Cycling is an excellent way to explore the Colne Valley and there are several routes to choose from.
The Colne Valley Trail is a 7 mile country route linking Uxbridge with Rickmansworth running through some of the most attractive scenery in the Colne Valley with excellent views of the rivers, lakes and the Grand Union Canal. The route is shared by cyclists, walkers and horse riders and is an ideal way to reach a number of Country Parks.
Cyclists can also use bridleways (although they must give way to pedestrians and horse riders). There is a good network throughout the Valley and are marked with blue arrows. However, many of these routes do not have a hard surface and may be muddy following heavy rainfall. (Please note: cycling is NOT permitted on public footpaths marked with a yellow arrow).
Useful Contacts:
Edgware Road Cycling Club
The club organises an annual 100km charity ride in aid of the Dave Rayner Fund (www.daveraynerfund.com). In 2008, the ride leaves from Colne Valley Vistitor Centre, Denham, at 9.30 on 10th February. Open to all – just turn up and pay a small entry fee.
For more details contact B Tadman on 01895 232058, or Bob Spencer on 0208 866 9517 .
London Cycling Campaign
LCC's vision is to make London a world-class cycling city and they organise numerous activities to promote this end.
Website: www.lcc.org.uk
West Drayton Mountain Bike Club
A club with over 200 members and an active programme of cycling and social activities.
Website: www.westdraytonmbc.co.uk
West London Cyclists' Touring Club
Provides an informal programme of events for leisure cyclists, including Sunday club runs, regular Wednesday rides and many weekends away - often on bank holidays. Also organise some competitive events.
Website: www.westlondonctc.org.uk
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