Who was Passmore Edwards?

NOTE. You must register on Eventbrite so we can limit numbers, link below.

As in recent years, the Healthy Rides are having a special all day ride for the bank holiday.

Easter Monday Ride. April 6^th 2026. Who was Passmore Edwards? < https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/who-was-passmore-edwards-tickets-1986202397839?aff=oddtdtcreator >

John Passmore Edwards (1823-1911) was a journalist, publisher, MP
and philanthropist who left a lasting legacy in London. Principally his libraries, several of which still exist, but also hospitals and drinking fountains. Werner has researched a route that will visit as many sites as possible in an all-day, 2-part ride on Easter Monday, April 6^th.

Meet at London Bridge (Southwark Gateway Needle, south side) at 9am (note early time). Morning will cover north of the river cycling a 40km loop including Bow Library, East Ham Hospital and  Canning Town Boys Club.  After a lunch break at about 1.30 continue with a 20km south of the river circuit down to Dulwich (Passmore Edwards Library), South London Art Gallery and Wells Way Public Baths. Estimated finish at London Bridge at 3.30pm.

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.  Remember things can, and do, happen on bike rides and we sometimes get delayed. It is therefore advised not to schedule anything to immediately follow the expected end time. This ride is part of a regular programme of Saturday rides, more information at https://southwarkcyclists.org.uk/healthy-rides/.