The Castle Hills Loop
A road cycling route starting from Old Woking
Pedal through picturesque hills and visit historic castles along this intermediate road route.
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Discover the beautiful countryside surrounding Old Woking on this intermediate road cycling route. Starting and ending in Old Woking, this 59-kilometer route takes you through Guildford, Castle, Godalming, Thursley, Tongham, Pirbright, and Hook Heath. With an ascent of 451 meters, this route offers a good mix of climbs and flat sections, making it suitable for amateur cyclists looking to improve their skills. Along the route, be sure to visit highlights such as Guildford Castle, a medieval masterpiece with stunning views from the top; Castle, a quaint village known for its well-preserved castle ruins; and Godalming, a historic market town with charming streets lined with independent shops and cafes.
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Start: Old Woking Village centerOld Woking: Cycling paradise with scenic landscapes and challenging climbs.
Old Woking is a locality located in Surrey, East, and West Sussex, United Kingdom. The area is known for its picturesque landscapes and quiet country roads, making it an ideal destination for road and gravel cyclists. Old Woking offers a variety of cycling routes that cater to different skill levels and preferences. One of the famous cycling-related spots nearby is the Surrey Hills, home to challenging climbs and stunning views. Overall, Old Woking ranks as a 4 on the cyclist perspective scale, offering great cycling opportunities and beautiful scenery.9 km
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GuildfordTownExplore the historic town of Guildford and visit Guildford Castle to enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding Surrey countryside.
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9 km
CastleViewpointStop by Castle and explore the castle ruins, which date back to the 12th century.
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17 km
GodalmingTownDiscover the charming market town of Godalming and explore its historic buildings and quaint streets.
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26 km
ThursleyVillagePass through Thursley and admire the beautiful Thursley National Nature Reserve, home to numerous bird species.
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39 km
TonghamVillageCycle through Tongham, a small village with a rich agricultural history, and enjoy peaceful rural surroundings.
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50 km
PirbrightVillageMake a quick stop at Pirbright, a rural village famous for its British Army Training Unit.
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56 km
Hook HeathSub-urbTake a break at Hook Heath Golf Club and enjoy peaceful views of the surrounding countryside.
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59 km
Finish: Old Woking Village centerOld Woking: Cycling paradise with scenic landscapes and challenging climbs.
Cycling routes from Old Woking:
Silent Pool and Guildford Gravel Loop Surrey and Sussex Adventure Ripley to Old Woking Gravel Ride Woking and Windsor Castle Gravel Adventure The Surrey Hills Loop The Castle Hills Loop The Sussex Delights Loop Addlestone to Send Marsh Road Cycling Route The Surrey Ridges Loop Guildford and Dunsfold Gravel Ride The Surrey and West Sussex Loop
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