Ride type:
Guided Ride
Ride suitability:
Local Rides Challenging
Ride title:
Kenton to Bricket Wood
Start Postcode:
HA3 8AX
Elevation:
GPX reference:
Introduce your route:
This route has steps going down where assistance will be available if required for carrying regular bikes. E-Bike riders will need to be comfortable carrying their own bikes.
New riders are especially welcome. We have a policy of leaving no rider behind so if anyone is struggling we will adjust the speed and take rest stops if necessary. If you have questions or concerns speak to the Ride Leader or contact them before the ride. We ask that you read the full details of the ride including the distance and terrain to ensure the ride will be enjoyable for you.
Kind of roads you'll be riding:
We will use a mix of roads and cycle paths on this relatively flat route which does have short sections of main road with fast moving traffic.
Stops on the way:
We stop for drinks and snacks at the excellent Café at Bricket Wood Station if it is open. Otherwise we might stop briefly at the Tasty Bean cafe on the way out and stop for coffee and cake on the return.
What to bring:
Please check your bike at home before the ride leaving yourself time to remedy any issues such as brake adjustments and repairing punctures. Bring a spare inner tube of the correct size and valve type for your bike, the tools to repair a puncture, a bike lock, water and a snack. It is advised that you bring money for the café or unexpected circumstances such as taking the train home. Please be mindful that not everywhere takes cash payment.
Consider the duration of the ride, the time of day you will be riding and the weather forecast. Dress appropriately ensuring no loose clothing or long laces that could get entangled in bike parts.
Route description:
This is the ride for you if you don't like hills. Starting at Kenton Recreation Ground we pass through Harrow Recreation Ground and Headstone Manor before taking the busy Oxhey Lane towards Carpenders Park. We pick up the NCN route 61 to the Oxhey Activity Park and on to Bricket Wood. We initially retrace our steps for the return then use Hampermill Lane to reach the rear entrance to Moor Park Station. There are steps down into the station then we return via Pinner including a ride through Pinner Village Gardens.
Starting point description:
We will meet at the pump track in Kenton Recreation Ground. Arrive at least 10 minutes before the published start time to allow for introductions, bike checks and any briefing; this ensures a prompt departure at the stated time. The pump track is one hundred metres into the park from the car park which is at the end of Carlton Avenue. There is parking on local streets though do look for any parking restrictions.The nearest stations are Kenton (Bakerloo/Lioness) and Northwick Park (Metropolitan). Neither has step-free access. Postcode HA3 8AX. what3words ///fleet.jeeps.sends
Ride distance (miles):
29
Riding time (minutes):
210
Ride level (Easygoing, Steady, Challenging):
Steady
Overall duration (minutes):
270
Ride Leader notes
Before navigating the underpass at Carpenders Park you can pull in to brief riders new to the route on the four bollards and downhill ramp that has to be navigated.
When you start the return you can brief riders on the need to navigate a barrier on the approach to Moor Park Station where you must move over to the right of the road to pass being mindful of traffic. You can offer, or look for volunteers, to carry any bikes down the steps at Moor Park Station.