Morden to Hove and back (via Downs Link)

I had the inspiration to cycle down to the south coast today, and was surprised to find myself arriving in Hove before midday. The route took in mainly quiet lanes, there was the odd round-about, but on the whole I thought it was fairly safe. On the way back I used the Downs Link, which is a bridleway that stretches from the coast to Guildford. I highly recommend it as it is a real gem.

Route Map:

To download the route as .gpx, click here

Wimbledon to Rowlands Castle (and the Isle of Wight)

Today the weather forecast looked optimistic, so I decided to cycle down to the Isle of Wight to visit family. The route took in Morden, Epsom, Leatherhead, Ewehurst, The North and South Downs, and Rowlands Castle where I caught the train to Portsmouth Harbor - I didn't fancy using Portsmouth's hectic roads and crazy one way systems!

From the train it was a short walk to the fast ferry, which took me over the Solent to Ryde on the Isle of Wight. After a chat and a bite to eat I caught the train back home!

The Route:

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