Awayday ride to Windsor Great Park
NOTE. You must sign up on Eventbrite so that we can limit numbers, link: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/circular-cycle-ride-around-windsor-great-park-tickets-1626550318789?aff=oddtdtcreator
Mission To visit the estate that surrounds the largest inhabited Castle in the World.
Coordinating instructions and timings
The ride will depart from outside Virginia Water Train Station at 10 am sharp on Saturday 30th August and is expected to finish back at Virginia Water Train Station by 5pm.
Please note that the finish time cannot be guaranteed in the event of unforeseen issues on the day. This is not a suitable ride for riders with tight agendas that evening.
Note: A specific section of this event may involve some walking over steep and uneven ground where Bicycles are not permitted. It is thus only suitable for fit and experienced riders.
Transport
Riders are advised to book their return rail tickets to Virginia Water Station in advance.
Rations and Water
A coffee break will take place on arrival at Windsor Great Park.
We will stop for an hour at the Fox and Hounds for a snack. Riders are welcome to bring their own picnic.
ABC bike checks
Riders are urged to carry out a basic ABC pre-check before the event. A = Air in tyres, B = Brakes, C = Chain & Gears etc. There should be no play in the steering.
Equipment
Riders are advised to bring: water bottle, fleece, waterproof jacket and trousers. A lock will also be necessary for this ride.
General information. Riders of all ages are welcome on Healthy Rides but under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult. Same for “adults at risk”. Always give way to pedestrians and to other cyclists so all path users feel safe. If you cannot make a ride, please cancel so that someone else can take the place. These rides are part of a regular programme of Saturday rides, more information at https://southwarkcyclists.org.uk/healthy-rides/.
