The Office Group Bike Ride – Staff Invitation
Please note, this event is free of charge – and by invitation only.
There are limited spaces so please sign up ASAP!
The Office Group is proud to present, for the third year running, our invitation-only cycling event on Friday 24th June 2016. This is a fantastic opportunity to network while cycling to your heart’s content!
There are two routes to choose from: a more challenging hilly 60 mile loop (with 1,662 metres of climbing) and a shorter (flatter) route of 40 miles (with 1209 metres of climbing). It’s as hard and testing as you want to make it, or a chance to ride at your own pace and enjoy the stunning scenery. Both routes follow the same roads for part of the journey and you will enjoy coffee/cake and lunch with all riders, regardless of which route your choose.
Everything will be professionally organised for you by Ride25 including a hearty lunch, a coffee and cake stop, support vehicles and tour crew including a bike mechanic and first aider, so that all you need to do is enjoy this amazing challenge and ultimately have fun!
The ride is open to all cycling abilities and all types of bikes. We do recommend that you use a road bike, however, previous Ride25 Riders have used hybrids and Bromptons.
Remember, it’s still work….. you can also do some great networking and business in the saddle!
*** Please note, this event is free of charge – and by invitation only ***
When is it?
This 1 day event takes place on Friday the 24th June 2016
How far is it?
To ensure we provide a challenging ride for all abilities there will be two routes to choose from – A 60-mile route and a shorter 40-mile route.
What are the routes like?
Both routes will give riders the chance to cycle along some amazing, beautiful and quiet country roads.
The routes are:
What’s the itinerary for the day?
8am: Registration & Safety Briefing
All meet at Sevenoaks Cricket Club for tea/coffee and registration – please have a good breakfast before you arrive. There is plenty of parking at the cricket club. Alternatively if you choose to get the train, it’s only a 30 minute train journey from London and the cricket club is situated only 1/2 mile from the station.
8.30: Start pedalling!
Both routes will take pedal together for the first part of the morning, taking in the lovely Kent country roads.
11am: Coffee and Cake Stop
Everyone will convene at the lovely Crown Inn in Groombridge for a coffee and cake stop. The routes will then split until lunchtime.
1-2pm: Lunch at Hever Castle
Everyone will stop for a hearty lunch at the stunning Hever Castle, childhood home of Anne Boleyn. This is a chance to refuel, rest the legs and chat with fellow cyclists (on both the 60 mile and 40 mile routes).
4.30pm onwards: Drinks at the Cricket Club
Return to Sevenoaks Vine Cricket Club for a drink and some snacks at the bar plus a chance to discuss the day’s cycling with fellow riders. Everyone will then make their way home.
What’s included?
- Back-up vehicles to provide you with medical help and any assistance should you need a rest. There will also be a bike mechanic on hand and a Ride25 team leader.
- A digital map in the format of a .gpx file for mobile navigation devices such as Garmin. Also, the route will be fully signposted along the way.
- Fresh fruit and water in the support vehicles
- Lunch and a coffee stop
- Drink and snacks at the finish
What’s not included?
- A bike – we recommend that you use a road bike, but some of our Riders have used hybrids and Bromptons in the past. Read our bike recommendations here.
- Personal Insurance including cycling cover.
How much is it?
The event is free of charge – please ensure though that you register to ensure your place on the ride. (Please note, you will need to make your own way to and from the start/finish in Sevenoaks).
How do I book?
You can register here or just click on the button below…
Need some inspiration?
Check out last year’s The Office Group bike ride video below!