Ridgeway

From Shrivenham we will ride through Bourton and up to Bishopstone after which there is the stiff climb up to the Ridgeway (which we may choose to dismount and walk). The Ridgeway from Bishopstone to White Horse Hill will have some mud and puddles but is fairly even and can be ridden except on road bikes with very skinny and smooth tyres. We will come off the Ridgeway just before White Horse Hill and take the road that runs along the North side of the hill looking over the valley and Dragon Hill. There is a steep descent down to Uffington but the remainder of the route back to Shrivenham is on level quiet Country Lanes.

Autumn ride on lanes and gentle gravel track to visit Waylands Smithy (Neolithic Burial Chamber) and White Horse Hill.

The ride is roughly split equally between a fairly level gravel track and quiet country lanes. There is a stiff climb of about half a mile up to the Ridgeway but it is on a very quiet lane that can be walked

Planned stops at Wayland Smithy to walk around the neolithic tomb and another stop on White Horse Hill to admire the view and catch breath.

Don’t forget a full water bottle with your favourite thirst quencher and snacks to eat at the planned stops. For all our rides you should bring at least a spare inner tube and a pump. If your wheels are bolted on then a spanner that fits the nuts is also essential. Helmets are not compulsory but most definitely recommended. You should dress appropriately for the weather, and consider bringing your mobile phone along.

We never leave anyone behind