Guildford to Shoreham

Meet at Surbiton Station on the platform (usually platform 4) to get the 9.28 train to Guildford. We have always been allowed on this with off peak tickets but if they change their mind there is 9:30 to Guildford via Woking. The 9:30 is actually quicker but is a very tight connection at Woking which I have missed using this route previously. We will take the disused railway route which starts just south of Guildford Town to Shoreham. This is approximately 38 miles. Please note there are not many coffee opportunities on this route so bring plenty of water and snacks. I suggest booking the 18:42 train home which gets back to Surbiton around 20:30. This allows plenty of time for any mechanical issues/punctures or to go and sit by the sea with some food. The cost is £9.95 with a senior railcard. There is an option to cycle onto Brighton, but that is another 6 miles and the price of the tickets goes up £22.35. Unless you get the 19:43 back getting into Surbiton around 21:30, which is the only cheap one at £9:95. If anyone fancies this we can discuss and depending on interest come back as one or two groups. I suggest to leave booking trains until nearer the time in case of weather (heat/rain) issues and we have to rearrange. Please note in the past the cheap rate is only available before the travel day, on the day it reverts to the full price.
Open to all, suitable for ages 16+. Suitable for hybrids, gravel bikes, mountain bikes, not suitable for skinny tyres as there will be mostly paths.
Please bring the following :
• A bike in good working order with tyres pumped to the correct pressure. Please check your brakes work and the chain runs freely. Bring a spare inner tube, pump and tyre levers. A helmet is recommended.
• A drink and a snack
• A cycle lock for use at coffee stop
If you are unable to come on the ride, please cancel your place or message me so the group is not waiting for you.