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Sun Oct 4th 2009

BIKE BLENHEIM PALACE

Leader: Neil Warner	Start Time: 9:00 am	Start Location: WMS
Description: Blenheim Palace opens its World Heritage Site Park to cyclists for the second time on Sunday 4th October 2009. Celebrating cycling in all its forms, Bike Blenheim Palace will include a 20km Time Trial, leisure rides, Sportif and provide the unique staging for the 2009 Brompton World Championship. Book entrance tickets (
Riders: Mavis Rose Neil Warner Pat Hurt Riders = 3 Report: A pleasant, if a little chilly when stood still,day. Brompton World Champs with Bridget Hickman in the field, 20k TT with Jan McCabe posting a good time on a technical course. Picnic was a good idea as although the burger wagons were less in number this year the available refreshments struggled with the numbers, The Italian Coffee Co. ran out of tea at about 2:20!! much to Mavis's chagrin as she had patiently queued for about 20 minutes. Next to nothing for the veggies again. Met up with members of Oxford City and West Oxon a very pleasant afternoon.
Distance: 80.00 km (49.71 mi)
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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