Breeze Moats and Manors Ride

Greet the New Year with a journey into history. This route explores six of the moats in the local area, two with manors attached, in varying states of repair but all visibly moats! We begin with Ruislip Manor before seeking out Pynchester Moat, Ickenham Manor, then along the Western Avenue cycle path to Downe Barns Farm; Northolt Manor is next and we finish at Headstone Manor, the best-preserved of all, before climbing the hill to Pinner. It's not a particularly taxing route but there are a few unavoidable stretches on busier roads.

We'll stop for refreshments at the Greenwood Hotel in Northolt, a beautifully-restored Grade II listed venue owned by Wetherspoons, with interesting local history photographs on the walls.

Please do not come if you have tested positive for Covid-19 or been told to self-isolate. It's fine to cancel at short notice if necessary.

A sightseeing ride exploring the moats and manors of Middlesex

About half is on road, half off-road; there are occasional moments on busy roads, but they should be fairly quiet on New Years's Day

We'll stop at the historic Greenwood Hotel for refreshments

Bring water, money/card for the refreshment stop and a bike lock.

We especially welcome newbies!