Breeze on the Met Line: Hillingdon to Burnham Beeches

- We will cycle from Hillingdon through Uxbridge, then on fairly quiet roads to Iver Heath, past Pinewood Studios and Black Park, Fulmer, taking a little detour around near Hedgerley and around the beeches, to arrive at the Burnham Beeches cafe after 15 miles. Back more directly after 12 miles, via this route https://ridewithgps.com/routes/33439086
- We will ride at the pace of the slowest rider and always wait so that no one is left behind.
- We will stop at the Burnham Beeches cafe where the toilets are open and you will be able to buy food and coffee (but feel free to bring your own snack, as we will be sitting outside). Please also bring a pump, water, credit card and at least 1 spare inner tube. I would prefer you to wear a helmet for your safety.
- Please check your bike thoroughly before you come. Check your brakes are working well, your gears are smooth and your tyres are in good condition and pumped up – you can use this video. https://www.sustrans.org.uk/our-blog/get-active/2019/everyday-walking-and-cycling/the-m-check-for-your-bike-in-11-steps If that one is too technical then try this easier one https://youtu.be/u0dtGe-LrcQ
- If you are driving to the start there is free parking on many residential roads off Long Lane e.g. Merton Avenue UB10 9BN.
- You can take your bike anywhere on the Metropolitan Line anytime on weekends and off-peak Mon-Fri (peak hours are 7:30-9:30 and 16:00-19:00).
https://tfl.gov.uk/modes/cycling/cycling-in-london/bikes-on-public-transport
- To keep everyone safe we will be using social distancing, riding single file and minimising personal contact. Please bring and use hand sanitiser; you may wish to wear a face mask and gloves, but these are not compulsory.
- If you, or anyone in your household, are feeling at all unwell with possible symptoms of Covid-19 such as new persistent cough, high temperature, loss of sense of taste or smell, please cancel your place.
- Please take a minute to look at British Cycling’s guidance regarding cycling and COVID-19: https://www.britishcycling.org.uk/about/article/20200512-about-bc-news-British-Cycling-Updated-Coronavirus-Guidance-0.
- If you want to read what Public Health England say about COVID-19, please see below:
https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/coronavirus-covid-19-list-of-guidance#guidance-for-the-public
- Ultimately, only you can decide if you feel safe from the risks of COVID-19 to ride at this time.
- If you have any questions don’t hesitate to message me.