**change of plan** Margate

THIS RIDE IS WEATHER DEPENDENT.
This is a no drop ride. We will split into two groups (because there are a lot of us) and each group should try their best to stay together. We look after each other and will be mindful of how our fellow riders are feeling and adjust our speed accordingly. Please be kind.

The ride starts outside the church opposite the Co-Op Wye. Wye can be reached either by public transport (train) or car. There is car parking at the village hall car park, a free car park nearby if this one is busy and free on-street parking . From Wye we will ride towards Ashford, but not entering the town, and take in the lovely countryside that sits outside it. The total elevation is fairly flat, but there are some small undulations.

A rolling flattish ride in the countryside outskirts of Ashford, Kent

We will be riding mostly on very quiet country roads, but crossing busier roads on three occasions.

The planned coffee stop will be at the end of the ride at the newly opened Wye Hub, a new cycling/walking/hiking cafe. During the ride we will stop briefly for water and photos.

Helmets are compulsory on this ride. Please bring spare inner tube for your bike, tools to remove the wheel and tyre to replace the inner tube; cash/card for refreshments; essential medication; fluids; snacks that you usually rely on during a ride.

We never leave anyone behind