On Your Bike - The Surrey Hills (20 Cycle Routes) - Softcover

Valerie Bennett

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1846742323 ISBN 13: 9781846742323

Publisher: Countryside Books, 2011

Synopsis

If you're looking for the best cycle routes in the Surrey Hills, this is the book for you. The routes here are designed for all levels of ability and dedication - from leisure cyclists to family groups and even the seasoned cyclist. Along the way, you'll find out exactly why the Surrey Hills is a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

HIGHLIGHTS:

• Renowned views at the likes of Newlands Corner, Box Hill & Reigate Hill
  
• The wooded hills of Pitch Hill, Holmbury Hill & Leith Hill
  
• Historic sites including the ruins of Waverley Abbey, Guildford Cathedral, Virginia Water with its ornamental cascade & Cobham Hill (the only working water mill in Surrey) 
• Attractive villages such as Lingfield (with its period houses & magnificent church), Peaslake (a mecca for cyclists), Dunsfold & Shere (to name just a few)
  
• Waterside tracks along the River Wey, the Thames & the Mole
  
• Routes through the National Nature Reserve at Thursley, across the Hog's Back at Guildford & through the magnificent woods of The Chart on the Greensand Ridge at Limpsfield
  

WHY YOU'LL LOVE IT:

SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE - There are 20 Surrey cycling routes here, ranging from 9 to 33 miles, including quiet lanes, easy off-road tracks & peaceful paths through nature reserves & along rivers. There are flat rides & hill routes where you'll be rewarded with spectacular views & thrilling descents. Whatever kind of cyclist you are, you'll find something suitable

BEST OF THE SURREY HILLS - Covers renowned beauty spots & hidden gems, sweeping views & glorious countryside peppered with charming villages. Find our just why this is a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty

GO AT YOUR OWN PACE - Many routes designed to be enjoyed at a more sedate pace, so you can visit places of interest, take in views or stop for refreshments along the way

ALL THE INFO YOU'LL NEED - All routes include info on how to get there, points of interest along the way, where to stop for refreshments & other places to visit nearby

EASY TO FOLLOW - Full colour maps & pictures throughout, with clear written instructions making it easy to find your way

Cycling is the perfect way to get out and explore this beautiful area with all it has to offer in the changing seasons. This guide will help you unlock everything that makes the Surrey Hills such a popular destination for cyclists. 

Edition details

• Publisher: Countryside Books
• Publication date: 2011
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1846742323
• ISBN 13: 9781846742323
• Binding: Spiral-bound
• Number of pages: 96