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Tue May 25th 2010

10-mile club 1*	1*

Leader: Steve Swanton	Start Time: 6:30 pm	Start Location: OMH
Description: East Hanney Explorer. We'll cycle out to East Hanney via Denchworth and West Hanney and explore some of the hidden corners of the village. A flat ride of about 11 miles. Weather permitting, all groups will meet at the Fox at Denchworth on the way back for a social.
Riders: Alvaro Rey Barbara Lambers David Paine Lorna Swanton Steve Swanton Riders = 5 Report: A lovely ride followed by an enjoyable drink at the Fox. We followed the route as planned through Denchworth and West Hanney to East Hanney, continuing to the north end of the village and then West along Hall's Lane passing the manor house to the old mill. As the ground was hard and dry, everyone was happy to try the off-road option along the track past the farm, which completes a square down to the West Hanney road. Although bumpy in places, there were no major ruts and it was not technically difficult. From West Hanney we took the track across to Denchworth. Again the going was easy apart from a 100-yd stretch of recently-laid hard core, which we all managed to cross with care. We stopped at the top of the rise to enjoy the view and sense of space. Magic. We continued on to Denchworth and back to the Fox. A warm welcome to Dave, Barbara's husband.
Distance: 17.70 km (11.00 mi)
Enjoying the views The view back to West Hanney The leader too On to Denchworth
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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