Mendip Flip Flop 160km
Schedule
Sat, 15 Mar, 2025 at 08:00 am
UTC+00:00Location
Warmley Waiting Room | Keynsham, EN
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Back for 2025, a '5 Star Reviewed' 160k cycling SILVER GRIMPEUR AAA-rated cycling event from Warmley Waiting Room.
Includes free finishers' rectangular route map patch for all riders.
Starting from Warmley Waiting Room opening early for Drinks & Rolls.
Explore the Chew Lakes & the Mendip Hills with no less than 3 climbs up including the infamous climb out of Draycott with its 20% segment and descend the world-famous Cheddar Gorge.
You will pass along the Avon Valley Railway on the B2B cycle path before climbing up and riding through one of Bath's best-kept secrets considered one of Severn Cycle Wonders of the World - The iconic Two Tunnels @ 1.03 miles in length it is the longest cycling tunnel in the UK.
As you continue along the Greenway Cycle Path you will have fine views of the Cotswold Countryside and the Gothic Style Midford Castle.
Next, you will ride past the beautiful Chew Valley Lake before climbing to the top of the Mendips on the Old Bristol Road. A fast descent takes you to the historic town of Wells and its famous cathedral.
A flat section over the Somerset levels sets you up for your halfway refreshment stop at the cycle-friendly Sweets CafΘ.
Next, ride through Wookey Hole before climbing to the top of the Mendips for the 2nd time.
You will then descend through the stunning Cheddar George with its dramatic vertical limescale cliffs as your backdrop before taking on the challenge of Draycott Hill at its 20% segment.
Descend through Burrington Combe Gorge before taking on the rolling section back to Warmley Waiting Rooms Cafe.
Mostly quiet lanes and roads with easy navigation.
Two Tunnels Circular Event Patch available for purchase £2.00
GPS file download https://www.plotaroute.com/route/1036575?units=km
Entry on the Line (EOL) is possible - ú3 surcharge, payment by card or cash.
FULL EVENT DETAILS SEE https://audaxwales.com/events/mendip-flip-flop-century-ride/
LAST EVENT FEEDBACK REVIEW - MARCH 2023 - 5 STARS
Highly recommend this. A tough but fantastic ride. Brilliantly organised.
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Where is it happening?
Warmley Waiting Room, Keynsham, United KingdomEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
