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All rides are free and there is no need to book - just turn up. Our nearest train stations are Mitcham Eastfields or Norbury. See the Routes page for the optimum route to the library. If you are driving to the start, park in the free car park outside the library on South Lodge Avenue. Please join the email list to keep up to date with new rides.
Please note that rides will depart at the stated time so try to arrive 15 minutes before. Call the ride leader if you are late.
No bike? We have! Ask to borrow one of ours. Mail mark @ pollardshillcyclists.org.uk for details.
Not got time for a full day ride? Try our slower Saturday afternoon rides from BEDDINGTON PARK. Details here
Sunday 31st August 2008 HAMPTON COURT DUCK RACE A nice ride out the the Thames where the Great British Duck Race will take place early afternoon. We'll lunch first and then go to see the ducks. Then it's a steady ride home. 30 miles. Led by Mark 07711 688189 mark at pollardshillcyclists.org.uk === AN AMBLE THROUGH THE ARUN VALLEY TO AMBERLEY A circular route from Billingshurst to Amberley along some fine country lanes with great views across the Arun Valley. We'll stop for lunch just outside the picturesque village of Amberley by the river Arun and in the shadows of the South Downs before turning north and heading back to Billingshurst along some fantastic roads. 36 miles. Led by Roland 07960 997459 info at pollardshillcyclists.org.uk === INN ON THE POND This ride heads due south through the lanes until we hit the M25 at Gatton Bottom. Lunch is at the newly re-opened rural Inn on The Pond at Nutfield. It's slightly more expensive than some places we go so do have a look at theinnonthepondnutfield.co.uk but food promises to be good. Those with sandwiches will enjoy great views over the pond. We return over Farthing Downs and through the Webb Estate. 31 miles. Led by Mark 07711 688189 mark at pollardshillcyclists.org.uk === HARMONDSWORTH GREAT BARN Take advantage of the Open House weekend to have a rare peek inside this historic tithe barn near the forgotten village centre. Pub lunch. 45 miles. Option to meet at Hampton station for those who want to shorten the ride. This MUST be arranged in advance! Led by Jim B info at pollardshillcyclists.org.uk === LONDON FREEWHEEL Last year's inaugural Freewheel was well and truly oversubscribed. This year they are catering for 45,000 cyclists. A circuit of central London roads will be closed to motor traffic and we'll ride the route before regrouping for the trip home. 27 miles. Led by Mark 07711 688189 mark at pollardshillcyclists.org.uk ===
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Do check our rides information page if you haven't ridden with us before
What will it be like? It's pretty flat between here and Hampton Court.
Where? Depart at 09:30 from outside Pollards Hill Library on South Lodge Avenue. Back by 17:30pm. We've also invited the Central London CTC riders so there will be a pick up from Mitcham Eastfields station at 9:23am to ride to Pollards Hill. Map of meeting point
What will it be like? This is a rolling, undulating ride with a handful of short, sharp climbs. Mainly on road apart from two short sections of bridleway: one sandy surface and one hard packed gravel and sandstone.
Where? Meet by the CEX shop at East Croydon Station by 8.55am at the latest to join the Group Save tickets which could see return fares as low as £6.20. Catching the 09.23 to Billingshurst, arriving at 10.14. If you would like to meet at Billingshurst, please let Roland know beforehand.
What will it be like? All on tarmac except for Oaks Park and one short section of bridleway. The lunch stop is just over the North Downs so there are a few hills but nothing that can't be walked. One very steep bridleway up to Chipstead golf course (that cannot be ridden) to avoid a long drawn out climb.
Where? Depart at 09:30 from outside Pollards Hill Library on South Lodge Avenue. Back by 17:30pm.Map of meeting point
What will it be like? Virtually all flat. A bit longer than normal but the flat miles will make it easier.
Where? Depart at 09:30 from outside Pollards Hill Library on South Lodge Avenue. Back by 17:30pm Map of meeting point
What will it be like? Mostly flat on the way out. Quiet roads and cycle paths.
Where? Depart at 09:30 from outside Pollards Hill Library on South Lodge Avenue. Back by 17:30pm Map of meeting point