# Event Details - **Event Name**: Solstice Spins - **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 25 Jun, 2026 at 05:50 pm – Thu, 25 Jun, 2026 at 09:30 pm - **Event Description**: We're searching for the midsummer sun from multiple angles, find the ride that suits you best + come celebrate the light evening with us!About this EventHooray for [one of] the longest days of the year! We couldn’t think of a better way to celebrate - let’s ride into the [hopeful] sunset together with a range of rides to suit different bikes, abilities and distance desires…> Find the ride that suits you below and check out the corresponding tickets when you reserve your slots.> Please bring helmets, lights, water, snacks and layers.> All rides are mixed genders, but we are particularly welcoming new female riders to join our friendly club!All rides are warmly welcomed back to Station South where last orders have been pushed back to 10.30pm to accommodate thirsty cyclists with much deserved post ride beverages!Please note, most of the Pink slots have been allocated on Spond - so if you’ve already booked there, please leave these spaces for new riders!Pink 1 | Chase the Sun [All sign ups for this ride via Spond please]This is the Super Solstice hill climb challenge : can we ride Dovestones AND Holme Moss before sundown? We ride as a group apart from the hills, where it's a tussle between you, the gradient and how hard your legs are screaming. We wait at the top and continue together, before heading back to Station South to grab last orders.> Meet : 5.50pm for a 6pm departure> Suitable for: Confident road cyclists, used to the distance and speed advertised. Road bikes essential.> Distance / Terrain : 86.69km | 1244m of climbing| Roads with traffic and lots of hills!> Speed : 28kph+ on the flat> Route : Pink 2 | Embrace the SunThe chilled buddy of Pink 1 - we’re choosing to embrace, rather than chase the sun on this one. We’ll be tackling the Brickworks to enjoy the light evening views but avoiding the tricky descents on the other side by riding back down the way we came and meandering back through the Cheshire countryside.> Meet : 5.50pm for a 6pm departure> Suitable for: Confident road cyclists, used to the distance and speed advertised. Road bikes highly recommended.> Distance / Terrain : 53km | 549m of elevation | Roads with traffic and hills!> Speed : 22-24kph on the flat> Route Pink 3 | Rock the SunGet ready for a sun‑soaked*, dust‑kicking, gravel adventure to celebrate the longest day of the year. Rock the Sun is all about good vibes, golden light, and rolling over enough rocks to make your bike question its life choices.> Meet : 5.50pm for a 6pm departure> Suitable for: Confident cyclists, used to loose gravel, bumpy paths and proximity to water. Gravel / MTB bikes highly recommended.> Distance / Terrain : 40km | 500m | 3hrs | ☕️☕️> Route : COMING SOON!Blue | Savour the Sun [2 x Bees]> Group Leader : Kirsty> Meet : 5.50pm for a 6pm departure> Suitable for: Cyclists confident with the route and distance advertised.> Distance / Terrain : 30km | 232m of climbing |Mainly off road, not too bumpy!> Route : This route is trike and non-standard bike friendly, please drop us a line if your bike fits that description so we can double check the suitability :)++++If for any reason your circumstances change and you can no longer join us, please let us know and we can give your space to someone else. The size of the groups are extremely limited: if the ride is oversubscribed then priority will be given to those who have signed up. Thank you!Our rides and community projects are supported by Cycling UK who ask for consent to contact you after the event to ask you a few questions about your cycling habits. Please let Anna know before the ride if you don't want to be contacted.Any questions, drop Anna a note : community@stationsouth.co.uk++++Station South Cycling Club formed in 2023How we ride: Our goal is to be a friendly and inclusive cycle club. To achieve this aim we expect all riders to:- Look out for each other- Be friendly and supportive to all riders- Be self-sufficient (e.g. bring appropriate spares and supplies) https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/6e1a4060-6dad-11f1-bdd0-a977c66e9d66-rimg-w523-h740-dc070706-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/6e568610-6dad-11f1-b2b1-8fb527b733a7-rimg-w592-h740-dc59bed2-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/6eca2f70-6dad-11f1-980e-39e44e9692a8-rimg-w592-h740-dcf9d3d8-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/6f2b3b30-6dad-11f1-b2b1-8fb527b733a7-rimg-w592-h740-dce1f1e6-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/6f629ee0-6dad-11f1-b2b1-8fb527b733a7-rimg-w523-h740-dcffffff-gmir.jpg - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/manchester/solstice-spins/100001990867071002 - **Event Categories**: trips-adventures, sports, cycling, contests - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 3 hours 40 minutes - Location: Station South - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: GBP ## Event venue details - **city**: Manchester - **state**: EN - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: Station South - **lat**: 53.4417383 - **long**: -2.1893521 - **full address**: Station South, 975- 977 Stockport Road, Manchester, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Solstice Spins - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/8144a8ac8ca582e045b6c8276b57ea79cde3965cb9d201c361140e83b90c98e7-rimg-w1200-h675-dc060705-gmir.jpg?v=1781292124 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Solstice Spins being held? - **A:** Solstice Spins takes place on Thu, 25 Jun, 2026 at 05:50 pm to Thu, 25 Jun, 2026 at 09:30 pm at Station South, 975- 977 Stockport Road, Manchester, United Kingdom. - **Q**: Who is organizing Solstice Spins? - **A:** Solstice Spins is organized by Station South. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Solstice Spins is ideal for party-goers, social butterflies, and anyone looking for a great night out with music, drinks, and good vibes. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Manchester, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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