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Tue Aug 10th 2021

Tuesday Evening 1* Ride	1*

Leader: Steve Swanton	Start Time: 6:30 pm	Start Location: OMH
Description: This week we are heading to Garford, where we'll visit the small church in a farmyard. We'll be riding out on the Cow Lane track over the railway and on to West Hanney. This is stony in a few places but suitable for all types of bike. We'll return on road via Lyford and Denchworth, a round trip just under 13 miles. This is a pre-bookable ride. To book your place please text the ride leader no sooner than the Wednesday before the ride. Our leisurely and sociable Tuesday 1* rides are designed specifically with adult newcomers to cycling and youngsters in mind, or those who just want some relaxed and sociable exercise. We cover a distance of about 10 miles at a gentle pace of 8-10 mph, following quiet country lanes and the occasional easy off-road track. We stop regularly to catch our breath, to take in the views and anything that takes our interest along the way.
Riders: Kevin Hazell Lorna Swanton Michael Tayler Steve Boreham Steve Swanton Susan Holdroyd Tim Waite Vyvyan Hazell Riders = 8 Weather: Report: Great to have another good 1* turnout on what was a lovely sunny evening for a ride. A warm welcome back to Vyv and Kevin. The off-road route to West Hanney was new to some and apart from the stony descent from the Hanney Lane railway bridge, needing care, makes for a enjoyable alternative to the roads. Indeed, as we rode onto West Hanney green we were surprised to see the 3* group passing in front of us having come the long way round! I had forgotten how pleasant the winding lane out to Garford is and we didn't see a car until we reached the village. We cycled round to the small church behind the farmyard at Millets Farm and took a break for a natter and look round . As we cycled back to Lyford in the lengthening shadows it started a cool along the lanes - a reminder that it does start to get colder towards sunset at this time of year. At Lyford we encountered an RAF helicopter on landing/take-off manoeuvres and had a very good view of it on the ground close to Lyford Lane. We were able to cycle through the roadworks on Hyde Road into Denchworth and there was much rejoicing at the new surface along Brook Lane - "no potholes!" was the call. Back in Grove just after 8pm. Another enjoyable ride to lead; thanks everyone for your company.
Distance: 20.60 km (12.80 mi)
1* riders on the track to West Hanney - Aug 21
Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/35481354"
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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