Three routes through beautiful Hampshire contryside, taking in the Test Valley and the Itchen Valley, the ride is as flat as possible so should not prove too strenous this early in the season, designed to get a few easy miles in, three routes to suit all abilities, three 25, 45, 75 miles In conjuction with Countryside Alliance, emphasis to encourage family participation on the shorter route.

Info for Riders

First Start time 08.30 hrs last start time 09.30 hrs, safe car parking (free) at the start and finish point. The early season riser, aimed at all ages and abilities, three routes north of the historic town of Winchester, taking in the beautiful Test and Clatford Valleys visiting some of Hampshire's finest villages. 25 mile "Family Fun" This route circles Winchester and offers lots of opportunities to abort and return to start. 40 mile "Get Fit" As an early season legwarmer this route is relatively flat and should help the more able "get the miles in" 75 mile "True Grit" Again this is a gentle ride to build stamina in the more able athletes at this time of year.