Thames Valley

Fairoaks Airport Loop

A popular cycling route around Fairoaks Airport

Key Route Details

Distance: 43km
Elevation Gain: 137m
Start/Finish: The Coppernose Café, Hampton Court, London
Terrain: Flat

The Fairoaks Airport Loop is a fast, flat 43km cycling route in the Thames Valley, heading south of Chertsey to Fairoaks airfield before looping back on the same return road. This is a popular road cycling route from London, ideal for fast group rides and training efforts. There is an optional café stop for small groups at the Hangar Café at the airport, a popular stop on Thames Valley cycling routes.

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