The Swaledale Outdoor Club cycling section held the event on March 14, starting from The Greyhound Inn in Hackforth.
It was here that eight riders gathered in March 1976 for the group’s inaugural outing.
A spokesperson said: “Debbie and Liam, the Greyhound landlords, welcomed us to their lovely traditional Inn, and very efficiently supplied us with butties and drinks.
The first cycle ride in March 1976 (Image: Supplied)
“After much sociallising, we finally set off on a beautiful sunny morning, following rural lanes to Bedale where we took a detour to visit the old harbour as did the riders in 1976.”
This year, 36 cyclists took part, retracing much of the original route and including a stop at the old harbour in Bedale.
The route continued through West Tanfield to Grewelthorpe Village Hall, where riders enjoyed soup, sandwiches and cake.
The spokesperson added: “We refuelled with delicious soup, sandwiches and cake provided by the volunteers at this excellent Local Community Facility, a regular cafe stop on our twice weekly rides.”
“The return leg took riders through Masham and back to Hackforth.
“On the ride were two members from the inaugral ride and hopefully some of the 36 out today will be celebrating the SOC Cycling Section’s 100th Anniversary in 2076.”