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Sat Jul 25th 2026

2* Saturday Half Day Ride	2*

Leader: John Tranter	Start Time: 9:30 am	Start Location: OMH
Description: Note the 9.30 start to beat the heat. 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). I thought it would be fun to lead a 2* road ride in the same vicinity of the off-road ride (Lambourn valley) and see if we bump into each other. Possibly at Priscilla's, the wonderful cafe stop in East Garston. Once Hackpen Hill is conquered, there are a few more gentle climbs to get us back towards home before the fun swoop down Chain Hill. This will be a leisurely 30 mile ride in a lovely area. Option to join the ride in Wantage if that is easier.
Riders: Anke Otto Barry Stanton David Hollick John Tranter Steve Swanton Riders = 5 Report: It was a lovely morning and the early start helped avoid the peak sun later. A great group rode well together and we made good time up Hackpen Hill, down to Lambourn and along the river valley to Priscilla's in East Gaston. Service and quality there was as good as ever. We sadly didn't quite manage to overlap with the off-road group, but we did sit at their reserved table! We then enjoyed a pleasant tailwind to Boxford, over the downs and the final swoop down Chain Hill. Thanks to all for a fun morning out.
Distance: 54.72 km (34.00 mi)
Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/49031437"
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Start Locations: WMP
Wantage Market Place; OMH
Old Mill Hall, Grove

Categories: 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.; More Information