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Tue Jun 2nd 2026
Tuesday Evening 1* Ride to Stanford-in-the-vale 1* Add to Calendar
Contact:
Start Time:
6:30 pm
Start Location:
OMH
Description:
A slightly longer ride out to Stanford-in-the-Vale via Charney Bassett returning along Park Lane (14 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: 9:14pm   Twilight Ends: 10:00pm
Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/29341988

Tue Jun 2nd 2026
Tuesday Evening 2* Ride 2* Add to Calendar
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)

Uffington Shellingford

Sunset: 9:14pm   Twilight Ends: 10:00pm
Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/trips/38585120

Tue Jun 2nd 2026
Tuesday Evening 3* Ride 3* Add to Calendar
Contact:
Joy Arthur - ‭07786 671049‬
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.

Chainhill, West Ilsley, Catmore, Manor Road

Sunset: 9:14pm   Twilight Ends: 10:00pm
Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/42257777

Tue Jun 2nd 2026
Tuesday Evening 4* Ride 4* Add to Calendar
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.
Sunset: 9:14pm   Twilight Ends: 10:00pm

Thu Jun 4th 2026
Daytime 1* Thursday Ride 1* Add to Calendar
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: 9:16pm   Twilight Ends: 10:03pm

Thu Jun 4th 2026
Daytime 2* Thursday Ride 2* Add to Calendar
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: 9:16pm   Twilight Ends: 10:03pm

Thu Jun 4th 2026
Off Road Thursday Evening Ride 2* Add to Calendar
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.
Sunset: 9:16pm   Twilight Ends: 10:03pm

Sat Jun 6th 2026
3* Saturday Half Day Ride 3* Add to Calendar
Contact:
Jo Little - 07900295322
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 (60-70km / 38-45 miles), with a tea stop, riding pace of 20-24km/h (13-15mph).
Sunset: 9:18pm   Twilight Ends: 10:05pm

Tue Jun 9th 2026
Tuesday Evening 1* Ride to Ginge 1* Add to Calendar
Contact:
Carin Tranter - 07771 823301
Start Time:
6:30 pm
Start Location:
OMH
Description:
It's Bike Week! Guest riders very welcome for a scenic ride to Ginge. Out via Charlton to join Sustrans route 544 and the quiet roads through Lockinge and Betterton. We'll return on the Icknield Greenway to Ardington and West Lockinge, then back to Grove using the new cyclepath around Kingsgrove (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.

Sunset: 9:21pm   Twilight Ends: 10:08pm
Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/49656006

Tue Jun 9th 2026
Tuesday Evening 2* Ride 2* Add to Calendar
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)

Lockinge Hendred Loop East

Sunset: 9:21pm   Twilight Ends: 10:08pm
Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/32233928

Tue Jun 9th 2026
Tuesday Evening 3* Ride 3* Add to Calendar
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.

Boars Hill

Sunset: 9:21pm   Twilight Ends: 10:08pm
Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/31945909

Tue Jun 9th 2026
Tuesday Evening 4* Ride 4* Add to Calendar
Contact:
Start Time:
6:30 pm
Start Location:
Wantage Market Place
Description:
Please pre-book for this ride by contacting the ride leader. 1.5 - 2 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.
Sunset: 9:21pm   Twilight Ends: 10:08pm

Thu Jun 11th 2026
Daytime 1* Thursday Ride 1* Add to Calendar
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: 9:22pm   Twilight Ends: 10:10pm

Thu Jun 11th 2026
Daytime 2* Thursday Ride 2* Add to Calendar
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: 9:22pm   Twilight Ends: 10:10pm

Thu Jun 11th 2026
Off Road Thursday Evening Ride 2* Add to Calendar
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.
Sunset: 9:22pm   Twilight Ends: 10:10pm

Sat Jun 13th 2026
4* Saturday Shortie Ride 4* Add to Calendar
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..
Sunset: 9:24pm   Twilight Ends: 10:11pm

Sat Jun 13th 2026
2* Saturday Half Day Ride 2* Add to Calendar
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).
Sunset: 9:24pm   Twilight Ends: 10:11pm

Sun Jun 14th 2026
Off Road Sunday Ride 2* Add to Calendar
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: 9:24pm   Twilight Ends: 10:12pm

Tue Jun 16th 2026
Tuesday Evening 1* Ride to the Letcombes 1* Add to Calendar
Contact:
Start Time:
6:30 pm
Start Location:
OMH
Description:
A ride out to the Letcombes returning via Childrey and Goosey. We can stop to admire the cress-beds in Letcombe Bassett before tackling Holborn Hill (14 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: 9:25pm   Twilight Ends: 10:13pm
Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/42207510

Tue Jun 16th 2026
Tuesday Evening 2* Ride 2* Add to Calendar
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)

White Horse Hill

Sunset: 9:25pm   Twilight Ends: 10:13pm
Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/trips/34445150

Tue Jun 16th 2026
Tuesday Evening 3* Ride 3* Add to Calendar
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). Please arrive 10 minutes before the start time for the ride leaders briefing and a prompt start to the ride.

Ashbury via the Letcombes and Lambourn, back via Uffington and Woolstone,

Sunset: 9:25pm   Twilight Ends: 10:13pm
Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/45583777

Tue Jun 16th 2026
Tuesday Evening 4* Ride 4* Add to Calendar
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.
Sunset: 9:25pm   Twilight Ends: 10:13pm

Thu Jun 18th 2026
Daytime 1* Thursday Ride 1* Add to Calendar
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: 9:26pm   Twilight Ends: 10:14pm

Thu Jun 18th 2026
Daytime 2* Thursday Ride 2* Add to Calendar
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: 9:26pm   Twilight Ends: 10:14pm

Thu Jun 18th 2026
Off Road Thursday Evening Ride 2* Add to Calendar
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.
Sunset: 9:26pm   Twilight Ends: 10:14pm

Sat Jun 20th 2026
1* Saturday Half Day Ride 1* Add to Calendar
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: 9:27pm   Twilight Ends: 10:15pm

Sun Jun 21st 2026
Summer Solstice Ride 3* Add to Calendar
Contact:
Start Time:
4:15 am
Start Location:
The Beacon
Description:
Please pre-book for this ride by contacting the ride leader. This is a strenuous and hilly but rewarding all-day touring ride starting with watching the sun rise from the Ridgeway, lunch and possibly tea stop en route, at a riding pace of 18-22km/h (11-14mph). Not suitable for irregular riders.
Sunset: 9:27pm   Twilight Ends: 10:15pm

Tue Jun 23rd 2026
Tuesday Evening 1* Ride - Hanney Explorer 1* Add to Calendar
Contact:
Steve Swanton - 07857 527990
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: 9:27pm   Twilight Ends: 10:15pm
Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/27570762

Tue Jun 23rd 2026
Tuesday Evening 2* Ride 2* Add to Calendar
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)

Faringdon via Fernham

Sunset: 9:27pm   Twilight Ends: 10:15pm
Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/trips/49069762

Tue Jun 23rd 2026
Tuesday Evening 3* Ride 3* Add to Calendar
Contact:
Jo Little - 07900295322
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.

Didcot cycleways via Harwell, back via Sutton Courtney, Steventon and the Hanneys

Sunset: 9:27pm   Twilight Ends: 10:15pm
Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/42156106

Tue Jun 23rd 2026
Tuesday Evening 4* Ride 4* Add to Calendar
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.
Sunset: 9:27pm   Twilight Ends: 10:15pm

Thu Jun 25th 2026
Daytime 1* Thursday Ride 1* Add to Calendar
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: 9:27pm   Twilight Ends: 10:15pm

Thu Jun 25th 2026
Daytime 2* Thursday Ride 2* Add to Calendar
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: 9:27pm   Twilight Ends: 10:15pm

Thu Jun 25th 2026
Off Road Thursday Evening Ride 2* Add to Calendar
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.
Sunset: 9:27pm   Twilight Ends: 10:15pm

Sat Jun 27th 2026
4* Saturday Shortie Ride 4* Add to Calendar
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..
Sunset: 9:27pm   Twilight Ends: 10:15pm

Sat Jun 27th 2026
2* Saturday Half Day Ride 2* Add to Calendar
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).
Sunset: 9:27pm   Twilight Ends: 10:15pm

Sun Jun 28th 2026
3* Oxfordshire 75 mile Ride 3* Add to Calendar
Contact:
Start Time:
9:00 am
Start Location:
Unspecified
Description:
Further details nearer the time
Sunset: 9:27pm   Twilight Ends: 10:15pm

Sun Jun 28th 2026
Off Road Sunday Away Ride 2* Add to Calendar
Contact:
Roger Postbeschild - 07554 664120
Start Time:
9:30 am
Start Location:
Further details to come
Description:
Two Tunnels Bath area. More info nearer the time
Sunset: 9:27pm   Twilight Ends: 10:15pm

Ride Filter
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.
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