The Jon Banks Memorial

In memory of Jon Banks, a much-loved friend and cycling companion in Audax Club Bristol and across the Audax Community, who died suddenly in 2025. Based on Jon’s classic North Wessex Downs event.

Warmley, City of Bristol | Sat 24th Oct 2026 @ 07:00

Summary

When

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Sat 24th October 2026
07:00 - 21:24

Where

Warmley Station
Bristol And Bath Railway Path
Warmley, BS30 5JB

Who

Organiser: Luke Hounsome

What

Series: Audax Club Bristol

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Brief

In memory of Jon Banks, a much-loved friend and cycling companion in Audax Club Bristol and across the Audax Community, who died suddenly in 2025. Based on Jon’s classic North Wessex Downs event.

Event Info

Cost:
£10
Type:
BR
Eligible:
Audax Awards
Award Distance:
200
Total Distance:
200 km
Speeds:
15-30 kph
Duration:
14h24
AAA: 0
Rainbow Flat
Climb:
2019m

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Overview

In memory of Jon Banks, a much-loved friend and cycling companion in Audax Club Bristol and across the Audax Community, who died suddenly in 2025.

Description

Based on Jon's classic North Wessex Downs event, we roll east from Bristol across the Cotswolds before arriving at the North Wessex Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

White Horses, natural downlands and historic Marlborough all feature on 100km riding through some of the best of our region's countryside. After a village hall stop for tea and cake, we roll west into the setting sun before crossing the Cotswolds once more for a well earned finish.

What others think.

The best BCM yet

23rd May 2023

Superb. Enjoyed the route even more than my 2 previous BCM’s, particularly the ‘morning’ (for me) section around the headland to Aberdovey. Although the night section shortcut through Rhyd was one kicker of a climb I’d happily avoid next time. The run back through the lanes around Weobley was far more enjoyable than previous routes down through Llandrindod Wells, even if it was a little slower going. All the organisers and helpers were fabulous and the ACB riders in particular were very friendly. The weather wasn’t bad either 😉 thanks Will.

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Gerard

Amazing view

23rd May 2023

This was really one of the best ride regarding the scenery. Less hilly and it would be probably the best one. The organisation and controls were great too. I loved it but my legs and bum didn’t. Would I do it again, yes if I have more comfy saddle.

Branislav

Stunning

23rd May 2023

I’ve done a lot of cycling but this (2023) was my first Bryan Chapman. Bottom line: absolutely stunning, the best cycling event I’ve done in years. Incredible challenge, mindblowing scenery, fantastic organisation. Top marks to Will and his team. Thanks.

Jason

First Attempt

23rd May 2023

This was a very well organised event indeed. Good route, especially the return leg, officials were very encouraging and friendly. Tough ride but well worth the effort

Ian

Brilliant

14th May 2023

Great route and impeccable organisation. The marmalade sandwiches at Paddington were brilliant. The welcome at all the checks were very much appreciated …. Especially the beans on toast in the middle of the night. Highly recommend these events 🙂

Dan

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