Mendip Flop Event Details| Audax UK - The Long Distance Cyclists' Association

Mendip Flop Warmley Waiting Room, Bristol Oliver Iles

100Km

Summary

102Km cycling event starting from Warmley Waiting Room, Bristol.

Controls at

WARMLEY
BURRINGTON COMBE
WARMLEY
Plus 5 information controls

E-Brevet permitted.

Description

Back for 2026, a '5 Star Reviewed' 100k cycling event exploring the Chew Lakes & Mendips starting from Warmley Waiting Room.

Starting from the Warmley Waiting Room, opening early for drinks and rolls.

Explore the beauty of the Chew Lakes and the Mendips, which are officially recognized as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB).

You will pass along the Avon Valley Railway on the B2B cycle path before climbing up and riding through one of Bath's best-kept secrets and considered one of Seven Cycle Wonders of the World - The iconic Two Tunnels @ 1.03 miles in length it is the longest cycling tunnel in the UK.

As you continue along the Greenway Cycle Path, you will have fine views of the Cotswold Countryside and the Gothic Style Midford Castle.

Next, ride past Chew Valley Lakes before climbing to the top of the Mendips on Old Bristol Road.

Stop at the top of the Mendips to control the Coffee Box Mobile Cafe for refreshments before descending through Burrington Combe Gorge.

Next, a rolling section brings you back to Warmley Waiting Rooms Cafe.

Mostly quiet lanes and roads with easy navigation.

Two Tunnels Circular Event Patch available for purchase £2.00

GPS file download - SEE ZIP FILES ON EVENT PAGE

Entry on the Line (EOL) is available for £3, payable by card or cash.

FOR FULL EVENT DETAILS, SEE https://audaxwales.com/events/mendip-flop/

LAST EVENT FEEDBACK REVIEW - FEB 2023 - 5 STARS
Thanks, Oliver, for a good route up and back onto the Mendip hills. Some interesting roads were chosen, as well as unavoidable sections of busy roads. Overall, it was an enjoyable ride and a great way to kick-start the new year's cycling.

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