Family Led Ride Upminster-Dagnam Park Round Trip

Family guided ride from Upminster Park to Dagnam Park, Noak Hill (Round Trip)

After an extra hour in bed, join our guided ride starting at Upminster Park, following the national cycle route 136 through Upminster into Pages Wood then to Harold Hill via Harold Wood. We will visit Central Park then onto the Manor and pause for a packed lunch at Dagnam Park while you watch wild deer graze after a challenging but enjoyable climb. Returning the same way you’ll experience an exciting downhill with wildlife all around. The day will finish back in Upminster where there are public toilets and plenty of places to get food or drink.

This route is suitable for all bikes apart from road bikes. Bikes with gears are recommended.

Children must be accompanied by a responsible adult. Not recommended for under 8s unless with a good riding history.  Children aged 8 and over should be able to ride to Bikeablilty level 1 standard (ride in a straight line with one hand if needed, turn corners, look behind while riding forward, use gears, set pedal, understand brake use).

The ride will be up to 13 miles and will be paced at the speed of the most relaxed rider. No one gets left behind.


We will be riding mostly off road but crossing some busy roads, some sections will be on unkept paths. Bright clothing recommended and helmets essential for all.

Autumn weather suggests gloves and a lightweight jacket.

Please use this handy guide to check your bike is in good order.

https://lcc.org.uk/advice/bike-safety-check/

Riders can join at any point and instructors will share live locations on the day via WhatsApp. Should you not wish to be part of the WhatsApp group please state so when registering.


 
10.30 Upminster Park
11.30 Pages Wood
12.30pm: Lunch stop at Dagnam park inc history tour.

1.30pm: Leave Dagnam park
3pm: Possible toilet stop at Harold wood station
4.30pm: Finish (likely to be earlier - riders are free to peel off home at any point)
 
The rides are led by fully qualified and experienced cycling instructors.

You’ll finish refreshed and ready for half term!