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North West London Epic Ride


A road cycling route starting from Barnet

Embark on an epic cycling journey through North West London, conquering challenging climbs and enjoying breathtaking views along the way.

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This epic road cycling route takes you on a challenging 96-kilometer adventure through the scenic landscapes of North West London. With a challenging ascent of 775 meters, this ride is designed for experienced cyclists seeking a thrilling and rewarding experience. Highlights of the route include the renowned Harrow Hill, which tests your climbing skills with its steep ascent and rewards you with panoramic views over the city, Uxbridge, a charming town featuring traditional shops and eateries, and Amersham, where you're treated to captivating countryside scenery. Potters Crouch offers a peaceful scenic oasis amidst the bustling city, and London Colney greets you with its charming ambiance. The journey concludes in Chipping Barnet, a historic town with a rich heritage and fascinating architecture. This epic ride promises to challenge and awe even the most experienced cyclists.

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96 km
775 m
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Route profile

Highlights on the route

Start: Chipping Barnet City center
Barnet: Cycling in Barnet: a mix of urban and rural rides
Barnet is a locality in the Outer London - West and North West region of the United Kingdom. From a cyclist's perspective, Barnet offers a mix of urban cycling through the streets of Outer London and rural rides in the beautiful countryside. The locality is well-connected with cycling routes and has dedicated bike lanes in certain areas, making it suitable for road cycling. However, the roads can be quite busy at times, so it is important to be cautious. Barnet is not particularly known for any famous cycling spots or climbs, but the nearby Green Belt area provides opportunities for gravel cycling and scenic rides.
Harrow Hill124 mPeak
Harrow Hill presents a formidable challenge with its steep incline, rewarding dedicated cyclists with breathtaking views at the summit and bragging rights for conquering this legendary climb.
Harrow on the HillSub-urb
Harrow on the Hill features quaint streets and historic landmarks, providing a delightful backdrop as you navigate its inclines and descents during your road cycling journey.
UxbridgeTown
Uxbridge offers a picturesque town center dotted with traditional shops and cafés, encouraging cyclists to take a break and explore its charming streets.
FulmerVillage
Fulmer enchants with its idyllic settings, combining tranquil pathways, serene lakes, and rolling meadows to create a perfect cycling paradise in North West London.
AmershamTown
Amersham impresses with its scenic country lanes and historic architecture, inviting cyclists to take a step back in time while navigating its captivating roads.
Potters CrouchHamlet
Potters Crouch provides a peaceful retreat from the city, immersing cyclists in nature's serenity as they traverse its winding roads and lush countryside.
London ColneyVillage
London Colney's charming atmosphere offers a delightful respite during your road cycling adventure, allowing you to savor the delights of this picturesque village.
Chipping BarnetTown
Chipping Barnet is a historic market town that marks the beginning and end of this exceptional road cycling route, encouraging exploration of its fascinating heritage and captivating narrow streets.
Finish: Chipping Barnet City center
Barnet: Cycling in Barnet: a mix of urban and rural rides

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