Mendip & Cranborne Randonee
A 100K Randonee starting at Standerwick near Frome. Meandering through picturesque Somerset to the edge of the Mendip Hills, over the Mere Downs in Wiltshire to the edge of Cranborne Chase. The ride then returns to Standerwick via the Wylye Valley.
https://www.britishcycling.org.uk/events/details/88563/Mendip-&-Cranborn...
Signing on from 08.00
Depart Frome Market from 09.00
Maiden Bradley Checkpoint opens at 10.00 closes at 13.00.
Wylye opens at 11.30 closes at 15.00,
Standerwick closes 17.00 allowing for average speeds between 13mph & 20mph.
Refreshments available at checkpoints and Finish.
Includes some challenging climbs and breath taking scenery.
Fully signed route.
Entry limited to 300 riders.
Ample free parking.
Broom Wagon / Support
Route map available on British Cycling mapping for gpx
Online and Postal entry
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