Current Rides & Events
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Tue Jul 21st 2026
| Tuesday Evening 1* Ride to Sparsholt and West Challow | 1* |  |
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Contact:Steve Swanton - 07857 527990 |
Start Time:6:30 pm |
Start Location:OMH |
Description:Sparsholt. Out via Stockham, East Challow and Childrey back via the metalled bridleway to West Challow and Denchworth (13 miles).Please pre-book for this ride by contacting the ride leader. Our leisurely and sociable Tuesday evening 1* rides are designed specifically with adult newcomers to cycling and youngsters in mind, or those who just want some relaxed and sociable exercise. We cover a distance of 10-15 miles (16-24km) at a gentle pace of 8-10 mph (13-16kph), following quiet country lanes and the occasional easy off-road track. We stop regularly to catch our breath, to take in the views and anything that takes our interest along the way. |
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| Sunset: 9:10pm Twilight Ends: 9:54pm | ||
| Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/56204572 | ||
Tue Jul 21st 2026
| Tuesday Evening 2* Ride | 2* | |
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Contact:Gareth Smith - 07817 701644 |
Start Time:6:30 pm |
Start Location:Old Mill Hall |
Description:Please pre-book for this ride by contacting the ride leader. 1.5-2 hour ride at a riding pace of 18-20km/h (11-13mph)Given the ride leaders current level of the fitness, and the likelihood of it being a warm evening, this ride will be taken at speed aiming for the lower end of the 2* range. Hinton Waldrist, Hatford, Stanford |
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| Sunset: 9:10pm Twilight Ends: 9:54pm | ||
| Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/31381542 | ||
Tue Jul 21st 2026
| Tuesday Evening 3* Ride | 3* | |
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Contact:Sharon Bedford - 07776 255848 |
Start Time:6:30 pm |
Start Location:Old Mill Hall |
Description:Please pre-book for this ride by contacting the ride leader. 1.5 - 2 hours at a riding pace of 20-24km/h (13-15mph).Chain Hill, West Ilsley, Liley, Court Hill, Challow |
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| Sunset: 9:10pm Twilight Ends: 9:54pm | ||
| Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/23018531 | ||
Tue Jul 21st 2026
| RIDE CANCELLED - Tuesday Evening 4* Ride | 4* | |
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Start Time:6:30 pm |
Start Location:Wantage Market Place |
Description:RIDE CANCELLED - No leader - Please pre-book for this ride by contacting the ride leader.1-1.5 hours at a riding pace of 25-32 km/h (16 - 20 mph). Please arrive 10 minutes before the start time for the ride leaders briefing and a prompt start to the ride. Please arrive 10 minutes before the start time for the ride leaders briefing and a prompt start to the ride. |
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| Sunset: 9:10pm Twilight Ends: 9:54pm | ||
Thu Jul 23rd 2026
| Daytime 1* Thursday Ride | 1* | |
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Start Time:10:00 am |
Start Location:Old Mill Hall |
Description:Please pre-book for this ride by contacting the ride leader. Easy sociable ride of 24-32 km (15-20 miles) at a pace of 14-17km/h (9-11 mph). |
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| Sunset: 9:08pm Twilight Ends: 9:50pm | ||
Thu Jul 23rd 2026
| Daytime 2* Thursday Ride | 2* | |
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Start Time:10:00 am |
Start Location:Old Mill Hall |
Description:Please pre-book for this ride by contacting the ride leader. Sociable ride of 24-40 km (15-25 miles) at a pace of 18-20km/h (11-13 mph). |
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| Sunset: 9:08pm Twilight Ends: 9:50pm | ||
Thu Jul 23rd 2026
| Off Road Thursday Evening Ride | 2* | |
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Contact: |
Start Time:6:30 pm |
Start Location:Ridgeway Cycles |
Description:Please pre-book for this ride by contacting the ride leader. Off-road ride around local tracks, usually about 15 miles. Knobbly tyres required and good lights when it gets dark (‘get you home’ lights in Spring/Autumn). We are keen to welcome new riders and can make recommendations or have spare lights to borrow if you let us know. Dark, cold and wet - we’ll ride in any two. But please let us know if you are coming so we can tell you if we decide to cancel due to bad weather or other reasons. |
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| Sunset: 9:08pm Twilight Ends: 9:50pm | ||
Fri Jul 24th 2026 to Mon Jul 27th 2026
| Welsh Festival of Cycling (Ruthin North Wales) | |
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Contact:Jan McCabe - 07818 041362 |
Start Time:9:00 am |
Start Location:Ruthin |
Description:https://www.cyclinguk.org/event/welsh-festival-cycling-24 days of cycle rides, lots of options from 20 mile potters to 130km and 200km Audax ! So there is something for everyone. See the link for more details (and making own bookings, Audax booking due to open early April; festival and campsite bookings open end April or Early ?May) I went last year and thought it excellent, so am going again, I went as an individual, but there were many small groups there, it would make a great club weekend away,feel free to contact me for more info about it. You can go for as short or long time as you want, the camping was ridiculously cheap, there are also various hotels/B&Bs in the area |
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| Sunset: 9:06pm Twilight Ends: 9:49pm | ||
| Proposed Route: https://www.cyclinguk.org/event/welsh-festival-cycling-2 | ||
Sat Jul 25th 2026
| RIDE CANCELLED - 4* Saturday Shortie Ride | 4* | |
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Start Time:7:00 am |
Start Location:Wantage Market Place |
Description:RIDE CANCELLED - Nonleader - Please pre-book for this ride by contacting the ride leader. A 1.5-2 hour ride at,an average pace of 25-32 km/h (16 - 20 mph). May be hilly. Not suitable for irregular riders. Climbing likely.. |
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| Sunset: 9:05pm Twilight Ends: 9:47pm | ||
Sat Jul 25th 2026
| Day 2 Welsh Festival of Cycling | 3* | |
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Start Time:9:00 am |
Start Location:Ruthin |
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| Sunset: 9:05pm Twilight Ends: 9:47pm | ||
Sat Jul 25th 2026
| 2* Saturday Half Day Ride | 2* | |
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Start Time:9:30 am |
Start Location:Old Mill Hall |
Description:Please pre-book for this ride by contacting the ride leader. Half day ride (45-55km / 30-40 miles), with a tea stop, at a riding pace of 18-20km/h (11-13mph). |
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| Sunset: 9:05pm Twilight Ends: 9:47pm | ||
Sat Jul 25th 2026
| Off Road Away Ride. Lambourn Valley, Rooks Nest, Sheepdrove. Priscilla’s Kichen. | 2* | |
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Contact:Terry Penn - 07833 141534 |
Start Time:9:30 am |
Start Location:High Street Car Park Lambourn |
Description:Please pre-book for this ride by contacting the ride leader. Off-road half day ride around local tracks, usually 15-30 miles. Knobbly tyres required. We are keen to welcome new riders of all abilities.A lovely ride exploring the trails around the Lambourn Valley, the Rooks Nest Estate and the area around Sheepdrove. Cafe stop will be at Priscilla’s Kitchen, East Garston. Ride Distance 16.8 miles/27km. |
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| Sunset: 9:05pm Twilight Ends: 9:47pm | ||
| Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/55701491 | ||
Sun Jul 26th 2026
| Day 3 Welsh Festival of Cycling | 3* | |
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Contact: |
Start Time:9:00 am |
Start Location:Ruthin |
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| Sunset: 9:04pm Twilight Ends: 9:46pm | ||
Mon Jul 27th 2026
| Day 4 Welsh Festival of Cycling | 3* | |
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Contact:Jan McCabe - 07818 041362 |
Start Time:9:00 am |
Start Location:Ruthin |
Description: |
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| Sunset: 9:02pm Twilight Ends: 9:44pm | ||
Tue Jul 28th 2026
| Tuesday Evening 1* Ride "Loopy Tuesday" and Pub Night | 1* | |
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Contact: |
Start Time:6:30 pm |
Start Location:OMH |
Description:Loopy Tuesday - a figure of 8 loop around the Vale (13 miles). There will be optional stop at the Fox in Denchworth towards the end of the ride.NB: 2*'s are running a bridge ride at a slower pace than normal to give 1* riders the opportunity to try out a 2* ride. Please pre-book for this ride by contacting the ride leader. Our leisurely and sociable Tuesday evening 1* rides are designed specifically with adult newcomers to cycling and youngsters in mind, or those who just want some relaxed and sociable exercise. We cover a distance of 10-15 miles (16-24km) at a gentle pace of 8-10 mph (13-16kph), following quiet country lanes and the occasional easy off-road track. We stop regularly to catch our breath, to take in the views and anything that takes our interest along the way. |
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| Sunset: 9:01pm Twilight Ends: 9:42pm | ||
| Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/42209996 | ||
Tue Jul 28th 2026
| Tuesday Evening 2* Pub Ride | 2* | |
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Contact: |
Start Time:6:30 pm |
Start Location:Old Mill Hall |
Description:Please pre-book for this ride by contacting the ride leader. 1.5-2 hour ride at a riding pace of 18-20km/h (11-13mph)NB: we plan to offer this as a bridge ride at a slower pace than normal to give 1* riders the opportunity to try out a 2* ride. If we have enough riders and leaders, we will offer two rides at different speeds. At the same time 3* are offering a slower paced 3* ride to give 2* riders the opportunity to try out a 3* ride Hendred Steventon Pub night |
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| Sunset: 9:01pm Twilight Ends: 9:42pm | ||
| Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/40413352 | ||
Tue Jul 28th 2026
| Tuesday Evening 3* Pub Ride | 3* | |
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Contact:Chris Bailey - 07789606500 |
Start Time:6:30 pm |
Start Location:Old Mill Hall |
Description:Please pre-book for this ride by contacting the ride leader. 1.5 - 2 hours at a riding pace of 20-24km/h (13-15mph). Please arrive 10 minutes before the start time for the ride leaders briefing and a prompt start to the ride.NB Tonights ride will be run at a slower pace to give 2* riders an opportunity to try out a 3* ride. As well, there is an opportunity to try a 4* ride which will be undertaken at a pace suitable for those getting a taste for the lower end of a 4* ride. Great Brook via Buckland, return via Standlake Pub Night!. |
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| Sunset: 9:01pm Twilight Ends: 9:42pm | ||
| Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/42156182 | ||
Tue Jul 28th 2026
| RIDE CANCELLED - Tuesday Evening 4* Pub Ride and Bridging Rides | 4* | |
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Contact: |
Start Time:6:30 pm |
Start Location:Old Mill Hall |
Description:RIDE CANCELLED - No leader - Please pre-book for this ride by contacting the ride leader. 1-1.5 hours at a riding pace of 25-32 km/h (16 - 20 mph). Please arrive 10 minutes before the start time for the ride leaders briefing and a prompt start to the ride.NB Tonights ride will be run at a slightly slower pace to allow 3* riders the opportunity to try out a 4* ride. Pub Night! |
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| Sunset: 9:01pm Twilight Ends: 9:42pm | ||
Thu Jul 30th 2026
| Daytime 1* Thursday Ride | 1* | |
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Contact: |
Start Time:10:00 am |
Start Location:Old Mill Hall |
Description:Please pre-book for this ride by contacting the ride leader. Easy sociable ride of 24-32 km (15-20 miles) at a pace of 14-17km/h (9-11 mph). |
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| Sunset: 8:58pm Twilight Ends: 9:39pm | ||
Thu Jul 30th 2026
| Daytime 2* Thursday Ride | 2* | |
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Contact: |
Start Time:10:00 am |
Start Location:Old Mill Hall |
Description:Please pre-book for this ride by contacting the ride leader. Sociable ride of 24-40 km (15-25 miles) at a pace of 18-20km/h (11-13 mph). |
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| Sunset: 8:58pm Twilight Ends: 9:39pm | ||
Thu Jul 30th 2026
| Off Road Thursday Evening Ride | 2* | |
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Contact: |
Start Time:6:30 pm |
Start Location:Ridgeway Cycles |
Description:Please pre-book for this ride by contacting the ride leader. Off-road ride around local tracks, usually about 15 miles. Knobbly tyres required and good lights when it gets dark (‘get you home’ lights in Spring/Autumn). We are keen to welcome new riders and can make recommendations or have spare lights to borrow if you let us know. Dark, cold and wet - we’ll ride in any two. But please let us know if you are coming so we can tell you if we decide to cancel due to bad weather or other reasons. |
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| Sunset: 8:58pm Twilight Ends: 9:39pm | ||
Sat Aug 1st 2026
| 3* Saturday Half Day Ride | 3* | |
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Contact:Eddie Little - 07512 645320 |
Start Time:9:00 am |
Start Location:OMH |
Description:Description:Please pre-book for this ride by contacting the ride leader. Half day ride (60-70km / 38-45 miles), with a tea stop, riding pace of 20-24km/h (13-15mph). |
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| Sunset: 8:54pm Twilight Ends: 9:35pm | ||
Tue Aug 4th 2026
| Tuesday Evening 1* Ride to Charney Bassett via Ock Bridge | 1* | |
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Contact: |
Start Time:6:30 pm |
Start Location:OMH |
Description:A scenic loop of the Vale via West Hanney and Charney Bassett. We'll be using the easy tracks over the railway and past the grain store to West Hanney (12 miles).Please pre-book for this ride by contacting the ride leader. Our leisurely and sociable Tuesday evening 1* rides are designed specifically with adult newcomers to cycling and youngsters in mind, or those who just want some relaxed and sociable exercise. We cover a distance of 10-15 miles (16-24km) at a gentle pace of 8-10 mph (13-16kph), following quiet country lanes and the occasional easy off-road track. We stop regularly to catch our breath, to take in the views and anything that takes our interest along the way. |
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| Sunset: 8:49pm Twilight Ends: 9:29pm | ||
| Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/42207362 | ||
Tue Aug 4th 2026
| Tuesday Evening 2* Ride | 2* | |
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Contact: |
Start Time:6:30 pm |
Start Location:Old Mill Hall |
Description:Please pre-book for this ride by contacting the ride leader. 1.5-2 hour ride at a riding pace of 18-20km/h (11-13mph)Fyfield loop via Marcham |
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| Sunset: 8:49pm Twilight Ends: 9:29pm | ||
| Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/38723768 | ||
Tue Aug 4th 2026
| Tuesday Evening 3* Ride | 3* | |
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Contact: |
Start Time:6:30 pm |
Start Location:Old Mill Hall |
Description:Please pre-book for this ride by contacting the ride leader. 1.5 - 2 hours at a riding pace of 20-24km/h (13-15mph). Please arrive 10 minutes before the start time for the ride leaders briefing and a prompt start to the ride.Upton via Steventon, Harwell back via Chilton and the Hendreds |
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| Sunset: 8:49pm Twilight Ends: 9:29pm | ||
| Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/42156130 | ||
Tue Aug 4th 2026
| Tuesday Evening 4* Ride | 4* | |
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Contact: |
Start Time:6:30 pm |
Start Location:Wantage Market Place |
Description:Please pre-book for this ride by contacting the ride leader. 1-1.5 hours at a riding pace of 25-32 km/h (16 - 20 mph). Please arrive 10 minutes before the start time for the ride leaders briefing and a prompt start to the ride. Please arrive 10 minutes before the start time for the ride leaders briefing and a prompt start to the ride. |
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| Sunset: 8:49pm Twilight Ends: 9:29pm | ||
Thu Aug 6th 2026
| Daytime 1* Thursday Ride | 1* | |
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Contact: |
Start Time:10:00 am |
Start Location:Old Mill Hall |
Description:Please pre-book for this ride by contacting the ride leader. Easy sociable ride of 24-32 km (15-20 miles) at a pace of 14-17km/h (9-11 mph). |
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| Sunset: 8:46pm Twilight Ends: 9:25pm | ||
Thu Aug 6th 2026
| Daytime 2* Thursday Ride | 2* | |
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Contact: |
Start Time:10:00 am |
Start Location:Old Mill Hall |
Description:Please pre-book for this ride by contacting the ride leader. Sociable ride of 24-40 km (15-25 miles) at a pace of 18-20km/h (11-13 mph). |
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| Sunset: 8:46pm Twilight Ends: 9:25pm | ||
Thu Aug 6th 2026
| Off Road Thursday Evening Ride | 2* | |
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Contact:Eddie Little - 07512 645320 |
Start Time:6:30 pm |
Start Location:Ridgeway Cycles |
Description:Please pre-book for this ride by contacting the ride leader. Off-road ride around local tracks, usually about 15 miles. Knobbly tyres required and good lights when it gets dark (‘get you home’ lights in Spring/Autumn). We are keen to welcome new riders and can make recommendations or have spare lights to borrow if you let us know. Dark, cold and wet - we’ll ride in any two. But please let us know if you are coming so we can tell you if we decide to cancel due to bad weather or other reasons. |
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| Sunset: 8:46pm Twilight Ends: 9:25pm | ||
Sat Aug 8th 2026
| 4* Saturday Shortie Ride | 4* | |
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Contact: |
Start Time:7:00 am |
Start Location:Wantage Market Place |
Description:Please pre-book for this ride by contacting the ride leader. A 1.5-2 hour ride at,an average pace of 25-32 km/h (16 - 20 mph). May be hilly. Not suitable for irregular riders. Climbing likely.. |
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| Sunset: 8:42pm Twilight Ends: 9:21pm | ||
Sat Aug 8th 2026
| 2* Saturday Half Day Ride | 2* | |
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Contact: |
Start Time:9:30 am |
Start Location:Old Mill Hall |
Description:Please pre-book for this ride by contacting the ride leader. Half day ride (45-55km / 30-40 miles), with a tea stop, at a riding pace of 18-20km/h (11-13mph). |
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| Sunset: 8:42pm Twilight Ends: 9:21pm | ||
Sun Aug 9th 2026
| Off Road Sunday Ride | 2* | |
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Contact: |
Start Time:9:30 am |
Start Location:Wantage Market Place |
Description:Please pre-book for this ride by contacting the ride leader. Off-road half day ride around local tracks, usually 15-30 miles. Knobbly tyres required. We are keen to welcome new riders of all abilities. |
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| Sunset: 8:40pm Twilight Ends: 9:19pm | ||
Tue Aug 11th 2026
| Tuesday Evening 1* Ride - Betterton via Stockham | 1* | |
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Contact: |
Start Time:6:30 pm |
Start Location:OMH |
Description:This evening we'll explore some of the back routes in Wantage before continuing to Lockinge and Betterton, returning to Grove via Lains barn (12 miles). Lights recommended as the evenings are drawing in.Please pre-book for this ride by contacting the ride leader. Our leisurely and sociable Tuesday evening 1* rides are designed specifically with adult newcomers to cycling and youngsters in mind, or those who just want some relaxed and sociable exercise. We cover a distance of 10-15 miles (16-24km) at a gentle pace of 8-10 mph (13-16kph), following quiet country lanes and the occasional easy off-road track. We stop regularly to catch our breath, to take in the views and anything that takes our interest along the way. |
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| Sunset: 8:37pm Twilight Ends: 9:15pm | ||
| Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/28328245 | ||
Tue Aug 11th 2026
| Tuesday Evening 2* Ride | 2* | |
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Contact:Richard Kidd - 07889 644527 |
Start Time:6:30 pm |
Start Location:Old Mill Hall |
Description:Please pre-book for this ride by contacting the ride leader. 1.5-2 hour ride at a riding pace of 18-20km/h (11-13mph)Letcombes Childrey Charney |
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| Sunset: 8:37pm Twilight Ends: 9:15pm | ||
| Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/35406148 | ||
Tue Aug 11th 2026
| Tuesday Evening 3* Ride | 3* | |
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Contact: |
Start Time:6:30 pm |
Start Location:Old Mill Hall |
Description:Please pre-book for this ride by contacting the ride leader. 1.5 - 2 hours at a riding pace of 20-24km/h (13-15mph). Please arrive 10 minutes before the start time for the ride leaders briefing and a prompt start to the ride.White Horse Hill via Uffington |
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| Sunset: 8:37pm Twilight Ends: 9:15pm | ||
| Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/42257848 | ||
Tue Aug 11th 2026
| Tuesday Evening 4* Ride | 4* | |
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Contact: |
Start Time:6:30 pm |
Start Location:Wantage Market Place |
Description:Please pre-book for this ride by contacting the ride leader. 1-1.5 hours at a riding pace of 25-32 km/h (16 - 20 mph). Please arrive 10 minutes before the start time for the ride leaders briefing and a prompt start to the ride. Please arrive 10 minutes before the start time for the ride leaders briefing and a prompt start to the ride. |
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| Sunset: 8:37pm Twilight Ends: 9:15pm | ||
Thu Aug 13th 2026
| Daytime 1* Thursday Ride | 1* | |
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Contact: |
Start Time:10:00 am |
Start Location:Old Mill Hall |
Description:Please pre-book for this ride by contacting the ride leader. Easy sociable ride of 24-32 km (15-20 miles) at a pace of 14-17km/h (9-11 mph). |
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| Sunset: 8:33pm Twilight Ends: 9:11pm | ||
Thu Aug 13th 2026
| Daytime 2* Thursday Ride | 2* | |
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Contact:Richard Kidd - 07889 644527 |
Start Time:10:00 am |
Start Location:Old Mill Hall |
Description:Please pre-book for this ride by contacting the ride leader. Sociable ride of 24-40 km (15-25 miles) at a pace of 18-20km/h (11-13 mph). |
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| Sunset: 8:33pm Twilight Ends: 9:11pm | ||
Thu Aug 13th 2026
| Off Road Thursday Evening Ride | 2* | |
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Contact: |
Start Time:6:30 pm |
Start Location:Ridgeway Cycles |
Description:Please pre-book for this ride by contacting the ride leader. Off-road ride around local tracks, usually about 15 miles. Knobbly tyres required and good lights when it gets dark (‘get you home’ lights in Spring/Autumn). We are keen to welcome new riders and can make recommendations or have spare lights to borrow if you let us know. Dark, cold and wet - we’ll ride in any two. But please let us know if you are coming so we can tell you if we decide to cancel due to bad weather or other reasons. |
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| Sunset: 8:33pm Twilight Ends: 9:11pm | ||
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- 1* - Suitable for irregular, social, beginner or family riders, pace will match the slower riders. Not hilly or long. Expect rides up to 3 hours. Gentle exercise.
- 2* - Suitable for regular riders who prefer to cover some distance but at a more relaxed pace. Likely to be half-day rides. Solid exercise.
- 3* - Suitable for experienced riders, may be hilly, long, quick, or any combination! Likely to be half or full-day rides. Challenging exercise.
- 4* - Suitable for athletic riders who can ride safely above the 3* standard. Quick rides for the fit.
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