*** Please note change of start time to 8.00am ***

The fifth in our series of audax rides for 2023.

By popular demand we’ve decided to stick with our classic route into the Cotswolds for a visit to the pretty village of Bibury. The return leg has been slightly altered to include a visit to the Flying Monk, for those in need of refreshment. It would be lovely to meet there for a drink before we all head home.

The route takes us through the Cotswold Water Park and over to Frampton Mansell for a quick morning coffee stop at the Jolly Nice Cafe. We then head through Rendcomb to “enjoy” a few ups and downs, passing Chedworth Roman Villa and onwards into the Coln River valley to Bibury for lunch at the Trout Farm Cafe. There is also a nearby takeaway at The Twig for those who prefer, or if the Trout Farm is too busy.

After lunch we continue through Coln St. Aldwyns and Fairford before picking up familiar roads through the Water Park and onwards to Malmesbury. The final stage has been altered to route via the Flying Monk near Hullavington, which is open until 4pm for those requiring refreshment.

Please note we are not issuing brevet cards this year (except for Fletcher’s Flapjack) so we assume you complete the route in the set time shown on the RWGPS route, unless you advise the organiser.

Entry fee for club members £1 (non-members £2) and it’s exact cash only please.

Please pre-register using this simple booking form.

The form is a mandatory for all riders, so the organiser knows who and how many to expect and so we have a record of everyone riding on the day. Your cooperation to complete this in advance of the ride will be much appreciated. It also means we can email you if there is any change in the ride information or cancellation. There is no need to notify us if you subsequently change your mind and decide not to ride, but a short email to the address below will ensure your name is taken off the list.

Experienced riders are asked to help keep the groups to a manageable size on the road.

The registration desk will be open from 7.40am onwards by the tennis courts. Please arrive at least 5 minutes before the start.

For general info on the Club Audax series including our distance medal awards follow this link.

Any queries regarding this event can be directed to leisureride@chippenhamwheelers.org.