Picnic Ride to Thorncombe Woods
Saturday 15th August 2026 11:00am
Starting from - We will meet outside the historic Max Gate. There is free parking on the residential roads around here, but no public toilets.
Max Gate is a short walk or cycle from Dorchester South railway station and is on the cycle path that heads out of Dorchester from Lucetta Lane (next to St. Mary's Catholic First School). DT1 2FN
This ride is limited to members of Breeze rides Dorchester and Weymouth group only
- 5.5 miles
- Mountain Bike, Hybrid (off road tyres), Hybrid (road tyres), Road, Adapted Cycle
- 1 hr 15 mins
- Easygoing
- Weymouth and Portland
- 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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Dorset
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We will have a picnic in Thorncombe Woods, next to Hardy's cottage, before heading back into Dorchester the way we came. If you run out of time to pull a picnic together for yourself, there is a cafe selling food and drink at the entrance to the woods.
If you have any questions about the route or ride, contact ride leader Alison on 07967 094967.
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