Thursday 22nd August 2019 9:30am

Starting from - VALLEY PARK COMMUNITY CENTRE - Please note this change from my normal start point!, SO53 4ST

  • 33 miles
  • Hybrid (off road tyres), Hybrid (road tyres), Road
  • 7 hr
  • Steady
  • Eastleigh
  • Adults 16+ only
  • Women only

Free, women-only bike rides led by experienced Breeze Champions. They are a great way to get started in cycling or to improve your skills, whether you are a beginner or a seasoned cyclist.

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SO53 4DD

This is a leisurely day trip to allow you to venture a bit further than normal. The total distance is 33 miles, but it’s divided into several sections of no more than 10 miles with good rest stops in between them, as well as plenty of shorter pauses. The route is nearly all flat. Most of the route is on cycle paths and quiet roads. We'll always ride at the pace of the slowest rider so no-one is left behind.
We’ll head from Chandler’s Ford via North Baddesley to Eling – where we’ll stop for coffee at the Eling Tide Mill cafe. After refreshments we can venture into the New Forest and then make our way to the garden centre at Beaulieu for lunch. After lunch we’ll ride to Hythe catch the ferry back to Southampton and make our way home using cycle paths as much as possible. As well as coffee and lunch you’ll need some money for the ferry. It’s £9 for an adult plus bike (£7 for concessions).
Please dress appropriately for the weather. Suncream may be needed (hopefully)! Wearing a helmet is advisable. You may wish to bring a spare tube in case of a puncture. The Breeze Champions will help with any mechanical problems as far as they are able, but are not trained or insured to mend your bike.
If the weather is very wet the ride may be cancelled. A leader will be at the start to advise accordingly.
Car parking is available at the community centre. Look forward to seeing you there.

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