Lark Rise Bike Ride

The Lark Rise bike ride is a challenging off-road cycle ride through the lovely countryside that formed the backdrop to Flora Thompson’s Lark Rise to Candleford.

Challenge yourself on this established off-road ride best suited to mountain bikes and hybrids; the trail follows tracks, bridleways and quiet lanes.  Choose from the 12.5-mile starter ride - ideal for families (children under 16 - £5) and occasional riders, or the tougher 25-mile or 40-mile trails offering some more serious sections to test regular off-roaders.

The circular routes start and finish at Fringford (Candleford) north of Bicester and wind through the beautiful countryside of Oxfordshire, Northamptonshire and Buckinghamshire including the classic Stowe Estate.

Postal entry forms are available from: email info@larkrisetrail.co.uk or phone Chris on 01280 847721/848611 

You can download a sponsor form if needed - see box on left of page.

Distance12.5-mile starter ride, 25-mile and 40-mile.
Start/finishFringford Village Hall, Fringford, Oxfordshire OX27 8DY
Registration open8.30 - 10.00am
Ride finishesapproximately 5.00pm
Local informationParking is available around the Green (not on the grass please). Nearest railway station is Bicester.
Children under 14Children under 14 must be accompanied by an adult throughout the ride. Under 16s require parental consent, download and complete the form and send to the event organiser. Children under 16 qualify for £5 entry.
On the day entriesWill be accepted: adults £20 and children £10.

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Event facts

  • fully signed route
  • maps
  • refreshment stops
  • limited bike support subject to access
  • photographer