The Roman Ride

Sunday 21st September at 10.00am This is what time the ride will set off. It’s best to get to the starting point at least 15 minutes beforehand to avoid missing the start.

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Cycling time Ride distance Suitable for Distance from me Ride level
120 Mins 18 Miles 8+ (children 8-15 with adult) Not all rides are suitable for everyone. This will tell you if the ride is suitable for you and/or your friends and family. ? Miles
Steady If you’re fairly confident on your bike and ready to broaden your cycling horizons, 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.
Starting Point & Postcode
The Library, "Village Centre" Leverstock Green HP3 8QG
Overall Duration On a long ride, it’s sometimes good to have a little break in the middle, or maybe a catch up at the beginning or end to keep it sociable. This means that the overall ride duration may be longer than the actual cycling time.
3 hours 0 mins  (2 hours 0 mins cycling)
Bike Type You probably don’t want to drag your road bike across bumpy trails. Maybe you want to make the most of the suspension on your mountain bike. This helps you match your ride to your bike.
Mountain Bike, Hybrid (off road tyres), Hybrid (road tyres), Road 
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Hemel Hempstead

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Journey through time by riding from the lost Roman Villa along roads in Leverstock Green to the extensive Roman remains in Verulamium, passing a more modern tin church and a world of butterflies. This is a great ride to get out and stretch your legs.

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 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. 

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Car Parking
Yes, at the East side of the Library - 50 yards from the starting point. Additional parking available in front of the shops.
Nearest Train Station
Apsley approximately 3 miles away. 
Toilet Facilities Available?
Yes, at Beside Library at start. (Note: Toilets were closed for rennovation in early May 2012, but should be open by end May. Check with Dacorum Council on 01442 228000)  

Meet the Ride Leaders

    To be confirmed

Rider Comments on the Route

  1. Hazel Bancroft Sunday 29th June
    Steve was brilliant. I was the only person that turned up for the ride and he gave me lots of helpful hints and tips. Thank you Sky Ride.

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