted by Lincoln at Doddington Hall
• Sunday 12th October – Introductory Ride
• Sunday 12th October – Cyclo-cross hosted by Witham Wheelers at Stroxton
• Sunday 19th October – Cyclo-cross hosted by Scunthorpe at Normanby Hall
• Sunday 26th October – Cyclo-cross hosted by Spalding at Beckbank

Events coming up in November

• Saturday 1st November – Julie Close led Ladies Ride
• Sunday 2nd November – Cyclo-cross hosted by Lincoln Wheelers at Nettleham
• Saturday 1st November – Track Day
• Saturday 8th November – Ladies Rides
• Monday 17th November – AGM
• Saturday 29th November – Awards Night
• Sunday 30th November – Cyclo-cross hosted by Ellmore Factory Racing at Potterhanworth

Dates for your diary

• Monday 26th January – Signing-on night

One from the archive

2007 and Kath Smith is on her way to 231.24 miles in 12 hours – a proper Yorkshire day out

Enjoy your cycling and stay safe.

Nige.

Mudguard set up