Whelpley Hill

Sunday 13th July 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
135 Mins 26 Miles 11+ (children 11-15 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
Challenging You don’t have to be the next Bradley Wiggins, but you’ll need to be fairly fit to take part in Challenging ride. As well as covering a good distance, there may well be a few hills along the way! If you fancy a fresh challenge, these rides are perfect for you.
Starting Point & Postcode
The Peace Hospice Peace Drive WD17 3PH
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 15 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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Watford

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You can book up to a total of 5 places on this ride and you'll be asked for each person's details during the registration process.

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Sky Ride Local in Watford

You don’t have to be the next Mark Cavendish, but you’ll need to know your way around a bike and be fairly fit to take part in a Ride Strong. If you’re comfortable riding with other people and fancy a fresh challenge, this ride is perfect for you.
A gorgeous circular ride out from the Peace Hospice along some of the prettiest Lanes in Watford. Within just a couple of miles we'll be in beautiful countryside taking in views of local villages. The 25 mile route is mainly on roads so road bikes are recommended. Perfect for a blast of fresh air and a challenging ride out in great company!

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. 

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Car Parking
Yes, at the street of the surrounding area at the start point.
Nearest Train Station
Watford Junction approximately 1 mile away. 

Meet the Ride Leaders

  • Dennis Fitton Dennis Fitton I spent many hours prior to my 15th birthday with my nose in a Raleigh catalogue whilst trying to persuade my father to buy me a Raleigh Lenton.
    This cost a staggering £22. He bought me the bike and my world opened up. All of a sudden the city boy in Birmingham who had hardly been anywhere was exploring the beautiful counties of the Midlands and Wales.
    I am still cycling after 60 years and enjoying it just as much. I have cycled in most countries in Europe and on other continents too, but the lanes in Hertfordshire where I now live are as good as any I have seen.
    Most of the best things in my life have happened through cycling: I even met my wife when visiting a friend to borrow his bike.
  • lorenzo cesaratto i'am a leisure based rider and enjoy discovering and visiting different places on my bike. I also enjoy the social side of cycling.
  • Nick Lilley Nick Lilley I've been an obsessive cyclist for over 35 years and have taken part in a multitide of charity rides. I taught all 3 of my daughters to ride a bike as well as my wife when she was in her 30's !
    Cycling is such an easy and healthy way of getting around town and commuting to work. I HATE traffic jams !
    It is so important to gain confidence on a bike both on and off road. These Sky Rides are the perfect way to do this.

Rider Comments on the Route

  1. John Pilny Sunday 16th June
  2. Graham Whitaker Sunday 16th June
    Pleasant ride with a nice coffee stop in Chipperfield.

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