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The events are held at a wide range of venues within Berkshire, Hampshire and Surrey. Gorrick TrailTrax signs to the venues will be posted at local major junctions. You get to ride some fabulous terrain across the South of England with lovely views.

The Candovers
Cliddesden Millennium Village Hall, Cliddesden

New for 2011... The course will cover the area surrounding the Three Castles Path and the rolling downs to the South East of Basingstoke. There is an excellent network of trails, all with very good surfaces over the summer months, with the checkpoints arranged to provide an enjoyable and challenging event for riders of all abilities. All of the checkpoints are off road and although navigation should be very straightforward you'll have some tough choices over which checkpoint to tackle next! Catering will include hot & cold food, free tea, coffee and squash.

[ Venue Location Map » ] Cliddesden Village hall is located on the edge of a small village to the South East of Basingstoke. The B3046 passes through the village and can be accessed from the A339 which runs between Basingstoke and Alton. If approaching via the M3 you should turn off at junction 6 for Basingstoke. The village hall itself has parking for 50 cars and we have an overflow field nearby for additional vehicles

Itchen Valley
The Flowerpots Inn, Cheriton

Based in the small picturesque village of Cheriton, The Flowerpots has it's own micro brewery, a camping field, B&B (3 rooms), a large garden with plenty of tables and a barbecue. Overnight accommodation or camping but must be pre booked direct with The Flowerpots on 01962 771318. Every visit here is always a warm and welcoming one. The South Downs Way often forms part of the map area so expect some hill climbing on well surfaced tracks.

[ Venue Location Map » ] Take the B3046 from either Alresford or the A272. On entering Cheriton village turn west into the minor road to the pub. Lot's of parking is available in the camp field right next to registration.

The Wessex Downs
Hampstead Norreys Village Hall, Hampstead Norreys

New for 2011... Hampstead Norreys is a new area for Gorrick and provides an excellent network of tightly packed off road tracks - almost the perfect TrailTrax Venue. The first bridleway starts at the edge of the event centre so you're underway without even hitting any tarmac! The River Pang runs through the centre of the event area and is surrounded by an extensive network of criss-crossing tracks, which are all very rideable in the summer months. To the North West there are also some excellent longer stretches of bridleway and byway plus a few hills as we head down to the Thames to the East. The course will be set to present the best of the tracks that the area has to offer - some really great riding, so no matter how you cope with the navigational challenges you're certain to have an excellent day's riding no matter what your ability. Catering will include hot & cold food, free tea, coffee and squash.

[ Venue Location Map » ] The event centre has two large car parks and is on the edge of the village as you approach from Newbury and the A34. From Newbury and the A34 follow the signs for "The Living Rainforest" and you'll reach Hampstead Norreys. The village hall is on the South East edge of the village and will be signed.

A bridleway field crossing near Cheriton

The North Downs
The Priory School, Dorking

New for 2011... Priory School is on the western edge of Dorking. It has good access to the tracks and bridleways around Leith Hill, which offers some of the best mountain biking in the South East. The area to the north consists of flat farmland bounded by a steep wooded slopes; while the area around Leith Hill is forested and hilly and criss-crossed with byways and bridleways (some rocky, some gravelly, some technical and some man-made). Leith Hill is the highest point in the South East at 294m, so be prepared to do some climbing. However, many of the ascents are gradual rather than steep (and balanced by some good descents), and checkpoint locations will be chosen to allow a less challenging route to be followed. Nearly all checkpoints will be located off-road.

There are plenty of places to eat in Dorking, as well as good variety of pubs in nearby Westcott, Coldharbour, and Wotton. We are also hoping to provide snacks at the venue. There are plenty of things to do nearby for non-cycling partners, family and friends, including Polesdon Lacey NT House, Denbies Vineyard and Visitors Centre, shopping in Dorking, etc.

[ Venue Location Map » ] For those arriving by car, there is plenty of parking available at the school. Please note that the school cannot be accessed directly from the A25, by car. Access is via South Street – Coldharbour Lane – Hampstead Lane – West Bank. If you are cycling to the event there is a back route off the A25. Dorking is also well served by rail stations, for those wishing to travel by train. Dorking Main Station is served by trains from London Victoria / Waterloo and Horsham, and Dorking Deepdene and Dorking West stations are on the Reading to Gatwick line.

Surrey Hills
Tilford Institute, Tilford

A short drive to the south of Farnham and west of Guildford, Tilford accesses the Surrey Hills comprising the Devils Punchbowl at Hindhead as the main feature. The beautiful Frensham and Hankley Commons provide a substantial mix of bridleways and navigational challenges.

[ Venue Location Map » ] Approaching from the A287 the venue will be signposted. Parking is available on the road beside the venue, in the small car park over the opposite side of the cricket pitch, or a quarter of a mile away at the public car park signed "P" on the map. The Barley Mow pub is a short walk away for your post ride beer and dinner.


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