Breeze from Bracknell to California!

Setting off from South Hill Park, Bracknell, we will use cycle lanes to ride over to Crowthorne and from there take roads and country lanes to reach Finchampstead and California Country Park. From there we will loop back to Crowthorne using some bridleways which are not suitable for road bikes with skinny tyres. Once in Crowthorne, we will ride back the same route via road and cycle paths to South Hill Park - the downs then become the ups and vice versa! Inevitably we have to take some busier roads in order to reach the quieter country lanes so you should be comfortable riding on road with traffic and at an average pace of around 10mph. The route is definitely undulating so we will enjoy our refreshment stop at Jacksons cafe in California Country Park after about 9 miles. Please bring with you a spare inner tube for your bike, a lock, some money for refreshments and a drink for en route. Wearing a helmet is mandatory for this ride, given the road sections and please check the weather forecast as to whether layers, waterproof or indeed sun cream is required - sadly the weather is unlikely to be as per California USA! Any queries, please don't hesitate to use the "contact" button next to my name, Carole.