Coxley, Emley, High Hoyland & Bretton Park

This is a very pleasant rural ride with quite a lot of climbing, but rewarded by some really cracking long non-technical descents that you will love. We will have a picnic lunch stop about 1/2 to 2/3 of the way round.

About 75% of the route is off tarmac, comprising river & canal paths, woodland trails, farm tracks and fast bridleways. We will pass through Coxley Valley, Emley village and High Hoyland, (the clue is in the name), so you'll definitely need your climbing legs!

Post ride refreshment is available at the nearby Star Inn.

Lunch: Please bring your own food as there is no café stop on this ride.

Meet: 09:45 for 10:00 departure, close to the recycle bins at Asda superstore, Asdale Road, Wakefield, WF2 7EQ. Don't worry - you won't get clamped!

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Nearest rail station: Sandal & Agbrigg (1.5 miles).

Ride distance: 25 miles.

Ride duration: 5 hours including stops (estimated).

Technical difficulty: BLUE (Moderate), nothing particularly technical, but some sections of trail could well be rather slithery if there has been recent rain.

Physical difficulty : RED (Difficult), 2,100ft total ascent so a good level of fitness required.

Suitable For: Mountain bikes (hardtail is fine), or gravel bikes and hybrids with treaded tyres.

Recommendations: Spare tube, Tools, Pump, Lunch, Energy bars/drinks, Water.

Safety: No Helmet = No Ride!