London Bridge to Woolwich and back using Elizabeth Line to Woolwich

NOTE. Please register for rides on Eventbrite so we can limit numbers, link: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/london-bridge-to-woolwich-and-back-elizabeth-line-outward-cycling-back-tickets-1006609806027.  Do not turn up for rides if you have not been able to register.

The novelty on this ride is the use of the Elizabeth Line for the outward leg. The Elizabeth Line is the only deep line that allows full size bicycles.  Some delays at lifts, but trains are roomy and will not be crowded on a Saturday morning. And they  take just 13 min from Whitechapel to Woolwich.

Start 9.30 at Southwark Needle (London Bridge) for an estimated 3½ hour round trip with Bruce leading.  Note slightly earlier time than usual. There are 3 stages to the ride. First we will ride to Whitechapel Station. Step free access is from the back entrance on Durward St.  Stage 2 is the Elizabeth Line to Woolwich Arsenal. Bring travel card or equivalent. Stage 3 will be the 9 mile ride back to London Bridge using lots of Thames Path and Cycleway. Short coffee stop during return leg.  Quite a complex ride. Looking for a logistic challenge? This is the ride for you! . Report from 2022, https://southwarkcyclists.org.uk/healthy-rides/healthy-ride-reports-2022/ride-reports-nov-19th-2022/

Riders of all ages are welcome on Healthy Rides but under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult. Same for “adults at risk”. Always give way to pedestrians and to other cyclists so all path users feel safe.  If you cannot make a ride, please cancel so that someone else can take the place. How to cancel link: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/help/en-gb/articles/575010/how-to-cancel-your-free-registration/.  This ride is part of a regular programme of Saturday rides, more information at https://southwarkcyclists.org.uk/healthy-rides/.