HILLY training ride! Abbotsbury Loop from Dorchester

This is a serious ride, particularly useful for those of you training for the Great Dorset Bike Ride on 1st June!

With steep hills up to Hardy's Monument (plus thrilling descents the other side!), you need to be confident using your gears, climbing out of the saddle, and descending at speed. Only riders used to group riding and with a good base level of fitness should book. We won't leave anyone behind, but we also need to keep the pace fairly brisk.

We will stop for refreshments in Abbotsbury. We may also pause at the Wishing Well Café in Upwey if we're making good time.

Please note that there is a short section of rough track, alongside Maiden Castle. Therefore you will need a gravel bike or robust tyres on your road bike. No mountain bikes please, as most of the route is on tarmac.

If you have any questions about the route or ride, contact ride leader Alison on 07967 094967 before booking.