Second Saturday ride - Leydene and East Meon

Circular route through the beautiful Hampshire countryside through Leydene, East Meon, Soberton and Hambledon on quiet roads and lanes. We are only 2 miles from Waterlooville even though we come under Winchester District Council. Includes a refreshment stop at a local tea room (fab cakes!) Around here there are always a few hills and this route is no exception, however, you will not be left on your own at the back, there will always be someone with you and you go up the hills any way you can, even if you need to walk. The views are worth the effort and it's always easier on the way down! This route is quite challenging and involves a long slow ride uphill to Leydene/East Meon with a stop at the Sustainability Centre (excellent cakes and cream teas!!) at about 9 miles. The best bit of a long uphill are the views from the top and you won't be disappointed as we ride along the top of Chidden Down towards Old Winchester Hill and then a lovely long down hill into Soberton. Then just a few little lumpy bits on the way home.