Autumn ride to Barnt Green

We begin cycling along the Rea Valley path eventually turning off to follow some lesser none off road paths and country lanes. There is a short section along a busier road but here we cycle along the footpath - very rarely used by pedestrians. We are campaigning for a cycle path on this stretch - but it hasn't happened yet! Another country lane takes us into the heart of Barnt Green. Our return journey follows roads and paths until we reach the Rea Valley path at Longbridge for the final section of our ride back to Hazelwell.

We begin by cycling along the Rea Valley path followed by some lesser known off road paths, some roads and one or two gentle hills.

Enjoy the autumn colours as we cycle along off road paths, some roads and one or two gentle hills.

Our destination is The Tea Shop cafe in Barnt Green, a lovely, friendly 'vintage' cafe. Here we will have the chance for a coffee/tea and chat before our return journey along roads and paths joining the Rea Valley path again at Longbridge which we follow back to Hazelwell Park.

Helmets are strongly recommended as is a spare inner tube and pump. Don't forget your water bottle and some money for refreshments.

We never leave anyone behind