Ride type:
Guided Ride
Ride suitability:
Challenging
Ride title:
Croxley Green to Bea's Cafe
Start Postcode:
WD3 3DY
Elevation:
GPX reference:
Introduce your route:
This ride is suitable for experienced riders who can maintain an overall average speed of 10 mph over undulating terrain. 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. With a 10:15 start you could be back for 14:15 if stops are limited and you maintain a 10 mph average.
Kind of roads you'll be riding:
We will use roads on this route with hills and short sections of main road with fast moving traffic.
Stops on the way:
We stop for drinks and snacks at Bea's Cafe on the outskirts of Kings Langley.
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 route starts at Croxley Station and goes to Sarratt, Flaunden, Ley Hill Common and Bovingdon then the cafe. The return is via Chipperfield, Bucks Hill, Whippendell Wood and back to Croxley Station.
Starting point description:
Please arrive 10 minutes before the start time to ensure a prompt departure. We will meet outside Croxley Underground Station which is on the Watford branch of the Metropolitan Line. There is a station car park and parking on local streets though do look for any parking restrictions. If there are limited Watford trains you can alight at Moor Park station and cycle to the start through Croxley Common. Postcode WD3 3DY. What3words ///works.trees.deck
Ride distance (miles):
23
Riding time (minutes):
180
Ride level (Easygoing, Steady, Challenging):
Challenging
Overall duration (minutes):
240
Ride Leader Notes:
The Café is 24km into a 36km ride so a short stop at Ley Hill Common may help.
At Ley Hill Common warn riders of the 13% gradient to come.