Notgrove and Bourton

This ride has a few challenging hills.

The route starts in Condicote and crosses the B4077 then heads off towards Guiting Power so there is a steep decent down Grange hill. Then we cross the B4068 and head towards Alyworth which is in a valley and that means another challenging hill. Once we reach the A436 (which we cross) we can enjoy some flat around Notgrove. The Nuttery is a community cafe so we can stop here or cycle onto Bourton. The descent to Bourton is has good views and goes through Cold Aston. We cycle along the A436 for a short distance and then cross The Fosse. We will do a loop through Bourton before heading out to Lower Slaughter (we need to do a short stretch on the Fosse). We head back via Upper Slaughter, Buckle Street and Eyford.

The Nuttery closes at 2.30 pm and the Bakery on the Water closes at 4 pm.

A hilly route with wonderful views and a ford.

Mostly quiet country lanes, although crossing over 3 large roads. Also a short section on the slightly busier Buckle Street. There is a ford (it does have a foot bridge).

The Nuttery at Notgrove

Helmets are compulsory. A spare inner tube, a mask and money for a stop.