ABOUT ST CHRISTOPHER’S

Ride more. Explore further. Go faster. Whatever cycling means to you, our club is built around it.

We’re a community of cyclists of all levels — from first-timers to seasoned riders — united by a passion for the bike and the open road. Build your fitness and endurance on our regular social rides, learn from experienced members, and uncover the best routes our local area has to offer. When competition calls, we’ll help you answer it.

And when the ride’s done? There’s always coffee and cake waiting — maybe something stronger too.

Come and ride with us. We can’t wait to meet you.”

St Christopher's Cycling Club

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Social Cycling

Every Sunday morning and Thursday evening, we head out together for our popular social rides — and nobody gets left behind. Our ‘no-drop’ groups suit all paces, with a café stop along the way, winding through the countryside south of East Kilbride and venturing further afield once summer arrives. When the weather has other ideas, we take it indoors with group virtual rides — the camaraderie doesn’t stop, whatever Scotland throws at us.

First ride or hundredth, you’re always welcome. We meet at Langlands Square — Click for map. Check the FB and Strava feed for details of our next ride.

Auldhouse Time Trial League

Looking to test yourself and track your progress? Our Auldhouse Time Trial League, held on a 10-mile course just south of East Kilbride, is the perfect place to start. Whether you’re a seasoned competitor or stepping up to timed riding for the first time, it’s a friendly, supportive way to race the clock and measure your fitness over the season.

What makes the league special: we crown our champion on most improved, not fastest. Every personal best brings you closer to the top of the table.

Special Events

Beyond our regular rides, we love to set our sights a little further afield — sportives, charity rides, and trips abroad. Throughout the year we organise and take part in events ranging from a famous European climb to raising money for a great cause.

It’s a brilliant way to challenge yourself, create lasting memories, and strengthen the bonds that make this club special. All you need to do is sign up and enjoy the adventure.

Social Gatherings

Cycling is at our heart, but the fun doesn’t stop when the bikes are put away. Our annual dinner and prize giving is a highlight of the calendar — a chance to celebrate the season’s achievements and raise a glass with friends old and new.

Beyond the bikes, we enjoy leisurely walks through the local countryside, welcoming families and four-legged members alike, and the occasional trip to the pub is never far away.

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St Christopher’s Cycling Club is a friendly East Kilbride club, established in 1935 and always welcoming new members. We run summer TTs, winter turbo sessions, plus rides Thursdays 7pm and Sunday's early AM from Kelvin Rail Services, Langlands Square.

Sunday Club Run – 18/10/2026Seven riders out this morning for a 37-mile spin, with a warm welcome to newcomer Ross.A cold start at Langlands, but the sun was out and there wasn’t a breath of wind. One group headed out through Auldhouse, Eaglesham, Thorntonhall, Carmunnock, Nerston and Blantyre, taking on Sydes Brae along the way, before heading to Strathaven for coffee at Fower Coffee and then back home.A nice, easy-paced local ride with good conditions as we wind down the length of the rides for the winter. ... See MoreSee Less
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SCCC 2026 Annual Hill Climb and Freewheel Competition - 11/10/26A 25 mile ‘Tour de East Kilbride’ served as a warm up for this year’s annual Hill Climb up the last 1km stretch to the top of Ardochrigg. Weather was good, if a little cold at the start as 8 club riders prepared to push themselves to the limit for 3 to 4 minutes of pure torture. Andy set us off at 1 minute intervals and Ali waited at the top to clock our times. A hiccup with the timing meant the actual times were not recorded but thankfully the time gaps between each rider were and last year’s winner, Ant Balmer, retained his crown by 10 seconds. Congratulations 👏Based on Strava, Ant’s time was approximately 2:53 give or take a second or two. Results…Antony Balmer 2:53 🏆Raymond Sibbald +10 secGordon Colvin +38 secScott Young +39 secJon Slack +50 secMarion O'Connor +70 secMarc Cowen +71 secGordon McInally +98 secOnce at the top, the heavens opened whilst we all tucked in to a Scotch pie (delivered by Amanda - thanks) to add some weight for the now wet freewheel competition back down the hill. With last year’s winner Chris O’Neil unable to take part this year and defend his crown, Gordon McInally made it farthest and was crowned 2026 Lord o’ the Pies 🥧 We dried out, warmed up and finished off the day with a pint or two in the Auldhouse Arms to celebrate. Thanks to all who competed and helped out. 👏👏👏 ... See MoreSee Less
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Sunday club run - 4/10/26Arranview Cafe hiding from the rain ... See MoreSee Less
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On Saturday 26th September, four St Christopher’s members set off from Troon at 06:00 to tackle the Five Ferries cycling route.The plan was straightforward: 32 miles to Wemyss Bay for the 08:05 ferry, then Rothesay, Rhubodach, Colintraive, Portavadie, Tarbert, Claonaig, Lochranza and finally Brodick, with the aim of catching the 16:00 ferry back to Troon.What could possibly go wrong?The weather was dry but very windy, and the first 32 miles to Wemyss Bay went well. We arrived just in time for the 08:05, making it by the skin of our teeth as they were finishing boarding. A promising start.The rest of the morning went smoothly until, somewhere around the biggest climb between Colintraive and Portavadie, all four bike computers simultaneously delivered the news nobody wanted to see:16:00 ferry cancelled.Not ideal.We carried on, knowing there was one final sailing at 19:00. Rather than turn around, we decided to press on and aim for that.Then, while at Claonaig trying to transfer our booking, we were informed that the 19:00 sailing had also been cancelled.So that was us.Stranded on Arran.Thankfully, we managed to get a lodge at Auchrannie Resort for the night. Unfortunately, the final few miles to get there involved torrential rain, so we arrived absolutely soaked.With four bikes, four wet cyclists, no change of clothes and no toiletries, the luxury resort experience quickly became four grown men sitting around wrapped in towels.Sunday morning brought better news. We caught the 10:05 ferry from Brodick and completed the final three miles back to Troon, finally completing the fifth and final ferry crossing.So, what was supposed to be a one-day Five Ferries ride turned into a two-day adventure involving 100+ miles of cycling, five ferry crossings, two cancelled sailings, torrential rain and an unexpected night on Arran.Not quite the itinerary we started with, but certainly one we'll remember.A proper St Christopher's adventure. ... See MoreSee Less
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SVTTA 15 TT - 20/9/26Three SCCC riders racing at today’s SVTTA 15 mile TT in Stirling in some challenging conditions with high winds and cool temperature. At least the sun was out!!!A 2nd place for the team on AAT (age adjusted time). Individual times were…Andy Wilson 47:33Ross Allan 39:17Raymond Sibbald 38:07 ... See MoreSee Less
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