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Roade & the Grand Union Canal Cycle Ride – 8.6 Miles
A friendly 8.6-mile circular ride from Roade, following quiet roads and bridleways to Stoke Bruerne before joining the Grand Union Canal towpath for the return loop.
🟢 Ride Grade: Gentle
⏱ Expected duration: Approx. 1 hour
👤 Ride Leader: Paul Coxon
📍 Meeting Point: Yoga Café, Roade [CONFIRM]
🛤 Route: Quiet roads, bridleways and canal towpath
£6.00
👋 First time joining us?
Your first two walks are free with code FIRSTWALKFREE. We’d love to meet you.
From Roade to the Grand Union Canal
Join Paul for a relaxed circular ride of approximately 8.6 miles, starting in Roade and heading towards Stoke Bruerne.
We’ll follow a mixture of quiet roads and bridleways before picking up the Grand Union Canal towpath at Stoke Bruerne and looping back towards our starting point.
At under 10 miles, this is a 🟢 Gentle Ride, making it a good option if you’re building your cycling confidence, returning to your bike after a break or simply fancy a shorter social ride.
We’ll ride together, regroup when needed and enjoy the journey rather than worrying about speed.
Friendly, social cycling without the pressure
Adventure Geek Cycling Club rides are social and supportive, designed for people who want to enjoy cycling without racing or feeling they need to keep up.
👤 Led by Paul Coxon
Paul is an experienced cyclist with a calm, supportive approach. He’s outdoor first aid trained and very knowledgeable when it comes to bikes — from basic maintenance to on-the-go problem solving. You’ll be in safe, capable hands.
🚲 We ride together
No one gets left behind and the pace is set to suit the group. Routes have approximate mileage, allowing some flexibility depending on the group, conditions and how everyone is feeling on the day.
☕ Coffee stops
Where possible, we’ll stop at a café along the way — because good conversations and good coffee are part of the adventure.
🚴 Who these rides are for
Our rides range from short confidence-building rides to longer adventures. Check the Ride Grade and distance for this event before booking so you can choose one that’s right for you.
| Grade | Distance | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| 🟢 Gentle Ride | Up to 10 miles |
Short, relaxed rides. Great for getting back on your bike or building confidence. |
| 🔵 Steady Ride | 10–20 miles |
A little further, but still a sociable ride with stops along the way. |
| 🟠 Active Ride | 20–30 miles | A longer ride requiring reasonable cycling fitness and confidence. |
| 🔴 Adventure Ride | 30–40+ miles | Our longer rides for confident cyclists who are comfortable spending several hours in the saddle. |
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