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Thu Apr 24th 2025

Daytime 2* Thursday Ride	2*

Leader: Stephanie Haddrell	Start Time: 10:00 am	Start Location: Old Mill Hall
Description: A slightly longer ride of 27m to see the Bluebells at Badbury Clumps. Coffee at Badbury or Faringdon Market . Please pre-book for this ride by contacting the ride leader. Sociable ride of 24-40 km (15-25 miles) at a pace of 18-20km/h (11-13 mph).
Riders: Barry Stanton Chris Marchant David Bridge Des Higgs John Groves Katherine Boyce Louise Bowers Pauline Clark Roger Turnbull Stephanie Haddrell Terry Ryland Riders = 11 Report: Whilst the sun was not shining, the weather was fine and wind minimal so perfect for a Thursday ride! We took the planned route out via Denchworth, Goosey, Baulking, and Fernham crossing the A420 via the new cycle crossing. We then passed the Faringdon Academy and took the Highworth road to Badbury Clumps, and as we approached the sun peeped through. Those who appreciate a floral spectacle enjoyed the Bluebells and took some photos whilst the others contemplated what they would have for coffee! Kath headed off at this point to visit a Friend and we headed down past the Great Barn at Great Coxwell before riding into Faringdon for coffee and cake. Des having ridden to Grove went home, and the rest of us enjoyed a chat and some refreshments to fuel our journey home. The return was via the usual route to Hatford and Charney Bassett and back to Grove via Denchworth. A lovely morning great company and some super scenery! Thanks for the company.
Distance: 44.26 km (27.50 mi)
Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/50415870"
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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