Thames Valley

Twyford Drift

Thames Valley cycling route to Twyford via Drift Road.

Key Route Details:

Distance: 101km
Elevation Gain: 412m
Start/Finish: Coppernose Café, Hampton Court, London
Highlights: Drift Road
Terrain: Flat

Twford Drift starts with a loop down towards the Chobham area before heading up to Drift Road, a fast flat road leading to Twyford. The return leg via Windsor is also fast and flat.

Suggested café: Ola Café Company, Twyford, 55km

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