Current Rides & Events
We send details of upcoming rides in a weekly email newsletter. If you would like to be added to our mailing list please contact [javascript protected email address].
Thu May 1st 2025
| Oxford Special May Day ride | 3* |  |
|---|
Contact:John Tranter - 07836 238350 |
Start Time:5:30 am |
Start Location:OMH |
Description:This year May Day falls on a Thursday, but this doesn't stop the ancient Oxford tradition of the choir singing at sunrise from the tower of Magdalen College. So I am repeating our now traditional slightly bonkers May Day sunrise ride to Oxford and back, hoping that some may still be able to join a midweek version. 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 along the Oxford Canal to Wolvercote for a big loop around Port Meadow. This year I am planning a cafe stop in Botley for those who don't have to rush back. 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 around 10. Costa in Grove will be open for post-ride refreshments and facilities. Please let me know in advance if you are joining the ride. |
||
| Sunset: 8:29pm Twilight Ends: 9:07pm | ||
| Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/50153584 | ||
Thu May 1st 2025
| Daytime 1* Thursday Ride | 1* | |
|---|
Contact:Susan Holdroyd - 07751678095 |
Start Time:10:00 am |
Start Location:OMH |
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). |
||
| Sunset: 8:29pm Twilight Ends: 9:07pm | ||
Thu May 1st 2025
| Daytime 2* Thursday Ride | 2* | |
|---|
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). |
||
| Sunset: 8:29pm Twilight Ends: 9:07pm | ||
Sat May 3rd 2025
| 3* Saturday Hilly Half Day Ride to Yattendon | 3* | |
|---|
Contact:Joy Arthur - 07786 671049 |
Start Time:9:00 am |
Start Location:The Beacon |
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).Lots of climbing on this 1/2 day ride but the rewards are delicious cakes at The Pantry, some quiet country roads after coffee and its not even 60km. |
||
| Sunset: 8:32pm Twilight Ends: 9:11pm | ||
| Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/46214997 | ||
Mon May 5th 2025
| 3* Bank Holiday Special | 3* | |
|---|
Contact:Sharon Bedford - 07776 255848 |
Start Time:9:30 am |
Start Location:Wantage Market Place |
Description:Please pre-book for this ride by contacting the ride leader. 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. |
||
| Sunset: 8:35pm Twilight Ends: 9:15pm | ||
Tue May 6th 2025
| Tuesday Evening 1* Ride | 1* | |
|---|
Contact: |
Start Time:6:30 pm |
Start Location:Old Mill Hall |
Description:The Challows and Childrey. We'll head out through Denchworth, stopping to admire the panoramic views fom the Circourt Rd railway bridge. After a short stretch of the A417, we'll turn into West Challow then climb gently on a metalled bridleway to Childrey. We'll continue to East Challow on the resurfaced bridleway and return to Grove along the canal towpath (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. |
||
| Sunset: 8:37pm Twilight Ends: 9:16pm | ||
| Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/42176733 | ||
Tue May 6th 2025
| Off Road Tuesday Evening Ride | 2* | |
|---|
Contact: |
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. |
||
| Sunset: 8:37pm Twilight Ends: 9:16pm | ||
Tue May 6th 2025
| Tuesday Evening 2* Ride | 2* | |
|---|
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)Garford Marcham Hanney |
||
| Sunset: 8:37pm Twilight Ends: 9:16pm | ||
| Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/39317206 | ||
Tue May 6th 2025
| Tuesday Evening 3* Ride | 3* | |
|---|
Contact: |
Start Time:6:30 pm |
Start Location:Old Mill Hall |
Description:The Ride Leaders work hard to organise the rides and it helps them greatly to know numbers at least a day in advance. Whilst there may be rare occasions where this may not be practical, please do everything you can to let the Ride Leader know if you are joining a ride at least 24 hours before.Please arrive at least 10 minutes before the start time for the ride leaders briefing and a prompt start to the ride. 1.5 - 2 hours at a riding pace of 20-24km/h (13-15mph). Court Hill, Leckhampstead, Peasemore, Liley, Chainhill |
||
| Sunset: 8:37pm Twilight Ends: 9:16pm | ||
| Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/20878022 | ||
Thu May 8th 2025
| Daytime 1* Thursday Ride | 1* | |
|---|
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). |
||
| Sunset: 8:40pm Twilight Ends: 9:20pm | ||
Thu May 8th 2025
| Daytime 2* Thursday Ride | 2* | |
|---|
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). |
||
| Sunset: 8:40pm Twilight Ends: 9:20pm | ||
Sat May 10th 2025
| 2* Saturday Half Day Ride | 2* | |
|---|
Contact: |
Start Time:9:30 am |
Start Location:OMH |
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). |
||
| Sunset: 8:43pm Twilight Ends: 9:24pm | ||
Sat May 10th 2025
| 3* Faringdon Special | 3* | |
|---|
Contact:Katherine Boyce - 07817 727563 |
Start Time:9:30 am |
Start Location:Gloucester Street Car park, Faringdon, SN7 7HY |
Description:All day ride approx 100k exploring the CotswoldsRoute will be posted nearer the time |
||
| Sunset: 8:43pm Twilight Ends: 9:24pm | ||
Sun May 11th 2025
| Off Road Sunday Ride | 2* | |
|---|
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. |
||
| Sunset: 8:45pm Twilight Ends: 9:26pm | ||
Tue May 13th 2025
| Tuesday Evening 1* Ride | 1* | |
|---|
Contact: |
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. |
||
| Sunset: 8:48pm Twilight Ends: 9:29pm | ||
| Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/42176249 | ||
Tue May 13th 2025
| Off Road Tuesday Evening Ride | 2* | |
|---|
Contact: |
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. |
||
| Sunset: 8:48pm Twilight Ends: 9:29pm | ||
Tue May 13th 2025
| Tuesday Evening 2* Ride | 2* | |
|---|
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)Goosey Baulking Shellingford Stanford |
||
| Sunset: 8:48pm Twilight Ends: 9:29pm | ||
| Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/trips/59934077 | ||
Tue May 13th 2025
| Tuesday Evening 3* Ride | 3* | |
|---|
Contact:Chris Bailey - 07789606500 |
Start Time:6:30 pm |
Start Location:OMH |
Description:The Ride Leaders work hard to organise the rides and it helps them greatly to know numbers at least a day in advance. Whilst there may be rare occasions where this may not be practical, please do everything you can to let the Ride Leader know if you are joining a ride at least 24 hours before.Please arrive at least 10 minutes before the start time for the ride leaders briefing and a prompt start to the ride. 1.5 - 2 hours at a riding pace of 20-24km/h (13-15mph). Compton Beauchamps: Out Goosey, Uffington, back Longcot and Park Lane |
||
| Sunset: 8:48pm Twilight Ends: 9:29pm | ||
| Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/42257737 | ||
Thu May 15th 2025
| Daytime 1* Thursday Ride | 1* | |
|---|
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). |
||
| Sunset: 8:51pm Twilight Ends: 9:33pm | ||
Thu May 15th 2025
| Daytime 2* Thursday Ride | 2* | |
|---|
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). |
||
| Sunset: 8:51pm Twilight Ends: 9:33pm | ||
Sat May 17th 2025
| Regular Wantage Ride | 3* | |
|---|
Contact:Jo Little - 07900295322 |
Start Time:9:30 am |
Start Location:The Beacon |
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.This ride has been moved from its usual Sunday slot so that people can take part in the popular Flexicare walk on the Sunday. A trip out to Bucklebury, to the Blackbird cafe we visited last year on the mini cycle tour to Puttenham Barn. Afterwards we'll skirt round the edge of Newbury before heading along familiar roads, stopping at Priscilla's for the second cafe stop, and then returning home via Lambourn and Seven Barrows. 57 miles and 964m of climbing so a hilly ride, but spread out throughout the day. |
||
| Sunset: 8:54pm Twilight Ends: 9:36pm | ||
| Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/50190585 | ||
Sat May 17th 2025
| 1* Saturday Half Day Ride | 1* | |
|---|
Contact: |
Start Time:2:00 pm |
Start Location:Old Mill Hall |
Description:Our regular social and family ride on the third Saturday of the month, usually with a cafe stop. We cover 16-32km (10-20 miles) at a leisurely pace of 13-16km/h (8-10mph), tackling the occasional hill (nothing too long) and easy off-road track (conditions permitting). Please let the ride leader know if you are planning to come. |
||
| Sunset: 8:54pm Twilight Ends: 9:36pm | ||
Tue May 20th 2025
| Tuesday Evening 1* Ride | 1* | |
|---|
Contact:Susan Holdroyd - 07751678095 |
Start Time:6:30 pm |
Start Location:OMH |
Description:The Hanney Explorer (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. |
||
| Sunset: 8:58pm Twilight Ends: 9:41pm | ||
| Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/27570762 | ||
Tue May 20th 2025
| Off Road Tuesday Evening Ride | 2* | |
|---|
Contact: |
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. |
||
| Sunset: 8:58pm Twilight Ends: 9:41pm | ||
Tue May 20th 2025
| Tuesday Evening 2* Ride | 2* | |
|---|
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)Letcombes Kingstone Lisle |
||
| Sunset: 8:58pm Twilight Ends: 9:41pm | ||
| Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/34549298 | ||
Tue May 20th 2025
| Tuesday Evening 3* Ride | 3* | |
|---|
Contact:Eddie Little - 07512 645320 |
Start Time:6:30 pm |
Start Location:Old Mill Hall |
Description:The Ride Leaders work hard to organise the rides and it helps them greatly to know numbers at least a day in advance. Whilst there may be rare occasions where this may not be practical, please do everything you can to let the Ride Leader know if you are joining a ride at least 24 hours before.Please arrive at least 10 minutes before the start time for the ride leaders briefing and a prompt start to the ride. 1.5 - 2 hours at a riding pace of 20-24km/h (13-15mph). Standard White Horse Hill route |
||
| Sunset: 8:58pm Twilight Ends: 9:41pm | ||
| Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/31803869 | ||
Thu May 22nd 2025
| Daytime 1* Thursday Ride | 1* | |
|---|
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). |
||
| Sunset: 9:01pm Twilight Ends: 9:44pm | ||
Thu May 22nd 2025
| Daytime 2* Thursday Ride | 2* | |
|---|
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). |
||
| Sunset: 9:01pm Twilight Ends: 9:44pm | ||
Sat May 24th 2025
| 2* All-Day Ride to Marlborough | 2* | |
|---|
Contact:Steve Swanton - 07857 527990 |
Start Time:9:30 am |
Start Location:OMH |
Description:An all-day 2* ride to Marlborough. There will be several longish climbs (and descents) as we cross the Downs on the first half of the ride. Lunch in Marlborough. We'll recross the Downs along the Ogbourne valley using the Marlborough to Chiseldon railway path (NCN422) then ride along the foot of the Downs to Kingston Lisle and back through the vale. Provisional route below - about 54 miles (86km) taken at a steady 2* pace. Further details to come.Please pre-book for this ride by contacting the ride leader. All day ride (80+ km / 50+ miles), with a lunch stop, at a riding pace of 18-20km/h (11-13mph). |
||
| Sunset: 9:04pm Twilight Ends: 9:48pm | ||
| Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/50040759 | ||
Sun May 25th 2025
| Off Road Sunday Ride | 2* | |
|---|
Contact: |
Start Time:9:30 am |
Start Location:WMP |
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. |
||
| Sunset: 9:05pm Twilight Ends: 9:49pm | ||
Mon May 26th 2025
| May Bank Holiday Special | 3* | |
|---|
Contact:Sharon Bedford - 07776 255848 |
Start Time:9:00 am |
Start Location:The Beacon |
Description:Please pre-book for this ride by contacting the ride leader. An all day ride, riding pace of 11-14mph. Not suitable for irregular riders. Climbing likely. |
||
| Sunset: 9:06pm Twilight Ends: 9:51pm | ||
- Ride Filter
- 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
- Recent Rides
-
Ride has photos
-
Ride has
comments
-
Ride Archive
*
© Cycling UK Wantage 2025, PHP v7.4.29
