Saturday 25th October Club Ride

Saturday Social Ride – Into the Pewsey Vale 🚴‍♀️🚴‍♂️

Bundle up, club! With a brisk 9°C forecast and a fresh 17mph breeze, it’s definitely an overshoes morning (plus arm warmers, gilets, and maybe even those winter gloves you’ve been eyeing). We’re rolling out from Southbroom School at 9:30 am for a lovely 73km loop that takes us through the heart of Wiltshire.

Our route winds north through Horton and the quiet lanes beyond Bishop’s Cannings, before dropping into the beautiful Pewsey Vale. We’ll tackle a few testing climbs around Knowle Hill and the ridgeway lanes, with stunning views across the downs as our reward. The highlight? A well-earned warming stop at HoneyStreet Cafe – their hot chocolate might be just what we need after battling that headwind!

After refuelling, we’ll loop back through Wilcot and Patney, then it’s familiar territory through Etchilhampton and those final lanes home to Devizes. With only a 15% chance of rain, we should stay dry – though autumn is definitely making its presence known!

Time to dig out those winter layers and join us for some proper October miles. The coffee always tastes better when you’ve earned it! ☕

 

Saturday 18th October Club Ride + Easy Rollers

 
 🚴‍♂️ Saturday Club Rides – Important Time Change Notice! 🚴‍♀️

This is it folks – our LAST Saturday with a 9am start! From next weekend (25th October) we’ll be rolling out at the more civilised time of 9:30am right through until the clocks spring forward again in March. So enjoy that extra half hour in bed from next week! ☕

Main Route: Wiltshire Wanderer (78km, 549m climbing) Starting from Southbroom School at 9am, we’ll head out through the classic Wiltshire lanes via Dunkirk Hill and Marsh Lane, taking in the sweeping views around Caen Hill before winding our way through Whistley Road and Court Hill. The route loops through Tinhead and back via the B3098, giving us some lovely rolling countryside and a few testing climbs to keep the legs honest. Coffee and cake stop planned at Rowdey Cow – you’ve definitely earned it after those hills!

Easy Rollers: Potterne & Seend Circuit (47km, 284m climbing) Our friendly Easy Rollers group will enjoy a gentler tour through some of Devizes’ prettiest villages. We’ll spin out through Rowde and Seend, loop around through Worton, taking in those gorgeous autumn colours at a more sociable pace. Perfect for anyone wanting good company, great views, and plenty of time to chat over coffee when we stop at HoneyStreet Cafe!

The forecast is showing 13°C with 15mph winds – ideal autumn riding weather! Bring an extra layer for the descents and maybe pack that gilet as those winds might have a bite to them.

Whether you’re chasing segments on the main route or enjoying the scenery with the Easy Rollers, Saturday’s rides have something for everyone. Don’t miss out on the last 9am start of the season – see you at Southbroom! 🍂

 

 

Saturday 11th October Club Ride

Saturday Club Ride | 11th October

This weekend we’re heading out for a beautiful 79km loop through classic Wiltshire countryside! 🚴‍♀️🚴‍♂️

Starting from Southbroom School at 9am, we’ll roll through Horton and Quemerford before weaving through the pretty lanes around Bremhill and Preston. The route takes us along the A4 towards Beckhampton, where the landscape opens up with views towards Avebury. The riding is mainly flat with gentle rolling sections—perfect for settling into autumn miles and good conversation.

Our well-earned coffee stop is at Honey Street Cafe, a lovely spot right on the Kennet & Avon Canal. Expect great coffee, cake, and maybe a narrowboat or two gliding past while we refuel! ☕🍰

Then it’s a steady ride back to Devizes to wrap up a cracking 49 miles together. The autumn colours are really showing now, so it should be a scenic one. Bring layers—mornings are getting crisp!

See you Saturday morning. Let’s ride! 🍂

 

Saturday 4th October Club Ride

Devizes Town Cycling Club (DTCC) Ride Update

🚴‍♀️ Ride Cancelled – Unfortunately, Saturdays club ride is cancelled due to the weather forecast – safety first! We’re gutted to cancel, but we’ll be back next week with a cracking ride for you all.
 
Fingers crossed for better weather!
 
💬 Any rainy day plans? Share in the comments!
 

 

Saturday 27th September Club Ride

🚴‍♀️ Saturday Main Ride – The Pewsey Vale & Beyond Loop 🚴‍♂️

80km of classic Wiltshire countryside awaits! Starting from Southbroom School at 9am, we’ll head out through Patney and into the beautiful Pewsey Vale, then loop through quiet lanes and rolling downland before our well-deserved coffee stop at the Rowdey Cow.

Perfect autumn riding conditions forecast – overcast skies at 15°C with gentle 11mph winds and just a slight chance of a shower (25%). Ideal temperature for keeping comfortable on those longer climbs, and the cloud cover means no squinting into morning sun!

Distance: 80km | Elevation: Rolling Wiltshire hills (~175m range)
Start: Southbroom School, 9am sharp
Coffee Stop: Rowdey Cow (the cake is calling!)

This route showcases the best of our local countryside – from the Vale of Pewsey’s gentle slopes to those satisfying climbs that make the coffee taste even better. Come join us for a proper Saturday adventure! 🌾☕

Saturday 20th September Club Ride + Easy Rollers

 

🚴‍♀️ Main Ride – The Wiltshire Villages Explorer 🚴‍♂️

74km with rolling hills through classic Wiltshire countryside! Starting from Southbroom School at 9am, we’ll wind our way through gorgeous villages including Lacock (hello, historic abbey!), up the challenging Bowden Hill, then sweep through Cherhill and past the famous Avebury stone circle area.

With partly cloudy skies forecast (18°C, light winds at 24mph), it’s perfect autumn riding weather – just enough breeze to keep you cool on the climbs! Coffee stop will be well-earned after those undulating lanes through East Kennett.

Distance: 74km | Elevation: ~600m of rolling Wiltshire hills

Start: Southbroom School, 9am sharp

Come explore the best of our county’s heritage villages and ancient landscapes – this route has everything that makes Wiltshire cycling special! 🌾

 
 
 

Easy Rollers – The Gentle Wiltshire Loop

Perfect for a leisurely Saturday morning! 41km of gentle rolling countryside, starting from Southbroom School at 9am. We’ll cruise through quiet lanes via Patney and Woodborough, with beautiful views across the Vale of Pewsey.

Distance: 41km | Elevation: Gentle rolling hills

Start: Southbroom School, 9am

A perfect introduction to club riding or just a sociable Saturday spin through our gorgeous local countryside. See you there! 🚴‍♀️

 

 

Saturday 13th September Club Ride

🚴‍♀️ SATURDAY MAIN RIDE 🚴‍♂️

Ready for an adventure this weekend? We’ve got a brilliant 69km loop that’ll take us on a scenic tour of some of Wiltshire’s most charming villages!

📍 Start: Southbroom School, 9am sharp
📏 Distance: 69km
⛰️ Elevation: 550m (with a cheeky climb up to 200m near Manton!)

We’ll be winding our way through Etchilhampton, Burbage, Woodborough, Wilcot, and Patney – a proper countryside tour that showcases the best of our local lanes. The route takes us along some lovely quiet roads, with that satisfying climb near Manton Drove around the 30km mark to get the legs working properly.

Coffee Stop: Honeystreet Cafe – perfect timing for warming up with a proper brew and slice of something delicious!

The forecast is calling for light rain and chilly conditions, so this is definitely a day for extra layers! But you know what they say – there’s no such thing as bad weather, only inappropriate clothing. Plus, that coffee and cake at Honeystreet will taste twice as good after battling the elements together.

Nothing beats the satisfaction of completing a proper ride when others are staying tucked up indoors – and the group camaraderie is always at its best when we’re all in it together!

Let’s make it a Saturday to remember! 🌟

 

Saturday 6th September Club Ride + Easy Rollers

🚴‍♀️ Saturday Club Rides – 6th September 🚴‍♂️

Autumn is knocking on the door 🍂 – Saturday is looking 19 degrees, mostly cloudy and breezy, perfect conditions to get some steady miles in before the season changes.

We’ve got two routes planned this week:

🚴 Main Ride – 77km | 591m climbing

Heading out past Woodborough ➡️ Pewsey ➡️ Easton Royal ➡️ Burbage ➡️ Crofton ➡️ Chisbury ➡️ Marlborough ➡️ Lockeridge, before a fun drop down Milk Hill 🎉. We’ll then refuel at Honey Street Café with coffee and cake, before returning via Allington and Horton Road.

🌿 Easy Rollers – 47km | 325m climbing

A gentle social spin taking us from Devizes ➡️ Rowde ➡️ Worton ➡️ Potterne ➡️ Patney ➡️ Beechingstoke, with a coffee stop at Honey Street Café ☕🍰. Perfect for keeping the legs turning without too many hills!

📍 Start: Usual meeting point, 9am sharp
💨 Expect a breezy ride – bring a windproof!

See you on the road! 🚲✨

 

 

Saturday 30th August Club Ride

🚴‍♂️ Saturday Main Ride – Charity Challenge Support Ride – EARLY START 8AM 🚴‍♂️

This Saturday 30th August we’ll be riding in support of Paul Elston, who’s taking on a huge virtual Ironman-style challenge over three days to raise money for charity, he’ll be doing:

🏊 2.4 mile swim – Friday 29th
🚴 112 mile ride – Saturday 30th
🏃 26.2 mile run – Sunday 31st

For the Saturday ride, Paul will be completing a 2-lap, 112 mile course at a steady 16mph average pace – aiming for a 7 hour ride time.

🔹 Start: 8:00am from Southbroom School
🔹 Route: Southbroom ➡️ Bishop’s Cannings ➡️ Cherhill ➡️ Royal Wootton Bassett ➡️ Dauntsey ➡️ Startley ➡️ Chippenham ➡️ Studley ➡️ Bromham ➡️ Devizes
🔹 Options: Join for 1 lap (56 miles) or push on for the full 2 laps (112 miles)
🔹 Stops: Quick roadside comfort/fuel breaks + 20 min grab-and-go at Greggs after lap 1

This will be a continuous, consistent ride – not a smashfest but not leisurely either. Bad weather won’t stop Paul! 💪

👉 Come along and support Paul and Rich on what promises to be an epic endurance ride. Even if you’re not up for the full distance, joining for one lap is a great way to show support.

There will no other club rides tomorrow.

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Saturday 23 August Club Ride

🚴‍♂️ Saturday Main Ride – Merkin’s Reverse Route 🚴‍♀️

Meet: Outside Southbroom Infants School, Devizes
Time: 9:00 AM sharp!
Coffee Stop: Rowdey Cow

This week we’ll be taking on the Merkin’s Reverse Route – a 78.2km loop with around 640m of climbing. We’ll roll out from the usual Southbroom School start point at 9am.

The route heads out through Potterne, Coulston, and Edington, before skirting past Trowbridge and turning north towards Holt. From there we’ll push up towards Box, cut across east to Neston and Lacock, and then climb Bowden Hill before sweeping down through Bromham.

We’ll enjoy a well-earned coffee and cake stop at Rowdey Cow before the final spin back into Devizes.

Looks set to be a cracking ride – see you at the start! 🚴‍♀️☕🍰

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