Northampton to Haselbech to watch the Women's Tour

This is the result of a last minute decision to award myself a day off. We will start from the Racecourse in the centre of Northampton and ride mainly via the Brampton Valley Way (a traffic-free former railway line) and quiet country lanes to Haselbech Hill to watch the riders in the Women's Tour tackle their first Queen of the Mountains climb. If you would prefer a shorter ride it will be possible to join us at the Spratton crossing car park on the Brampton Valley Way but please let me know in advance on 07957 251824 if you wish to do this. As we near Haselbech we will use part of the race route so we will need to be in place on the hill before the rolling road closures start. Please bring some water and a snack to top your energy levels up along the way. Wearing a helmet is advisable, though not essential. I am hoping to include a cafe stop but it is likely to be towards the end of ride. The route is suitable for mountain bikes, hybrids with sturdy tyres and cyclo-cross bikes. I look forward to seeing you!