Social Ride (Richmond Park) - 24th April
Date: 24th April
Time: 09:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Location: Roehampton Gate Car Park, Richmond Park
Booking link: BDOVELO 2026 Ride Registration - Fill in form
Richmond Park, London – Chats and Laps.
Join us for around 2-3 laps (est. 20-30km), taking in the Royal Park’s wildlife before we stop for a coffee and cake at Collucci’s Café.
Surrey Hills
Friday 8 May 2026 – 10.00am
Event Details
Venue: The Cricketers, Downside Common, Downside, Cobham, KT11 3NX
Booking Link: BDOVELO 2026 Ride Registration - Fill in form
Nearest train station is Cobham & Stoke D’Abernon (approx. 2 miles away) and 40 mins from London Waterloo.
Ride Information: You will be embarking on an unsupported ride, road cycle of approximately 40 miles with 500m of climbing and descending. We will split in to 2 groups lead by British Cycling qualified ride leaders who will ensure that each group rides at a comfortable pace for everyone and no one gets left behind. Average speeds 20km/h and 25km/h. If possible, we will stop mid ride for a coffee/refill of water bottles.
There will be no support vehicle so you will need to bring along any spares and tools that you may need for your bike in case of any mechanical incidents (i.e. spare tubes, multi-tools and pumps).
Route: We will share a gpx file with all attendees in advance of the ride event.
Timings:
From 10.00 meet at The Cricketers (car parking available)
10.20 Rider briefing
10.30 Riders depart
13.00 to 13.30 – Return to The Cricketers
13.30 to 14.00 If anyone wants to stop and have a bite to eat we have a table reserved. Any drinks or meals will be on a self-pay basis.
15.30 Event close
Social Ride (Richmond Park) - 5th June
Date: 5th June
Time: 09:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Location: Roehampton Gate Car Park, Richmond Park
Booking link: BDOVELO 2026 Ride Registration - Fill in form
Richmond Park, London – Chats and Laps.
2–3 social laps (20–30km) with a post ride coffee at Collucci’s Café—perfect end of week spin.
Road Ride (Chilterns) - 3rd July
Chilterns Hills
Friday 3 July 2026 - 10:00am
Register: BDOVELO 2026 Ride Registration – Fill in form
We are pleased to share details of the BDOVELO Chiltern Hills ride designed for a social and enjoyable day in the saddle across one of the UK’s best cycling regions.
Event Details
Venue: The Walled Garden, Chorley Road, West Wycombe, HP14 3AP The Walled Garden
The nearest train stations are Saunderton (approximately 2.5 miles away) and High Wycombe (3.2 miles away). Both are on the Chiltern Line from London Marylebone (approximately 30 to 40 mins
Paid parking is available next to the Walled Garden.
Ride Information: You will be taking part in an unsupported road ride of approximately 45 miles with 750m of climbing. We will split in to 2 groups, led by British Cycling qualified ride leaders. Each group will ride at a comfortable pace, ensuring no one gets left behind. Group one - average speed 20km/h and Group 2 average speed 25km/h. We expect to stop mid ride for coffee and to refill water bottles, where possible.
As there is no support vehicle, you must bring along any spares and tools required for your bike in case of mechanical issues (e.g. spare tubes, multi-tool, pump). Helmets are also mandatory for participation in this ride.
Route: We will start from The Walled Garden in West Wycombe. West Wycombe is a historic village, largely owned by the National Trust, and home to West Wycombe Park (the Dashwood family), the Hellfire Caves, and the Mausoleum on top of West Wycombe Hill. From there, the route heads into the Chiltern Hills via Radnage, before descending Chinnor Hill. The route is flat for a while heading through Sydenham, Cuxham and Ewelme. The route then follows a gradual climb up to Nuffield before heading to Nettlebed, where we will stop for refreshments. We will then return towards West Wycombe via Turville and surrounding villages, taking in a number of climbs and descents along the way.
A GPX file will be shared with all attendees in advance.
Timings:
From 10.00 meet at The Walled Garden (paid parking available)
10.20 Rider briefing
10.30 Ride departure
13.00 to 14.00 – Expected return
14.00 to 15.00 – Optional Lunch (self-pay sandwiches, snacks and drinks are available).
15.30 Event close
Waiver Forms: Please complete and return the waiver and medical declaration forms in advance of the event.
Round The Island – Isle of Wight - Saturday 18 July 2026
We are pleased to share details of the BDOVELO Round the Island Event for 2026 - a fantastic day out exploring the countryside, towns, villages and coastline of the Isle of Wight.
Event Details
Meeting Point: Wightlink Portsmouth Car Ferry Terminal, Gunwharf Road, Portsmouth, PO1 2LA. There is car parking on site if you will be arriving by car.
We will take the Wightlink Passenger Ferry from Portsmouth to Fishbourne and return in the late afternoon/early evening.
Ferry Departure 08.40
Ferry Return 18.20
The return cost for the ferry as a foot passenger with a bike is £28.80. Please book your own tickets at Wightlink | Isle of Wight ferries - Wightlink Ferries selecting a Portsmouth to Fishbourne day return with a bike.
The nearest station is Portsmouth Harbour which is accessible from London Waterloo/Clapham Junction etc.
Ride Information: We will follow the Round the Island route. The full route is approximately 115km with 1,400m of climbing across undulating terrain. Groups will ride at a comfortable pace. No one will be left behind and we will include planned stops for coffee and lunch while keeping to the return ferry timing.
A support vehicle will carry spare kit and provide refreshments during the ride. However, you must bring your own essential spares and tools (e.g. spare tubes, multi-tool, pump). Helmets are also mandatory.
Route: From Fishbourne we will ride clockwise on quiet country lanes, taking in the island’s coastline, countryside and chalk faced cliffs. We will stop for coffee mid-morning before heading South for lunch at the Wight Mouse Inn in Chale. After lunch, we will continue West towards Freshwater and Yarmouth before heading inland through country lanes to Cowes. We will then take the chain ferry to East Cowes and return to Fishbourne for the ferry back.
A GPX file will be shared with all attendees in advance.
Timings:
07.40 - 08.00 Meet at the Wightlink Ferry Terminal in Portsmouth
08.40 Ferry departs
09.25 Arrive in Fishbourne
09.45 Depart on route
13.00 Lunch
17.00-17.20 Arrive at Fishbourne Terminal
18.20 Ferry departs
19.05 Arrive in Portsmouth
There is flexibility to take an earlier or later return ferry if required.
What to Bring: Waterproofs, pump, tools, spare tubes and drinks and snacks.
Waiver Forms: Please complete and return the waiver and medical declaration forms in advance of the event.
Contacts: If you are delayed or get lost on route please contact: Steve Watts on 07798 640 775.
Social Ride (Richmond Park) - 4th September
Date: 4th September
Time: 09:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Location: Roehampton Gate Car Park, Richmond Park
Booking link: BDOVELO 2026 Ride Registration - Fill in form
Richmond Park, London – Chats and Laps.
2–3 social laps (20–30km) with a post ride coffee at Collucci’s Café — perfect end of week spin.
Date: 2nd October
Time: 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Location: Denbies Wine Estate, London Road, Dorking, RH5 6AA
Booking link: BDOVELO 2026 Ride Registration – Fill in form
Denbies, Ride of the Falling Leaves BDOVELO’s most popular ride – a scenic autumn loop from Denbies vineyard with a glass of fizz at the finish.
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