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Sun Aug 24th 2025
| Off Road Sunday Ride | 2* |
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Leader:Eddie Little |
Start Time:9:30 am |
Start Location:The Beacon |
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 nice simple ride at a distance of 15.05 miles. With only one climb which will be from Knight’s Farm to the Ridgeway. Following the Ridgeway out as far as Hackpen Hill, then descending into Childrey. We’ll then follow the bridleway out towards East Challow where we’ll join the Wilts & Berks Canal, we’ll then follow the towpath as far as Stockham finishing the ride in Wantage Market place with an optional coffee stop at Marmalade. Ride distance 15.05 miles / 25km. |
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Report:A very enjoyable off road ride along with perfect weather conditions and super dry trails. It was a pleasure to welcome Anke on her first official off road ride. The views from the Ridgeway stretching across the Thames Valley were as always amazing. It was nice to stop and chat to three cyclists who were cycling the King Alfred’s Way. Coffee and cake was taken at Childrey Stores though a little busy due to the closure of Cantorist. Once refreshed we finished the ride with a very nice ride along the Wilts and Berks Canal where the tow path was probably at its best for cycling along. A lovely way to spend a Sunday morning with great company. Thanks everyone! | ||
Distance:24.22 km (15.05 mi) | ||
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| Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/52301845" | ||
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