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Mon May 1st 2023
| Oxford Special sunrise May Day ride | 3* |
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Leader:John Tranter |
Start Time:5:30 am |
Start Location:OMH |
Description:This year May Day fortuitously falls on the Bank Holiday Monday and the ancient Oxford tradition of the choir singing at sunrise from the tower of Magdalen College is happening. So I am repeating our now traditional slightly bonkers May Day sunrise ride to Oxford and back. The bad news is - it starts at 5.30. The good news is this means we can catch the wonderful early morning light on the river and the ancient buildings of Oxford, as well as hopefully getting at least some sense of the occasion. I can't guarantee that we will be able to get anywhere near the Magdalen tower - I suspect the whole city will be going crazy - but it should be an adventure!We head out to Fyfield, under the Tubney tunnel and across to Sunningwell before joining the river by Kennington for a lovely route into town past the College boathouses with views across Christ Church Meadow. Then we will take a look at some of the best buildings Oxford has to offer (including my own St Cross College) before heading out of town again to Wolvercote for a big loop around Port Meadow. Finally we conquer Cumnor Hill and head for home. It is just over 40 miles and my plan is to be back in Grove by just after 9. Costa in Grove will be open for post-ride refreshments and facilities. Please let me know in advance if you are joining the ride. |
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Riders:Chris BaileyEddie Little Jo Little John Tranter Lucia Singer Malcolm Heavens Richard Saunders Sally Bensoussis Sarah Bowen Sharon Bedford Riders = 10 Weather: Report:What a wonderful ride! Not quite the perfect weather as it was a bit cloudy so we didn't really see the sun rise, but nice enough to be pleasant. A really interesting group turned out - apparently mad enough not to be put off by the 05.30 start time. A particular welcome to Lucia and Richard back with us after a few years gap and to Malcolm on his longest ride with us so far. All went according to plan as we made good time over to Kennington and the glorious river path alongside the boat houses and eventually across from Christ Church Meadow as we caught a glimpse of Magdalen Tower. The streets of Oxford were as chaotic as expected - particularly crowded around any pub or any morris dancers! All good fun though as we headed out of town along the Oxford Canal towpath to Wolvercote. Cumnor Hill was suitably conquered and we headed for home.Thanks to all for great company and a glorious ride. | ||
Distance:70.81 km (44.00 mi) | Ride Details:https://ridewithgps.com/trips/119624547 | |
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| Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/35762947" | ||
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Tue May 2nd 2023
| Off Road Tuesday Evening Ride | 2* |
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Leader:Robin Tucker |
Start Time:6:30 pm |
Start Location:Wantage Market Place |
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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Report:David and Steve went riding from Wantage.Robin went riding from Abingdon. We didn't actually meet up in the end, although we were all out enjoying the trails at the same time. | ||
Distance:24.14 km (15.00 mi) | ||
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Tue May 2nd 2023
| Tuesday Evening 1* Ride | 1* |
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Leader:Carin Tranter |
Start Time:6:30 pm |
Start Location:Old Mill Hall |
Description:West Challow and Childrey (10 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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Riders:Anke OttoCarin Tranter Diana Whidborne Karl Blake Martyn Wigmore Michael Tayler Tim Waite Riders = 7 Report:We set off altogether but unfortunately Karl had to stop due to a bike malfunction - he had to pull out of the ride. A very interesting route out to Denchworth and then along to the main road via Challow Marsh. We went along the A417 and then into West Challow. We took the track up to Childrey and then along the next track back to East Challow, which was full of big holes but at least they were not full of water. Anke left us at West Challow as this was her home ( she had already ridden out to Grove from West Challow originally). We came down through the estate and turned left back onto the A417, past the village hall and onto the canal tow path to Grove. A very interestingly different ride. Enjoyed by all. | ||
Distance:16.09 km (10.00 mi) | ||
| Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/42176733" | ||
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Tue May 2nd 2023
| Tuesday Evening 2* Ride | 2* |
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Leader:John Tranter |
Start Time:6:30 pm |
Start Location:Old Mill Hall |
Description:Weekly 1.5 hour rides at a riding pace of 18-20km/h (11-13mph). Not likely to be very hilly. 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)Lyford, Hinton Waldrist |
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Riders:Barry StantonClare Hazell David Jackson Des Higgs Gareth Smith Gillie Tracey John Tranter Sarah Bowen Simon Wysocki-Jones Stephanie Haddrell Steve Swanton Val Smith Riders = 12 Weather: Report:A perfect evening for a bike ride and obviously lots of you thought the same - a great turnout. A particular welcome to Gillie on her first ride with us. It was also great to welcome back Clare fresh from her smashing the London Marathon a few days ago.With thanks to Steve S for leading the second group, we followed a nice mellow route around the north of the Vale, with the highlight being a little detour to the stunning church, pond and manor house at the back of Longworth. We also took in the bridleway from there along the edge of the Thames Valley ridge into beautiful Hinton Waldrist. Narrowly resisting the temptation to drop down to Duxford for a Thames swim, we headed for home as the sun began to set, at one point giving an owl a race along the hedgerow. A really lovely ride in great company. | ||
Distance:28.97 km (18.00 mi) | Ride Details:https://ridewithgps.com/trips/119774858 | |
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| Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/29754434" | ||
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Tue May 2nd 2023
| Tuesday Evening 3* Ride | 3* |
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Leader:Sharon Bedford |
Start Time:6:30 pm |
Start Location:Old Mill Hall |
Description:Weekly 1.5 - 2 hours at a riding pace of 20-24km/h (13-15mph). May be hilly. 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).Seven Barrows, shorter route |
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Report:A slightly smaller group this week.There was general agreement that this route is one of our favourite Tuesday evening rides. And with kind weather and a great group it was a pleasure to lead. | ||
Distance:39.00 km (24.23 mi) | ||
| Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/31836142" | ||
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Thu May 4th 2023
| Daytime 1* Thursday Ride | 1* |
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Leader:Lorna Swanton |
Start Time:10:00 am |
Start Location:Old Mill Hall |
Description:A ride out to Ardington for coffee at the Grocer Chef. Out via Charlton, Lockinge, Ginge and the Icknield Greenway. Back via Lains Barn.Please book for this ride by contacting the ride leader. Easy sociable ride at a pace of 14-17km/h (9-11 mph). |
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Riders:Andy BelcherDiana Whidborne John Stamp Karl Blake Kevin Hazell Lorna Swanton Sarah Macaulay Riders = 7 Report:First rule of ride leading: check the cafe you want to go to is open! Somehow I'd missed the Grocer Chef's well-advertised few days off, so we made our way back into Wantage via the Kingsgrove cycle paths we'd explored a couple of weeks ago and went to the Old Stables in Stirling's Close. Thanks, Kath for the suggestion, and Sarah for helping to remember the way.A lovely sunny morning for a cycle ride. Thanks everyone for your company. | ||
Distance:19.31 km (12.00 mi) | ||
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Thu May 4th 2023
| Daytime 2* Thursday Ride | 2* |
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Leader:Stephanie Haddrell |
Start Time:10:00 am |
Start Location:Old Mill Hall |
Description:A ride out to The Grocers Chef at Ardington for coffee.We will head out to Childrey and the Letcombes then through Wantage taking the Icknield way to Ardington. Following coffee we will return via Laines Barn. 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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Riders:Des HiggsGillie Tracey John Salmon John Tranter Malcolm Heavens Pauline Clark Roger Postbeschild Riders = 7 Weather: Report:A beautiful spring morning for a cycle with a ride planned to get the hills out of the way before coffee! It was lovely to see some new faces; John and Gillie and both took the hills in their stride!we went out via Denchworth Challow and Childrey, onto Wantage via the Letcombes enjoying the sweep down into Bassett, (taking heed of the new 20mph Speed limit). leaving Letcombe Regis we took the scenic route along the cycle path down locks Lane and across the ford and onto Priory Road and then joined the Icknield way passing by the wantage and Grove Horticultural shed at the end of trinder way. once into Locking we were met by the 1* group heading back having found the Grocers Chef Closed  . After a brief consultation we decided to go to Marco Polo for coffee and sadly missed the last remaining hill! Having enjoyed a splendid coffe and met Kath the group split up with just John, Des, Roger and John making our way through the traffic lights to Grove. A great ride with super company . | ||
Distance:26.00 km (16.16 mi) | ||
| Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/42708547" | ||
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Sun May 7th 2023
| 2* Sunday Half Day Ride | 2* |
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Leader:Roger Postbeschild |
Start Time:10:00 am |
Start Location:OMH |
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).Not the Coronation ride rescheduled for Sunday in view of the forecast. You can now watch the Coronation and still ride! I have amended this from the 3* as the bank holiday ride on Monday is 3*. A 'Not the coronation' ride to Aston Pottery |
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Report:Well, this was very much a variable feast, originally planned as a Saturday 3 star, I amended it to a 2 star in view of the booked 3 star for Bank Holiday Monday.Saturday was distinctly wet so I opted to move to Sunday, which proved to be delightful, warm, sunny and light winds. Monday's ride was postponed due to another wet forecast so this was the only show in town. I was somewhat surprised, under the circumstances, to only attract Des and Barry. Aston Pottery was the quietest I have ever seen it on a Sunday - the roads were similarly quiet. The pace was set by the riders - a strong 3 star in the end! | ||
Distance:60.80 km (37.78 mi) | Ride Details:https://ridewithgps.com/routes/42763102 | |
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Tue May 9th 2023
| RIDE CANCELLED - Off Road Tuesday Evening Ride | 2* |
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Leader:Robin Tucker |
Start Time:6:30 pm |
Start Location:Wantage Market Place |
Description:RIDE CANCELLED - Cancelled due to not enough ride leaders.Nothing to do with the rain. Really... - 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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Tue May 9th 2023
| Tuesday Evening 1* Ride | 1* |
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Leader:Diana Whidborne |
Start Time:6:30 pm |
Start Location:Old Mill Hall |
Description:Charney Bassett and Lyford via Ock Bridge (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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| Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/42176180" | ||
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Tue May 9th 2023
| Tuesday Evening 2* Ride | 2* |
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Leader:Steve Swanton |
Start Time:6:30 pm |
Start Location:Old Mill Hall |
Description:Weekly 1.5 hour rides at a riding pace of 18-20km/h (11-13mph). Not likely to be very hilly. UPDATE 8 May: Weather forecast is not looking good, with heavy rain forecast this evening and possible thunderstorms tomorrow. Please keep an eye out here or club Facebook page in case of cancellation.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) A circuit north-eastwards to Garford, Marcham and Fyfield, returning via Charney Basssett. The only climb of any real note is on a short stretch of the A338 from Garford to the Frilford traffic lights. We'll make use of a cunning tunnel under the A420 to reach Fyfield. The nights are getting longer and we should be back in Grove well before sunset, but lights are still recommended in case of any delays. |
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Report:Thunderstorms were forecast and there were heavy showers all around during the afternoon but not in Grove. So something of a ride leader's nightmare to know whether to cancel or not? And then at 6:05 it started to rain... Fortunately, this turned out to be a relatively short-lived shower and, despite the grey skies, we met at OMH in the dry. 4 others were willing to join me to brave the vagaries of the weather on the 2* ride.There were some big puddles about and water-filled potholes to avoid, so a change of route was in order, avoiding the A-roads through Frilford and Marcham. Out through Denchworth to West Hanney, we could see dark clouds and heavy showers to our right but we stayed dry. We headed away from the showers to Fyfield and continued on to Netherton. As we joined the Appleton to Longworth Road we witnessed a bizarre impatient overtaking manoeuvre; the car was driven onto the verge, sunk into the mud and ploughed it up (mud everywhere!) and its underframe ground on the road edge as the driver tried to regain the road. Grrrrrrr! Fortunately, nothing worse. As we reached Longworth it finally started to rain, relatively gently at first and then more steadily (but not hard) as we turned down Lodge Lane towards the A420. After a remarkably clear crossing, we continued on the lovely gentle downhill to Charney Bassett then pressed on home, arriving back in Grove just after 8pm. It was satisfying to have been out and not as wet as we might have feared. Thanks to my companions for making it an enjoyable ride to lead. | ||
Distance:30.58 km (19.00 mi) | Ride Details:https://ridewithgps.com/routes/42832230 | |
| Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/42688399" | ||
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Tue May 9th 2023
| Tuesday Evening 3* Ride | 3* |
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Leader:Jo Little |
Start Time:6:30 pm |
Start Location:Old Mill Hall |
Description:Weekly 1.5 - 2 hours at a riding pace of 20-24km/h (13-15mph). May be hilly. 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).Grove, Ardington Ginges, Hendreds, Steventon, Hatford, Stanford, Denchworth, Grove |
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Riders:Andrew RimmerAndy Pixton Graham Bergdahl Jo Little Roger Postbeschild Sharon Bedford Simon Atkin Yvonne Bird Riders = 8 Weather:  Report:It was uncertain whether this ride would go ahead until quite late in the day because of the uncertain weather forecasts. A report of flooding on the off road section and very black thunderclouds to the East made me change the route at the last minute to a westerly, vale one. This is where I need to apologise to everyone as I picked what looked like a suitable route from the archive without realising its the one down for next Tuesday. Sorry!We were lucky that it only rained lightly during the ride, though we were all soaked by the time we got back home. The ride itself was enjoyable and it was a great group to cycle with. Extra kudos to Yvonne who cycled to and from Hendred as well as doing the ride. | ||
Distance:43.45 km (27.00 mi) | ||
| Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/31836243" | ||
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Wed May 10th 2023
| Annual General Meeting |
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Leader:John Tranter |
Start Time:7:00 pm |
Start Location:Grove Rugby Club, Recreation Ground, OX12 0FL |
Description:The 2023 Cycling UK Wantage AGM will be held as follows:Logistics: Date – Wednesday 10th May 2023 Time – 19.00 for food, 19:45 for business Location – Grove Rugby Club, Wasborough Field Recreation Ground, Cane Lane, Grove, OX12 0FL Note that for those not familiar with the location the car park is off Cane Lane and if driving you have to approach from the west (off Denchworth Road/Recreation Lane or Brereton Drive). Walking or cycling you can cut through Cane Lane from Main Street. The postcode is accurate and sat nav should manage to get you there! There is plenty of parking. The car park is quite dark and the entrance to the Rugby Club is from the edge of the playing fields (you will see the rear of the building from the car park). Food details: The Rugby Club has a good bar and we are bringing in the food courtesy of Millbrook Fish and Chips in Grove. Menu choices are given below, please let me know your choices by SUNDAY 7th MAY so we can pre-order with the shop. Exact money (cash) on the night please. cod and chips £7.50 quarter BBQ chicken and chips £6.00 beef pie and chips £5.00 large sausage and chips £4.00 cheese and onion pastie and chips £5.00 (vegetarian) Please let me know at: john@tranters.net Agenda: 1. Open and apologies for absence 2. Minutes of 2022 AGM 3. Matters arising from 2022 AGM 4. Chairman’s Report 5. Ride Secretary’s Report 6. Membership Secretary’s Report 7. Treasurer’s Report 8. Publicity Report 9. Local cycling and active travel update 10. Election of Committee Members for 2023-24 11. Motions for AGM Discussion (if any) 12. Presentation of Trophies 13. Close The following people have indicated they are willing to stand in the roles shown for next year: Chairman & Membership Secretary: John Tranter Secretary: Jo Little Treasurer: Roger Postbeschild Rides Secretary: Katherine Boyce Promotions/Publicity: Steve Swanton General Committee Members: Steve Boreham, Diana Whidborne, Stephanie Haddrell, Andy Rimmer, Lizzie Hardingham If there are any additional nominations, please provide a proposer and seconder to Jo (secretary@ctcwantage.org.uk) by the end of WEDNESDAY 3rd MAY at the latest. As mentioned previously, if anyone has any safeguarding experience and would be willing to support us in that area, this would be particularly helpful. Any member can put forward a Motion for discussion at the AGM. Again, please submit any Motions to Jo (secretary@ctcwantage.org.uk) by the end of WEDNESDAY 3rd MAY at the latest. I really encourage as many of you as possible to come along to the AGM – it is a very useful way to get a good overview of what the Club does and how things are progressing. It’s also a great social evening and a rare chance to see people dressed in normal clothes! |
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Riders:Andrew RimmerAndy Pixton Barry Stanton Carin Tranter David Bridge David Jackson Des Higgs Diana Whidborne Eddie Little Gareth Smith Jo Little John Tranter Jon Townsin Julie Haynes Karen Townsin Karl Blake Katherine Boyce Lorna Swanton Nick Dunton Nicole Pethybridge Roger Postbeschild Sally Bensoussis Simon Atkin Stephanie Haddrell Steve Swanton Val Smith Riders = 26 Report: | ||
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Thu May 11th 2023
| Daytime 1* Thursday Ride | 1* |
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Leader:Carin Tranter |
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).Ride round the vale to join the 2* group at Stanford. |
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Riders:Carin TranterDiana Whidborne John Stamp Kevin Hazell Lorna Swanton Patrick O'Leary Steve Swanton Tim Waite Riders = 8 Weather:Report: | ||
Distance:24.94 km (15.50 mi) | ||
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Thu May 11th 2023
| Daytime 2* Thursday Ride | 2* |
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Leader:Roger Postbeschild |
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).A flat ride via Fyfield to coffee at Stanford in the Vale. |
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Riders:Barry EggbyBarry Stanton Des Higgs John Groves John Salmon Katherine Boyce Roger Postbeschild Riders = 7 Weather:Report:A flat ride to Stanford for coffee. Good to welcome Kath on a Thursday 2 star and also to welcome John G back after his travels.For once, I was unable to partake of a second coffee back in Grove, I had a train to catch! | ||
Distance:36.00 km (22.37 mi) | ||
| Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/42809824" | ||
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Sat May 13th 2023
| New Forest Weekend day 1 | 3* |
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Leader:Jo Little |
Start Time:9:00 am |
Start Location:Lyndhurst |
Description:A repeat of a succesful weekend away last year - let's hope the weather is a bit drier than it was on the Sunday!This is day 1 of a two day visit to the New Forest. We are making it a weekend away and are staying in Lyndhurst from Friday to Sunday. We usually all meet up Friday evening for a meal at La Pergola, which is close to the ride starting point. It would be possible, however, to travel down early on Saturday and just treat it as a day ride. The ride starts in Lyndhurst and visits Lepe and Beaulieau then skirts past Brockenhurst and along the ornamental drives then loops back round past Cadnum to Lyndhurst. The ride covers a good variety of the beautiful New Forest countryside. Please note the New Forest is not flat! Although there are no really steep hills, there will be continuous climbing throughout the day. We will have a cafe stop in Beaulieu at The Old Bakehouse Tea Rooms and then a lunch stop at The Royal Oak in Fritham. We can then all meet up for an evening meal in Lyndhurst at La Pergola, an Italian restaurant near the starting place, which we will book beforehand. The starting place for both days is the Bolton's Bench car park on the B3056 Lyndhurst to Beaulieu road. When approaching from Lyndhurst village (on the A35 Southampton Road) the B3056 is on the right hand side, opposite the fire station. The car park is immediately on the left. La Pergola is on the A35 just a bit further on, on the left hand side. It has a large car park. Lyndhurst has several small hotels, including the Ormonde House Hotel and The Penny Farthing. There are also some B&B's. We have booked The Ormonde House Hotel for when we stay in May, and can highly recommend it as they are very friendly and helpful, but the area is popular so it would be best to book quickly. We are limiting both days to 12 riders, as any more is too much on these roads and will split into 2 groups for ease of riding. Please contact Jo if you would like to put your name down. I will set up a Whatsapp group to help co-ordinate everything nearer the time. I have contact details for nearly everyone but please could you ensure you have downloaded Whatsapp onto your phone. |
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Riders:Barry StantonEddie Little Jo Little John Tranter Joy Arthur LeeAnn Norris Nicole Pethybridge Paul Smith Peter Brodie Richard Pethybridge Sharon Bedford Riders = 11 Weather: Report:The weekend started for some of us on Friday evening, meeting up at La Pergola, an excellent Italian restaurant. Delicious food and enormous portions hopefully setting us up for the next day.Saturday started off a bit cloudy but the sun soon burnt through and it turned into a wonderful sunny and warm day. We split into two groups but were able to keep close together for much of the time. Thanks to Eddie for leading the second group. We followed the same route as last year, enjoying the mix of the sea, the forest and the heathland; with a cafe stop in Beaulieu and then a lunch stop at Fritham. There were plenty of ponies, foals, donkeys, goats, sheep and pigs to enjoy on the way round. The scenery as always was great and everyone enjoyed the day's ride. We finished back at Lyndhurst with an icecream and then met up later for another great Italian meal. Thank you to everyone for being such a great group to ride with and a special thanks to Joy, Peter and Richard who helped Ed and I by taking the lead into a tough headwind. It was also good to meet Barry's friend Paul who came to cycle with us and Lee Ann's husband, Mike, who enjoyed some off roading over the weekend. | ||
Distance:100.58 km (62.50 mi) | ||
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| Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/38322517" | ||
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Sat May 13th 2023
| 2* Saturday Morning Ride to the Lambourn Valley | 2* |
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Leader:Steve Swanton |
Start Time:9:30 am |
Start Location:Old Mill Hall |
Description:It's a while since we have been south on a weekend 2*. So a visit to the Lambourn valley seems in order, with refreshments at Saddleback Farm Shop cafe on the way home. As Saddleback is quite late in the ride, we'll have a short stop for snacks along the way (possibly in Eastbury). A few hills to conquer (which we'll take steadily - there's no rush!) but our rewards will be great views and the lovely long descent of Chain Hill to enjoy at the end.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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Report:A select group of 5 for our first venture into West Berkshire on a Saturday 2* in a long time. It was one of those cooler Spring days that, with the sun stubbornly hiding behind overcast skies, never quite warmed up. However, our legs certainly did as we ascended first through the Letcombes and Holborn Hill, and then up Hackpen. We each climbed at our own pace, aided by a tailwind, and regrouped at the top. There were cloudy views across the vale but as we descended towards Lambourn it became lush, green and delightfully atmospheric.After the lovely long descent we rolled through Lambourn and continued to Eastbury, where we turned off the main road, crossed the river Lambourn and stopped by the church for a short snack stop. Back on our bikes, we rejoined the the valley road, which was pleasantly quiet. We made a scenic detour through East Garston and continued through Great Shefford, Weston and Welford to Boxford. Here we turned northwards, to wend our way gradually back up the Downs. We turned off at Nodmore Corner and continued to Brightwalton, emerging at the top to the fine view across to Farnborough church. The short descent on the B4494 to California Farm gave a welcome respite to tiring legs and we were soon ensconced in the Honesty Cafe at the farm shop. As it was lunchtime, Lorna and I decided to order soup and a baked spud respectively, without noticing the line of order tabs already in waiting... Big mistake! Thanks to Dave , Des and John for your patience while we waited 35 minutes to be served. Eventually, we were able to resume, climbing again on the back road to Farnborough - not easy on cold and weary legs. We were into a headwind now as we rejoined the B-road for the return to Wantage, but we were soon enjoying the descents of Chain Hill into town. Back in Grove at 2:30pm, rather later than planned, but satisfied after a thoroughly enjoyable ride. A pleasure to lead today with an easy-going and amiable group. Thanks to all. | ||
Distance:56.17 km (34.90 mi) | ||
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| Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/31735468" | ||
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Sun May 14th 2023
| New Forest Weekend day 2 | 3* |
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Leader:Jo Little |
Start Time:9:00 am |
Start Location:Lyndhurst |
Description:Day 2 of the New Forest weekend.Once we have breakfasted we will meet up for a half day ride, again starting at Bolton's Bench car park in Lyndhurst. This time we'll approach Beaulieu from a different direction and then go across the Heath to Brockenhurst and towards Burley, where we'll have a cafe stop, before re-visiting Bolderwood Ornamental drive and then returning to Lyndhurst. The ride should finish about 12.30pm, allowing plenty of time to return home before the rush hour (hopefully!). Today's ride is lumpier than yesterdays. There are no big climbs but it is a fairly constant up and down for much of the ride. 36 miles |
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Riders:Barry StantonEddie Little Jo Little John Tranter Joy Arthur LeeAnn Norris Nicole Pethybridge Paul Smith Peter Brodie Richard Pethybridge Riders = 10 Weather:Report:Another warm and sunny day, which was definitely a relief after the torrential rain of last year.We felt a bit of stiffness in our legs after yesterday but everyone managed the climbs and we all enjoyed the ride. A great cafe stop in Burley - their Dorset apple cake is highly recommended. Less wind than yesterday, which definitely made leading much easier. Another day of great scenery, with ponies and foals everywhere. Again, thank you to Ed for leading the second group and to everyone for being such good company and I'm so pleased you all enjoyed it. Looking forward to next year. | ||
Distance:57.94 km (36.00 mi) | ||
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| Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/28974766" | ||
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Tue May 16th 2023
| Off Road Tuesday Evening Ride | 2* |
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Leader:Robin Tucker |
Start Time:6:30 pm |
Start Location:Wantage Market Place |
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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Report:Such a beautiful evening and we decided to explore the 'Bluebell woods' to the south of the Ridgeway.... and then it escalated a bit... until we found ourselves getting almost, but not quite to Chieveley. We then found a 'well-horsed' track to push for a bit in the mud until a much better fieldside option was discovered, and we turned the corner and headed back north via Leckhampstead and Brightwalton (twice). A great 24 miles after which your author was feeling nicely prepared for the Cotswold Audax the following day! | ||
Distance:38.62 km (24.00 mi) | ||
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Tue May 16th 2023
| Tuesday Evening 1* Ride | 1* |
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Leader:Diana Whidborne |
Start Time:6:30 pm |
Start Location:Old Mill Hall |
Description:A variant of our classic Betterton loop via Kingsgrove (11 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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Riders:Anke OttoCarin Tranter Diana Whidborne Hilary Evans Jonathan Lewis Martyn Wigmore Michael Tayler Steve Swanton Tim Waite Riders = 9 Report: | ||
| Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/42176249" | ||
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Tue May 16th 2023
| Tuesday Evening 2* Ride | 2* |
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Leader:John Tranter |
Start Time:6:30 pm |
Start Location:Old Mill Hall |
Description:Weekly 1.5 hour rides at a riding pace of 18-20km/h (11-13mph). Not likely to be very hilly. 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)Goosey Baulking Shellingford Stanford |
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Riders:Barry StantonDavid Jackson Des Higgs Gareth Smith John Tranter Sarah Bowen Stephanie Haddrell Val Smith Riders = 8 Weather:Report:A perfect evening - cloudless blue sky and no wind. One of those evenings where we all felt like the riding was more effortless than usual - a good feeling!A straightforward loop around the west Vale - lovely views all around. Thanks to all for good company. | ||
Distance:32.19 km (20.00 mi) | Ride Details:https://ridewithgps.com/trips/121286680 | |
| Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/trips/59934077" | ||
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Tue May 16th 2023
| Tuesday Evening 3* Ride | 3* |
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Leader:Nicole Pethybridge |
Start Time:6:30 pm |
Start Location:Old Mill Hall |
Description:Weekly 1.5 - 2 hours at a riding pace of 20-24km/h (13-15mph). May be hilly. 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).Out Goosey, Uffington, back Longcot and Park Lane |
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Riders:Andrew RimmerChris Bailey Clare Hazell Glyn Brooks James Bosley Jo Little Joy Arthur Nicole Pethybridge Sharon Bedford Simon Wysocki-Jones Yvonne Bird Riders = 11 Weather:  Report:By a happy accident this was a repeat of the ride taken the week before. Unlike the previous week we had lovely weather and not the driving rain. A little breezy but beautiful clear sky. The white horse of Uffington was in fine view but no-one was tempted to take a detour up Dragon Hill.Good to see so many riders and despite the millions of flies about, good for wildlife but not for cyclists we all had an enjoyable summer ride. | ||
Distance:42.80 km (26.59 mi) | ||
| Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/42257737" | ||
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Thu May 18th 2023
| Daytime 1* Thursday Ride | 1* |
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Leader:Carin Tranter |
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).Ride out around the vale to meet the 2* ride at Munch in Southmoor |
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Riders:Andy BelcherCarin Tranter Diana Whidborne Geoff Neill Patrick O'Leary Sarah Macaulay Riders = 6 Weather:Report:A lovely day for a ride with the sun shining and very little breeze. We set off to Hanney via Denchworth, where we came across loose chippings through the village. We soon left that behind as we went up the Southmoor road, turned off to Fyfield Wick and across the A420 to Fyfield village. We came back along the road parallel to the A420 and crossed the bridge to Southmoor. We had a nice coffee stop at Munch where all the 2* riders had gathered. We returned via Charney Bassett and Asti Stud to Denchworth, and then on back to Grove. A great ride! | ||
Distance:33.80 km (21.00 mi) | ||
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Thu May 18th 2023
| Daytime 2* Thursday Ride | 2* |
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Leader:Des Higgs |
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). A ride to Munch at the Log Cabin in Southmoor. |
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Riders:Barry StantonDavid Bridge Des Higgs John Groves Malcolm Heavens Martin Hook Paul Bentley Roger Postbeschild Steve Swanton Riders = 9 Weather:Report:A very good and enjoyable ride with a very good group of riders. We set off from OMH to Denchworth going via Asti Stud as they had put chippings on the other way and there was a lot of loose stuff - quite deep in places. on then to Charney, Gainfield, Hinton and coffee at Southmoor. Karl joined us for coffee ( nice to see you mate). We set off back over the A420 bridge to Fyfield and Fyfield Wick and then on to Hanney where again chippings had been laid, without the excess being removed. We couldn't avoid these. A good ride with no mechanicals or incidents. Good company and good weather. Thank you all, Des | ||
Distance:39.41 km (24.49 mi) | ||
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Sat May 20th 2023
| 1* Saturday Afternoon Ride to Uffington | 1* |
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Leader:Lorna Swanton |
Start Time:2:00 pm |
Start Location:OMH |
Description:A ride out along the springline to Kingston Lisle and down the hill to Uffington for refreshments at the Fox and Hounds PH. Back through the vale via Baulking and Goosey. A round trip of about 18 miles; expect to be back about 5pm.Please pre-book for this ride by contacting the ride leader. Monthly 16-32km (10-20 miles) family and social rides, usually with a tea stop, at a riding pace of 13-16km/h (8-10mph). Occasional short or gentle climbs. |
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Riders:Des HiggsLorna Swanton Michael Tayler Roger Postbeschild Steve Swanton Tim Waite Riders = 6 Weather:Report: | ||
Distance:30.26 km (18.80 mi) | Ride Details:https://ridewithgps.com/trips/121739809 | |
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Sun May 21st 2023
| Away ride from Hungerford | 3* |
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Leader:Sharon Bedford |
Start Time:9:30 am |
Start Location:Hungerford Train Station |
Description:Please pre-book for this ride by contacting the ride leader. Monthly 80-100km (50-65 miles) all-day touring ride, lunch and possibly tea stop en route, at a riding pace of 18-22km/h (11-14mph). Not suitable for irregular riders.Ride moved from 8th May due to weather. To be able to explore the more southern routes without getting over two ridges first, the plan is to start at Hungerford Train Station Car Park at 9.30am. Should be plenty of parking on a Sunday, (and according to the website costs £2.10). Ride is about 50 miles (80k) with a cafe stop in Marlborough at about 30 miles (50k). |
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Riders:Barry StantonJohn Tranter Joy Arthur Karen Townsin LeeAnn Norris Nicole Pethybridge Sharon Bedford Yvonne Bird Riders = 8 Report:Starting from Hungerford allowed us to explore further west than we normally do on a day ride. We tried some new roads (for me anyway) which were spectacular in places with some great views. Suddenly Spring has arrived out of nowhere and the countryside looked glorious in the sunshine.Sadly some of the roads were not quite so glorious and were somewhat treacherous in places with potholes and gravel. The Food Gallery Cafe in Marlborough has now started opening on Sundays again so we opted to stop there. Luckily we seemed to hit a lull (between brunch and lunch!) and we were generally served efficiently and by friendly staff. Will definitely be adding it back onto the "good places to stop on a bike ride" list. Whilst the ride was circa 80k - and hence a little bit shorter than some of our full day rides - it was rarely flat with lots and ups and downs (climbing being circa 900m or 950m depending upon who's Garmin reading you believe!). Thanks to everyone for being a great group and for exploring a new area with me. WHAT A GLORIOUS DAY TO BE CYCLING | ||
Distance:78.00 km (48.47 mi) | ||
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Written by : Karen Posted on : May 22, 2023 at 3:20 PM |
It really was a great day out. Thanks for taking the time to devise the route. |
Tue May 23rd 2023
| Off Road Tuesday Evening Ride | 2* |
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Leader:Robin Tucker |
Start Time:6:30 pm |
Start Location:Wantage Market Place |
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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Report:Lots of people with excuses tonight, but the two of us out found the weather a perfect sunny evening and the puddles mostly dired up.We went up Goddards and down opposite Betterton to Lands End and up into Bluebell Woods again, but this time at the end continued and turned left on the track that heads to East Ilsley. We didn't go that far though, dropping down 'Twisty Gnarly' which was actually in finer riding condition than I've known for about 5 years, apart from being a bit grassy on the bottom. Then climb up back the The Ridgeway, with fine views of the rolling fields (and A34!) before heading west, into the setting sun and down for a great descent at Ginge. | ||
Distance:30.58 km (19.00 mi) | ||
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Tue May 23rd 2023
| Tuesday Evening 1* Ride | 1* |
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Leader:Steve Swanton |
Start Time:6:30 pm |
Start Location:Old Mill Hall |
Description:The Hanney Explorer (10 miles). Another Tuesday evening classic this week as we head for the Hanneys to explore some of their hidden (and picturesque) corners and then use a couple sections of bridleway to bring us back to Denchworth. Although the tracks are rough (and stony) in places, the sense of being in the middle of nowhere is amazing. These provide a gentle introduction to off-road riding suitable for hybrid and touring bikes.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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Riders:Diana WhidborneHilary Evans Martyn Wigmore Michael Tayler Steve Swanton Tim Waite Riders = 6 Weather:Report:A wonderful evening to be out (my first in shorts) and great fun on the off-road sections tonight. The lanes were ablaze with cow parsley in the verges and hawthorn blossom in the hedges. Under Martyn's direction we even got in a spot of mayfly spotting on the Letcombe Brook by Hanney Upper Mill. Thanks for your company on a thoroughly enjoyable evening. | ||
Distance:16.58 km (10.30 mi) | ||
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Tue May 23rd 2023
| Tuesday Evening 2* Ride | 2* |
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Leader:LeeAnn Norris |
Start Time:6:30 pm |
Start Location:Old Mill Hall |
Description:Weekly 1.5 hour rides at a riding pace of 18-20km/h (11-13mph). Not likely to be very hilly. 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 Kingstone Lisle |
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Riders:Andrew RimmerDavid Jackson Des Higgs Eleanor Lloyd Gareth Smith LeeAnn Norris Roger Turnbull Susie Turnbull Val Smith Riders = 9 Report:Great to welcome Elle as a new rider with us. We had a beautiful ride this evening. Sunny and warm with little wind. | ||
| Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/34549298" | ||
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Tue May 23rd 2023
| Tuesday Evening 3* Ride | 3* |
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Leader:Eddie Little |
Start Time:6:30 pm |
Start Location:Old Mill Hall |
Description:Weekly 1.5 - 2 hours at a riding pace of 20-24km/h (13-15mph). May be hilly. 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).Standard White Horse Hill route |
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Riders:Barry StantonChris Bailey Clare Hazell Eddie Little Glyn Brooks James Bosley John Tranter Joy Arthur Paul Smith Sharon Bedford Yvonne Bird Riders = 11 Weather:Report:This was the first ride up White Horse Hill this year for most of us. We had perfect weather conditions along with some very quiet roads & spectacular views which made for a perfect evening’s ride! Everyone made light work of the hill. Kudos to all riders  Many thanks to John for being secondary ride leader. A nice ride with a great group. | ||
Distance:35.41 km (22.00 mi) | ||
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Thu May 25th 2023
| Daytime 1* Thursday Ride | 1* |
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Leader:Diana Whidborne |
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).Ride out to Appleton to meet up with the 2* group at coffee time |
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Thu May 25th 2023
| Daytime 2* Thursday Ride | 2* |
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Leader:Roger Postbeschild |
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).A ride to Appleton Community Shop Cafe, weather permitting. |
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Riders:Barry StantonDes Higgs John Groves John Tranter Martin Hook Pauline Clark Roger Postbeschild Terry Ryland Riders = 8 Weather:Report:The day started dull and cloudy but by the time we set off, we had glorious sunshine.As we were a group of 8, Des made sure we rode with an appropriate gap where necessary - thanks Des! Once again, the group was easily able to maintain a decent pace on this flat ride - the tail wind back caused me to set pace according to effort rather than speed..... We, once again, had a warm welcome at the Appleton Community Shop and their coffee machine comes highly recommended. The usual second coffee was enjoyed by most of the group on our return to Grove - cheers Terry! | ||
Distance:40.70 km (25.29 mi) | ||
| Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/39287802" | ||
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Sat May 27th 2023
| 2* Saturday Half Day Ride | 2* |
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Leader:Roger Postbeschild |
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).Slightly longer than usual at 61km but pretty flat - Buckland Hill is the only climb of note. Late coffee/ early lunch stop at Aston Pottery. This is a re-run of the ride enjoyed by just three of us just after the Coronation - at more like 2 star pace this time! |
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Report:More or less a re-run of the post Coronation ride, with a small diversion where we went through West Hanney. I can report that the chippings have had a top dressing of tar and the village is sporting new 20 mph signs all over the place.We mostly had courteous drivers until, when climbing Buckland Hill, a woman driving a silver mk2 Focus decided to try and shove me off the road. I hope that the driver is not reading this report as I find it hard to believe that she is a cyclist. Two firm thumps on the side of the car from yours truly may well have left some dents but I did manage (just) to stay on the road. She drove off. I suppose I should own up to another ride posted as two star being ridden at three star pace...... | ||
Distance:62.00 km (38.53 mi) | ||
| Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/trips/120282995" | ||
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Sun May 28th 2023
| Off Road Sunday Ride | 2* |
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Leader:Karen Townsin |
Start Time:9:30 am |
Start Location:Wantage Market Place |
Description:Join me for a 30 - 35km off-road ride. We'll head out to East Hendred via the NCN544 and Icknield Way, then up to Ridgeway. From there, we'll head over to Farnborough, then back down into Wantage.There will be climbing and there may be nettles. 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. Sometimes we ride in cold and/or wet - 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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Riders:David JacksonEleanor Lloyd Karen Townsin Robin Tucker Roger Postbeschild Sally Bensoussis Sharon Bedford Stephanie Haddrell Tim Waite Yvonne Bird Riders = 10 Weather:Report:What a fantastic day to be out.A great group of riders assembled at WMH, some very experienced on off-road terrain, others not so, but I think we all learned a lot from each other. We went out to East Hendred via the Icknield Greenway, then everyone took the challenge to take the grassy climb up to the Ridgeway. The entire group breezed up it, part from the leader who messed up her gears (new bike is my feeble excuse  .)Then it was the glorious/terrifying descent down Happy Valley before another climb up into bluebell woods. A short section of nettles (sorry), then a longish road section to hit the Ridgeway again. A final descent down Goddard's and we were back in Wantage with a few of us taking coffee At Marmalade and meeting up with Corallian riders in the Market Place. Everyone was smiling at the end. Kudos to Elle and Sharon for reasons; big thanks to Yvonne and Robin; and cheers to everyone, it was great fun  . | ||
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Tue May 30th 2023
| Off Road Tuesday Evening Pub | 2* |
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Leader:Robin Tucker |
Start Time:6:30 pm |
Start Location:Wantage Market Place |
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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Report:A surprisingly chilly evening (for those who ignored the weather forecast!)We headed south, but not far enough south that it got noticeably warmer, just to Whatcombe (via Letcombe) and back past the Monument on the A338, Jolly Green and Goddards. Luc managed to find the only remaining puddle in the whole ride, but it did have about a foot of mud left in it, which he rode straight into! | ||
Distance:30.58 km (19.00 mi) | ||
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Tue May 30th 2023
| Tuesday Evening 1* Ride & Pub Night | 1* |
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Leader:Steve Boreham |
Start Time:6:30 pm |
Start Location:Old Mill Hall |
Description:A slightly longer ride out to Stanford-in-the-Vale via Charney Bassett returning along Park Lane (14 miles). There will be optional stop at the Fox in Denchworth towards the end of the 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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Riders:Diana WhidborneMartyn Wigmore Michael Tayler Richard Whidborne Steve Boreham Steve Swanton Tim Waite Riders = 7 Weather:Report:Nice little group of six set out on what had become an overcast evening - the lunchtime sun and warmth had disappeared! - and slightly chilly wind......However, - importantly it stayed dry. Steve S had messaged to say he may not make the start and duly caught us up at Charney Bassett, so six became seven. A very pleasant amble with appropriate one star "chilling" stops - the promise of the pub at the end... Tim and Steve S had to get back so did not join us at the pub, but the remaining five of us enjoyed food and drink to round off a lovely evening. Thanks folks for your company! | ||
Distance:24.14 km (15.00 mi) | ||
| Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/29341988" | ||
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Tue May 30th 2023
| Tuesday Evening 2* Pub Ride | 2* |
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Leader:John Tranter |
Start Time:6:30 pm |
Start Location:OMH |
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)Hanney, Hinton Waldrist, Charney Pub Night! |
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Riders:Andrew RimmerAndy Belcher Barry Stanton Carin Tranter David Jackson Des Higgs Gillie Tracey John Stamp John Tranter Julie Haynes Stephanie Haddrell Riders = 11 Weather: Report:A dramatic change of temperature from previous days as the wind turned north-easterly. This left us with a rich variety of clothing choices, some of which worked better than others.This was a straightforward loop around the north Vale - many thanks to Des for leading a second group given the numbers. It was clear by the time we crossed the A420 footbridge that Group 2 was capable of going faster than Group 1, so we swapped over and that seemed to work! Some stayed for a drink and/or food at the ever-welcoming Fox, some headed for home to get warm. Thanks to all for a fun ride in great company. | ||
Distance:32.19 km (20.00 mi) | Ride Details:https://ridewithgps.com/trips/122911246 | |
| Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/43051732" | ||
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Tue May 30th 2023
| Tuesday Evening 3* Pub Ride | 3* |
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Leader:Katherine Boyce |
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).Ardington, Hendreds, Steventon, Goosey Pub night! |
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Riders:Andy PixtonChris Bailey Clare Hazell Graham Bergdahl James Bosley Jerry Bird Joy Arthur Katherine Boyce LeeAnn Norris Mark Shepley Sharon Bedford Yvonne Bird Riders = 12 Weather:Report:Andy very kindly agreed to lead the first group and they pretty much followed the route and arrived at the pub with barely a pause from the start.With my current slow climbing speed, that was never going to be the case for the second group. They very kindly slowed their normal speedy ascents to allow me to feel I wasn't holding them up too much . I repaid their kindness by introducing some of them to the new exits from Wantage plus the Steventon Causeway. A cold evening but a lovely ride with a great tailwind from Steventon and excellent service at the pub. Sadly we managed to miss Lisa who then did a solo ride  | ||
Distance:36.89 km (22.92 mi) | Ride Details:https://www.strava.com/activities/9184032885 | |
| Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/42156021" | ||
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