The Crimble Bimble

For Christmas, I’ve resurrected The Crimble Bimble last run at the end of the 2023 season. For this edition it’s a #NewLocation and #NewRoute based on the Stratford Greenway with an additional loop on some local byways to add a bit of elevation and spice in the middle. I’ve deliberately kept the distance and climbing low to keep it social. We’ll roll at a social pace maybe taking in some Geocache’s en-route for a bit of extra festive fun!

Festive attire is optional!

Gravelton Events are not official or sanctioned. They are self-supported group rides. Same route, same day. It’s just you, your bike and your mates having fun.

All we ask is you share your ride with everyone else in the community.

How to Enter

Entry is FREE. Just turn up but I do recommend you subscribe to my newsletter to receive the latest route and event info.

The Route

No short course for this one as it’s a manageable distance and not too technical

The route rolls away from Bobby’s Cafe at the start of the Greenway and tracks SW on the disused railway line. We alight at Long Marston and ride over to Mickleton and then climb up the side of Lark Stoke offroad via Hidcote Manor. From here we continue offroad over the top and then drop into Ilmington to pick up another trail before heading west and back to the Greenway via Lower Quinton. Then we return back to base via the Greenway for a well earned cuppa in the cafe.

If you want to extend the ride (like me!) you can use the canal out to Wilmcote. I’ll be cycling in from Alcester to pick up the canal there. That will be a round trip of about 66km. If you want to join me, just drop me a message, otherwise the official start is at the Greenway itself.

You can download GPS files from the Gravelton GPS Folder any format you want or use the Komoot link below

Need to Know

1. Invite your mates. Tell everyone about the ride.
2. Park considerately on the day.
3. Always take your litter home.
4. Be self-sufficient. Make sure you have the route, your phone, spares, food, drink, money.
5. Shut any gates.
6. Ride within your capabilities and the rules of the road.
7. Be courteous to other trail users and share your space nicely. A bell is highly recommended.
8. Remember it’s a ride not a race.
9. Share your ride afterwards.

Parking

The car park at Stratford Greenway is pay and display. Upto 3hrs £2.50, upto 4hrs £3.60, £5 all day (over 4hrs)

Refreshments

Pre and post-ride refreshments are available at Bobby’s Cafe on-site.

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