Wednesday 17th April 2024 10:30am

Starting from - We will meet at Mercian Recreation ground car park, Mercian Way, SL1 5ND. There is ample free parking, on and off road. SL1 5ND

This ride is limited to members of BBCG (Berkshire & Buckinghamshire Cycling Group) group only

  • 12 miles
  • Mountain Bike, Hybrid (off road tyres), Hybrid (road tyres), Road, eBike
  • 2 hr 30 mins
  • Steady
  • Slough
  • Adults 16+ only
Check the weather! Make sure you've brought the right clothing, equipment and provisions so you have an enjoyable experience. Thanks!

Organized by groups in the community, these rides are a great way to meet new people, explore your local area and to have fun riding your bike. You can find rides that are suitable for your level of experience and interests whilst enjoying being part of a social cycling community.

Starting point




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SL1 5ND

We will take minor roads to Huntercombe lane south and the jubilee river. A short section of Marsh lane takes us to the track alongside the M4 to Monkey Island Lane, towards Fifield. (crossing the A308 with care). Then Coningsby lane, Green lane, Gays Lane to Langworthy Lane and Stompits Road.
The return route will follow a similar route.
The route and timings may vary depending on conditions on the day, and the abilities of those present.

This is a BBCG (Berkshire and Buckinghamshire Cycling Group) community ride. It is fairly short, on and off road route to check out 'The Cuppa' cafe in Holyport.

We will be riding on minor roads and traffic free gravel tracks. Not suitable for road bikes with narrow tyres. We will not be riding on main roads but will have to cross some and may ride a short distance alongside one..

We will stop at 'The Cuppa' café, 1, Stompits road, Holyport, SL6 2LA. This café does cakes, pastries and a limited variety of sandwiches, but not cooked meals, as well as a range of drinks.

As well as a serviceable bike, bring a helmet, suitable clothes for the weather on the day, and a spare inner tube of appropriate size. Also advisable are a pump, tyre levers and a puncture repair kit. You will need cash and/or card for the cafe.

First-timers welcome!

Who else is on this ride?

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