Winkwell Swing Bridge and Little Heath Pit Ride

Sky Ride Local in Hemel Hempstead

This ride takes you to Winkwell to see the swing bridge over the Grand Union Canal, The Three Horseshoes a Public Horse since 1535, the boatyard, marina and River Bulbourne. We'll then move on to Potten End to see the recently excavated Little Heath Pit, a shoreline of the North Sea some 2.5 million years age. Finally we'll visit the lovely little village of Potten End with its school, pub and church all around the village green with pond before heading down towards Winkwell enjoying the views as you coast down the hill on the return journey.

* Please do not use the Rugby Ground Car Park as parking for this ride.

If you’re fairly confident on your bike and ready to broaden your cycling horizons, our Steady rides are ideal. At a comfortable pace, and possibly with some modest hills along the way, rides take place on mainly quiet roads with plenty of sights along the way. Rides are between 6 and 20 miles long, at a moderate pace of between 7 and 10 miles an hour.

Additional Information

Helmets must be worn by all under 18's regardless of ride level.
Please make sure your bike is in good working order and bring equipment with you to repair punctures, Ride Leaders are there to help but are not responsible for your bike.
All rides leave at the time stated you must arrive early Ride Leaders will not wait. 

Children under the age of 5 do not need to register and must be in a BSA approved child seat, trailer or tag-a-long.

Meet the Ride Leaders

• Sarah Whitehead Having previously been a tow path to pub leisure cyclist, last summer my partner Michael and I cycled to Paris with six friends over 4 days. It was an amazing experience - there is nothing quite like being outside, travelling under your own power with a group of like minded people supporting and encouraging each other. We have both become Sky Ride Leaders and I hope we can instil the same enjoyment in you when you ride with us.
• Michael Swietochowski Keen Cyclist, Cycling trainer and bikeability instructor.
• Eric Cox Hi All,
  
  I'm Eric, and a keen cyclist. So much so that I teach Children and Adults how to ride bikes for a living.
  Cycling keeps me fit ,it's good for the environment and it's fun!
  Look forward to seeing you on a ride soon.

Rider Comments on the Route

1. Rina Mistry Sunday 13th July
   
2. Lorraine Turner Sunday 13th July
   enjoyed the ride . The leaders were really friendly and supportive. Thank you :)