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Oxfordshire Countryside Ride
A road cycling route starting from Kidlington
Explore the stunning Oxfordshire countryside on this road cycling route
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Experience the beauty of the Oxfordshire countryside on this 47 km road cycling route starting near Kidlington. With a total ascent of 350 meters, the ride takes you through picturesque towns and villages including North Leigh, Leafield, and Blenheim Palace. Enjoy the rolling hills and picturesque landscapes that have inspired countless artists and writers throughout history.
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47 km
350 m
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Start: Thrupp Village centerKidlington: Cycling-friendly village with flat terrain and pleasant countryside routes.
Kidlington is a village located in Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire, United Kingdom. This locality is ideal for road cyclists who prefer flat terrain as it is situated in a relatively level area. The village has good road infrastructure and low traffic, allowing cyclists to enjoy uninterrupted rides. While not known for any particularly famous cycling climbs or spots, Kidlington offers pleasant cycling routes through the surrounding countryside, providing a peaceful cycling experience.12 km
12 km
North LeighVillageVisit the historic village of North Leigh and discover its impressive 12th-century church, picturesque thatched cottages, and the ruins of a medieval manor house.
23 km
23 km
LeafieldVillagePass through Leafield, a charming village with a rich history and several traditional English pubs where you can stop for refreshments.
42 km
42 km
Blenheim PalaceCastleMake a stop at Blenheim Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and birthplace of Sir Winston Churchill. Explore the palace grounds, gardens, and lake before continuing your ride.
47 km
47 km
Finish: Thrupp Village centerKidlington: Cycling-friendly village with flat terrain and pleasant countryside routes.
Cycling routes from Kidlington:
Oxfordshire Countryside Ride Kidlington Gravel Experience Kidlington Epic Loop Kidlington to Abingdon Loop Kidlington to Wolvercote Loop Bletchingdon and Launton Loop Kidlington to Kirtlington Loop Gravel Adventure: Kidlington to Bletchingdon Circuit Woodstock Gravel Ride Gravel Adventure: Kidlington to Shipton-on-Cherwell
Cycling routes nearby:
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![Image of Woodstock](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/united-kingdom/berkshire-buckinghamshire-and-oxfordshire/woodstock-5.webp)
![Image of Marston](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/united-kingdom/berkshire-buckinghamshire-and-oxfordshire/marston-4.webp)
![Image of Eynsham](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/united-kingdom/berkshire-buckinghamshire-and-oxfordshire/eynsham-4.webp)
![Image of Oxford](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/united-kingdom/berkshire-buckinghamshire-and-oxfordshire/oxford-4.webp)
![Image of Stonesfield](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/united-kingdom/berkshire-buckinghamshire-and-oxfordshire/stonesfield-5.webp)
![Image of North Leigh](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/united-kingdom/berkshire-buckinghamshire-and-oxfordshire/north-leigh-4.webp)
![Image of Cowley](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/united-kingdom/berkshire-buckinghamshire-and-oxfordshire/cowley-4.webp)
![Image of Bicester](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/united-kingdom/berkshire-buckinghamshire-and-oxfordshire/bicester-4.webp)