Town to New Forest Edge

Starting in East Park next to Mettricks Coffee on Guildhall Square (What3words: ///matter.bets.motel).

This mainly flat route, using cycle paths and quiet roads, heads out through East Park, past the Guildhall and along Millbrook Southampton cycle network to Waterside and the New Forest edge. Crossing the River Test and onto the famous Eling Tidal Mill (one of only two remaining operating tide mills in the UK), you’ll make your way up a short hill past Eling Church. Passing the Saints FC training ground before crossing Marchwood bypass onto the Forest roads. 

Heading back you’ll pass Longdown dairy farm, onto Colbury and Totton by cycle paths before crossing the River Test and back into the city.

We will be riding together at all times, at an easy pace everyone is comfortable with. Please bring a drink and a snack if you wish. Make sure you wear clothing appropriate to the weather conditions, bring bike lights and a cycle helmet. Please also bring bike lights, a pump and spare inner tube that fits your bike if you have one.

This ride may be shortened dependent on the conditions and those attending. If you are at all concerned, please just message me. If feeling unwell, please cancel your place asap if you can't attend as places are limited.

Look forward to seeing you there. 
Jez