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Sat Mar 28th 2026

2* to Blake's via Langford	2*

Leader: Roger Postbeschild	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). A slightly different route to Blake's, via Langford and Calcroft Lane. Return via Buckland.
Riders: Anke Otto Chris Gray David Jackson Nick Dunton Roger Postbeschild Steve Swanton Riders = 6 Weather: Report: The weather was bright, but a stiff and cold north westerly made progress out challenging. We had a discussion regarding the pros and cons of taking Puddleduck Lane to miss out Badbury Hill (the road surface on the north side is now treacherous)...Puddleduck Lane was voted in. Unfortunately the farmer has filled sections of the bridleway with what looks like builder's rubble. This will bed down over time, but in the meantime, the grass to the side was a better option! It was nice to approach Blake's via Calcroft Lane...a most scenic diversion. There was a glitch in the usual good service at Blake's and Chris was dispatched to track down our coffee and cake (he had already received his). They were most apologetic, and we all left with full cinnamon bun cards for use next time. The skies looked threatening on the way back, but we managed to stay dry and the tail wind was a joy! Great to see Nick out for a group ride after a period of absence.
Distance: 62.00 km (38.53 mi)
After scaling Buckland Hill
Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/54306982"
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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