Southwark Cyclists

Greenwich to Lesnes Abbey Healthy Ride
2024-06-01 09:30 - 13:00 (Europe/London) | Cutty Sark Gardens, Next to the Cutty Sark, near the foot tunnel, London, Southwark, SE10 9HT, United Kingdom
Greenwich to Lesnes Abbey Ride

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Start/finish Cutty Sark, next to the tunnel entrance. Note the slightly earlier 9.30 start. Amanda leading. 20 mile route that largely follows the river, keeping to the south side. Outward takes the Thames path round the Greenwich peninsula and continues to Woolwich and Thamesmead. After an ascent of the famous Thamesmead Tor, heads inland to Lesnes Abbey and a well-deserved coffee break with time for a quick look at the ruins of the Abbey. On the return use more of the linear, elevated, Ridgeway path to Woolwich, then Thames path again until the Ecology Park at N Greenwich. Cut across the peninsula to save your legs and finish along a short stretch of Thames path to Cutty Sark. High proportion of this route is on off-road paths. Loads to see, including riding past the O2, Thames Barrier and the steel men (“Assembly” by Peter Burke) at Woolwich Arsenal. Everyone welcome, but please note that although riders of all ages take part in Healthy Rides those under 18 must be accompanied by a responsible adult. Same for “adults at risk”. Note we are requiring a mobile number on registration for this ride.

Feeder Ride to Freecycle
2024-05-26 10:00 - 15:00 | Peckham Rye Park Cafe, Strakers Road, London, SE15 3UA, United Kingdom
Feeder Ride to Freecycle
The annual Freecycle is on Sunday 26th when a large loop of central London roads will be closed to motor traffic. This is a great event and especially suitable for families with younger children. Southwark Cyclists will be running a feeder ride starting in Peckham Rye Park at 10am. Ride is fully marshalled to ensure safety. Details at https://lcc.org.uk/events/freecycle-southwark-feeder-ride/, Details of whole Event at https://www.ridelondon.co.uk/our-rides/ridelondon-freecycle.

London Bridge to Kensington Palace - Healthy Ride
2024-05-25 10:00 - 13:00 | Southwark Needle, London Bridge Walk, London, United Kingdom
London Bridge to Kensington Palace.
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Ride round all the big tourist spots with Jamie leading. Start/finish Southwark Needle, south side of London Bridge close to London Bridge Station. Start 10am for an estimated 3 hour ride. Route west along south side of river then over Westminster Bridge down Birdcage Walk up Constitution Hill across Wellington Arch into Hyde Park and along to Kensington Palace for coffee break.
Return up Hyde Park West Carriage Drive, along Serpentine and up to Speakers Corner. Then back down to Wellington Arch and on to Buckingham Palace, down The Mall, through Horse Guards and across Parliament Sq to the Embankment. Left onto the cycle lane (CS3) along The Embankment with finish past Monument and over London Bridge. Flat ride with lots of path and cycle lane suitable for any level of cyclist.
Riders of all ages are welcome on Healthy Rides but under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult. Same for “adults at risk”.
This ride is part of a regular programme of Saturday rides, more information at https://southwarkcyclists.org.uk/healthy-rides/.

Canada Water to the O2 - Healthy Ride
2024-05-18 10:00 - 12:30 | Canada Water, 21 Surrey Quays Road, London, Southwark, SE16 7AR, United Kingdom
Canada Water to the O2 – Healthy Ride

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Flat and almost all traffic free or segregated path – a ride for all abilities. Start 10am from Deal Porter Square, next to Canada Water Library and opposite Canada Water station. Possible to join the ride at Cutty Sark, next to the Foot Tunnel, at 10.25. Follow Cycleway 14 to Thames at Greenland Dock, then Thames path to the O2. Some really nice riverside cycle path to enjoy. If things go well could make it as far as the Barrier. Return across the N Greenwich peninsula, bit more Thames path past Cutty Sark, then stretch of Cycleway 4, getting back to Canada Water at around 12.30. Ride Leader – Bruce.
Riders of all ages are welcome on Healthy Rides but under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult. Same for “adults at risk”.
This ride is part of a regular programme of Saturday rides, more information at https://southwarkcyclists.org.uk/healthy-rides/.

Greenwich to Wanstead Park Healthy Ride
2024-05-18 09:00 - 13:30 | Cutty Sark Gardens, Next to the Cutty Sark, near the foot tunnel, London, Southwark, SE10 9HT, United Kingdom
Greenwich to Wanstead Park Ride

Start 9.00am at Cutty Sark, next to the tunnel entrance. NOTE EARLY START. Hope to finish back at Greenwich at 1.30, but with uncertainties on a long ride please allow for possible 2pm finish. Route out: round Thames path to London Cable Car across river. Then on to Beckton Corridor off road path and round past Beckton Alps, bit of cycle path and back streets to Wanstead Park, maybe part along River Roding. Return across Wanstead Flats, quiet streets to Olympic Park, Hertford Union Canal, Regents Canal Towpath/Mile End Park, west side of Isle of Dogs to the Greenwich Foot Tunnel. If the lifts are working, complete ride by crossing to the Cutty Sark. If not, end the ride at the tunnel. If required riders who wish to cross will be guided to Mudchute DLR Station where there is step free access. There is also step free access at Greenwich DLR station. Note this is a long route with a lot of continuous riding. We will be at our usual easy pace, but probably cycling for 3 hours +. You get a rest on the Cable Car (remember to bring some way of paying the fare) and a coffee break. Nevertheless worth bringing a snack and a drink. Ride Leader – Amanda.
Riders of all ages are welcome on Healthy Rides but under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult. Same for “adults at risk”.
This ride is part of a regular programme of Saturday rides, more information at https://southwarkcyclists.org.uk/healthy-rides/.

Burgess Park to Wandsworth Park Healthy Ride
2024-05-11 10:00 - 13:00 | Burgess Park Cafe, Chumleigh Gardens, London, SE5 0RJ, United Kingdom
Burgess Park to Wandsworth Park Healthy Ride
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Easy paced ride taking an outward route via Battersea Park and Thames Path – will probably return the same way after coffee in Wandsworth Park. The 3 km of path from Battersea Park to the Wandle is always a joy – right next to the river, traffic free and wide enough to relax. About 27 km, Jane leading. Start 10am from the Café in the middle to the park, off Chumleigh St/Albany Rd
Riders of all ages are welcome on Healthy Rides but under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult. Same for “adults at risk”.
This ride is part of a regular programme of Saturday rides, more information at https://southwarkcyclists.org.uk/healthy-rides/.

Eltham Surprises - Healthy Ride
2024-05-11 10:00 - 13:00 | Cutty Sark Gardens, Next to the Cutty Sark, near the foot tunnel, London, Southwark, SE10 9HT, United Kingdom
Eltham Surprises Healthy Ride

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Ride will visit the 4 Ps of Eltham – a Pleasance, a Palace, a Pavillion and Parks, plus a Winter Garden. Late coffee stop at the cafe in Oxleas Wood. This ride has 2 fairly steep hills, where the ride leader might step down from the bike and push it up, it’s ca 24 km long and including a visit to the Pavillion and the coffee break stop will take us ca 3 hours. Eva leading. Start at Cutty Sark Gardens, 10 am.
Riders of all ages are welcome on Healthy Rides but under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult. Same for “adults at risk”.
This ride is part of a regular programme of Saturday rides, more information at https://southwarkcyclists.org.uk/healthy-rides/.

Four Commons and Two Windmills - Healthy Ride
2024-05-04 10:00 - 14:00 | Dulwich Clock Cafe, Dulwich Park SE21 7BQ, Dulwich Park Cafe, London, SE21 7EA, United Kingdom
Four Commons and Two Windmills
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From Dulwich a 26km (16 mile) sweep across SW London through not just 4 commons and past 2 windmills, but also including 3 major parks and 2 prisons! Lots to see. Start 10am, allowing 4 hours, so a late lunch. Start/finish location: Dulwich Clock Café, Dulwich Park, in the middle of the park. Anticlockwise route via Brockwell Park, Brixton Mill and Prison, Clapham Common, Wandsworth Common, Prison and Windmill, Tooting Bec, Streatham Common, Norwood Park and Crystal Palace Park. Mostly quiet streets and paths. Several photo stops and a coffee stop somewhere. Should be a fun ride taken at our usual easy pace. Ride leader Bruce. Probable Route: https://www.google.com/maps/d/edit?mid=109qmWolJsAZyzTbZ3i5ktisrvBKhmQc&usp=sharing
Riders of all ages are welcome on Healthy Rides but under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult. Same for “adults at risk”. This ride is part of a regular programme of Saturday rides, more information at https://southwarkcyclists.org.uk/healthy-rides/.

The Longest Street - Healthy Ride
2024-05-04 10:00 - 12:30 | Peckham Square, SE15 5JR, 122 Peckham Hill Street, London, SE15 5JR, United Kingdom
The Longest Street
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Believe it or not, Rotherhithe Street is claimed, at 1.5 miles, to be the longest street in London (eg. see https://www.atlasobscura.com/places/rotherhithe-street and https://southwarknews.co.uk/news/the-fascinating-history-of-rotherhithe-street-londons-longest-road/). It is also an old street and passes several interesting places including the Mayflower Pub, the Brunel Museum and tunnel, the Bascule Bridge, and Surrey Docks Farm.
Start time 10am, Simon S. leading. Start/finish Peckham Square (Peckham library, Peckham Pulse Leisure Centre, SE15 5RY). Duration 2.5 hours. Route to and from Rotherhithe will be quiet streets or paths. Outward route wandering through Camberwell and Walworth to Cycleway 4. Return via Southwark Park where there will be a coffee stop. We did this ride last year, report at https://southwarkcyclists.org.uk/healthy-rides/healthy-ride-reports-2023/ride-reports-april-29th-2023/. Route map at https://www.google.com/maps/d/edit?mid=1-a0LRYP3NIjFcSfi_oVWoj14XsAdKwM&usp=sharing
Riders of all ages are welcome on Healthy Rides but under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult. Same for “adults at risk”. This ride is part of a regular programme of Saturday rides, more information at https://southwarkcyclists.org.uk/healthy-rides/.

#LondonLovesCycling Ride
2024-04-28 12:00 - 16:00 | Cutty Sark Gardens, Next to the Cutty Sark, near the foot tunnel, London, Southwark, SE10 9HT, United Kingdom
#LondonLovesCycling Ride
We’re celebrating cycling on Sun April 28th
Part of LCC’s #London Loves Cycling Campaign for the Mayoral elections.

Ride with us along C4 from Greenwich to Southwark Park: a fun ride for all ages and abilities. We are joining forces with Lewisham and Greenwich cyclists – and everyone is welcome.
Assemble at the Cutty Sark, to depart at 12 noon. Please Register at https://lcc.org.uk/events/lllcycleway4/

Simon is leading a feeder ride from Peckham Rye Park cafe (The Round, Straker’s Rd., SE15 3UE) at 11.00.

London Bridge to Victoria Park Healthy Ride
2024-04-27 09:30 - 13:00 | Southwark Needle, London Bridge Walk, London, United Kingdom
London Bridge to Victoria Park
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Victoria Park is the oldest public park in London (opened 1845) and bigger than any of our Southwark Parks. Has a lake with fountain, a pagoda and a bandstand where bands still play every Sunday. And it has some lovely wide paths, perfect for shared riding and walking. We will set out at 9.30 across Tower Bridge and follow mostly quiet streets and paths via Limehouse and Mile End to ‘Vicky’ Park. Then east to the nearby Olympic Park and probable coffee stop at the View Tube. Back via Three Mills, underpass at A12, back streets to Westferry where pick up Cycleway 3. From there basically reverse of outward route back to London Bridge by about 1pm. Ride Leader Amanda. Likely route at https://www.google.com/maps/d/u/0/edit?mid=17PYDnLncULO4ABJukYz8fU2NRqb9lm8&usp=sharing

Southwark Parks and a Velodrome Healthy Ride
2024-04-27 09:30 - 12:00 | Peckham Square, SE15 5JR, 122 Peckham Hill Street, London, SE15 5JR, United Kingdom
Southwark Parks and a Velodrome
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An easy ride for anyone, including new cyclists, that showcases 4 of Southwark’s larger parks plus its newest. And as a bonus you have a peep at London’s original velodrome – still going strong after 133 years. Start 9.30am in Peckham Square (next to Peckham Pulse Leisure Centre and Peckham Library). Aim to finish back in Peckham Square at 12 noon. Route: Peckham Rye Park, Dulwich Park, Herne Hill Velodrome, the off-road Green Dale path, the west end of Burgess Park, Geraldene Mary Harmsworth Park (Imperial War Museum),Elephant Park (new park), the east side of Burgess Park and the off-road Surrey Canal Path. Rough map at https://www.google.com/maps/d/edit?mid=1wzbEnhIKG7-t5XPQGt56tsHcRlNKGAk&usp=sharing. Ride Leader Bruce.

Healthy Ride along the Marathon Course
2024-04-20 10:00 - 14:30 | General Wolfe Statue, Greenwich Park, Next to Prime Meridien, London, SE10 8XJ, United Kingdom
Healthy Ride along the Marathon Course
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Have you ever wondered what it would be like to do the iconic London Marathon? Well this year you can ride it from start to finish with Southwark Cyclists and even enjoy a coffee break mid-way.
Coordinating Instructions and Timings. Riders will meet at 10.00am at the Statue of General Wolfe next to the Prime Meridian Line at the top of Greenwich Park, SE10 8XJ. Ride Leader Jamie will give a short safety briefing before the start. The ride will finish on the Mall, SW1A 2WH by approx 2.30pm.
Mission To cycle the iconic 26.2-mile London Marathon Route from start to finish as faithfully as possible. This should be an enjoyable ride and is suitable for competent and experienced riders.
Route. One of our regular Ride Leaders, Simon Kenward, a veteran of many London Marathons will be with us for the ride. We will pause the ride momentarily along the route and Simon will point out one or two key locations and some of the places where resilience and stamina are really put to the test. The anticipated route is: Greenwich Park, Charlton Way, The Village, Charlton Park Rd, Little Heath, Hill Reach, Artillery Place, John Wilson St, Woolwich Church St, Woolwich Rd, Trafalgar Rd, Cutty Sark, Creek Rd, Lower Rd, Surrey Quays Rd, Quebec Way, Salter Rd, Brunel Rd, Jamaica Rd, Tower Bridge, The Highway (roughly 1/2 way), Narrow St, Limehouse, West ferry Rd, East Ferry Rd, Marsh Wall, Heron Quays, South Colonnade, North Colonnade, Poplar High St, West India Dock Rd, Commercial Rd, The Highway (2nd time), Lower Thames St, Upper Thames St, Victoria Embankment, Parliament Sq, Buckingham Palace, The Mall.
Rations and Water. We will stop midway for a 30-minute coffee and snack break.
Checks and Equipment. Riders are urged to pre-check their bikes e.g. A = Air in tyres, B = Brakes, C= Chain & gears etc. Riders are further advised to bring: a warm fleece, waterproof top/trousers & bike lock.
Riders of all ages are welcome on Healthy Rides but under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult. Same for “adults at risk”. 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/
Note. Ride reports, often with photos and route maps, are posted to the Southwark Cyclists web site, yearly index at https://southwarkcyclists.org.uk/healthy-rides/.
This ride is part of a regular programme of Saturday rides, more information at https://southwarkcyclists.org.uk/healthy-rides/.

London Bridge to Regents Park Healthy Ride
2024-04-20 10:00 - 12:30 | Southwark Needle, London Bridge Walk, London, United Kingdom
London Bridge to Regents Park
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Start 10am, Southwark Needle, south side of London Bridge. Bruce leading. Finish back at London Bridge 12.30. About 15km (10 miles), pretty much flat. On mostly segregated lanes or quiet streets with just a few short stetches of busy road. Out across the City, Cycleway 6, Tavistock Place (LCN 6), Tottenham Court Road, into Park at Chester Gate. Round the Inner Circle then exit York Gate and return on route touching the outward one at Gower St (UCL), then past British museum, Covent Garden and finishing along the river to London Bridge. Lots to see. Time for a short coffee break in Regents Park. Route at https://www.google.com/maps/d/u/0/edit?mid=14sFsp9B7PPhAciiYb84Shk24cpNI7rE&usp=sharing
Riders of all ages are welcome on Healthy Rides but under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult. Same for “adults at risk”. 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/

South of the River in 1814 - Healthy Ride
2024-04-13 10:00 - 13:00 | Canada Water, 21 Surrey Quays Road, London, Southwark, SE16 7AR, United Kingdom
South of the River in 1814
This short, leisurely ride follows those roads south of the river that date from the eve of Waterloo, as shown on William Darton’s Map of 1814 (‘The Stranger’s Guide to the Streets of London and Westminster’). We begin from Canada Water, going directly to Jamaica Road, and then following a loop across to Lambeth, with lots of zig-zags to take in roads of interest. Along the way we’ll visit Cherry Garden Street, where Jamaica House once stood (as Pepys tells us). The historical high point will be at the Obelisk, at the foot of Blackfriars Road, erected to commemorate the building of the third bridge across the Thames in 1771. Our coffee break will be just opposite the Old Vic, by Lower Marsh Market. 13 miles, finish back at Canada Water at 1pm. John S. leading.

Ride to view the Guide Dog Statues at Canary Wharf
2024-04-13 09:00 - 12:00 | Southwark Needle, London Bridge Walk, London, United Kingdom
Guide Dog Statues at Canary Wharf
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Start 9am (yes, really early, set the alarm clock), at London Bridge (Gateway Needle, SE corner, near station). Aim to be back by 11.30am -12 noon. Paws on the Wharf is one of those artistically painted identical statues outdoor trails. Details at https://www.guidedogs.org.uk/paws-on-the-wharf/, also BBC post. Dogs will be auctioned later in year, minimum bid £2000, proceeds to Guide Dogs charity. Route will use the north bank going slightly inland on the outward leg and using the Thameside route coming back. Places of interest include Shadwell Basin, Canary Wharf Elizabeth Line Station, North and South Docks, St Katherine’s Docks – and of course the dogs! 10 mile, flat ride with 80% off road on surfaced paths or segregated cycle lanes. Suitable for any type of cyclist, including beginners and families. Coffee stop, probably at Mercato Metropolitano, Wood Wharf. Do remember the early start. Bruce leading. Probable route at https://www.google.com/maps/d/u/0/edit?mid=1exSNQCrUKdrQSijtSjozmkwBOhMgDLY&usp=sharing
Riders of all ages are welcome on Healthy Rides but under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult. Same for “adults at risk”. 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/.

Monthly Meeting now on Zoom
2024-04-10 19:30 - 21:30 | The Tree House, Sayer St, Elephant Park, London, SE17 1GD
Monthly Meeting now on Zoom
Due to many people being unable to make this date have decided to put meetng online. Zoom link http://tiny.cc/rz0qxz
or use QR Code below

Meeting ID: 717 9470 8036
Passcode: [REDACTED]
Monthly meeting to discuss and develop ideas for pomoting cycling in Southwark. A good opportunity to catch up on what is going on regarding active travel in Southwark and surrounding areas.

Healthy Ride in Celebration of Elm Trees
2024-04-06 10:00 - 13:00 | Peckham Square, SE15 5JR, 122 Peckham Hill Street, London, SE15 5JR, United Kingdom
A Celebration of Elm Trees
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10.00am start at Peckham Square (Peckham Library). Back for 1.00pm. Simon S leading. We’ll go to the famous Lewisham Dutch Elm in Ladywell Fields, and stop for coffee and views in Brockwell Park on the way back. The aim is to visit as many elm trees as possible in a short ride. The elms should be in fruit, and very visible. In addition a couple of “Elm” roads. As a bonus, we may see a fine avenue of cherries still in blossom in the Herne Hill area. 14 miles, mostly on quiet roads and cycleways. A few ups and downs but nothing tough. Map at https://www.google.com/maps/d/u/0/edit?mid=1H749j8jFHeBD0qvndKLHns0PKMJTWfQ&usp=sharing
Riders of all ages are welcome on Healthy Rides but under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult. Same for “adults at risk”.
This ride is part of a regular programme of Saturday rides, more information at https://southwarkcyclists.org.uk/healthy-rides/. You can see our forward planning and also how many riders are registered here.

Dulwich to Vauxhall Bridge via the Effra Valley - Healthy Ride
2024-04-06 10:00 - 12:30 | Dulwich Clock Cafe, Dulwich Park SE21 7BQ, Dulwich Park Cafe, London, SE21 7EA, United Kingdom
Dulwich to Vauxhall Bridge via the Effra Valley
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A flat route from Dulwich following the River Effra. The Effra is one of London’s “Lost Rivers”, small rivers that have disappeared into underground pipes. Starting 10am from Dulwich Park Café we will first divert to Belair Park, the only place where the Effra is visible above ground. Next quiet streets to Brockwell Park, exit on to Brixton Water Lane, then take Effra Road to Brixton Central. Long run down Brixton Rd to the Oval where we join Cycleway 5 to Vauxhall Bridge. You used to be able to see the exit of the Effra into the Thames just downstream, but the Tideway Tunnel people have built lots of stuff concealing this. May be just visible again now. Short stop on Vauxhall Bridge then a ride past the American Embassy with its moat and defensive rampart and a look at the Sky Pool. Interesting quiet back streets route to Myatts Fields. Then Elim Open Space, across Coldharbour Lane at Cambria Rd, and along Milkwood Rd to Herne Hill. Finally Burbage Rd, past the Velodrome (maybe pop in if we have time) and back to Dulwich Park (expect that to be at 12.30). 11 miles, a mixture of quiet and busy streets, some cycle lane. Should have time for a coffee stop – maybe the Black Cab Café off 9 Elms Rd. Bruce leading. Route at http://tinyurl.com/y7ul6r9r

Buildings Listed for 2024 Architecture Awards Healthy Ride
2024-04-01 10:00 - 14:00 | Southwark Needle, London Bridge Walk, London, United Kingdom
Buildings Listed for 2024 Architecture Awards
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This ride will look at roughly a dozen buildings shortlisted for an RIBA award in Bermondsey, Peckham, Bankside, King’s Cross, Shoreditch and Whitechapel. Start 10am, Southwark Gateway Needle, London Bridge. Back in approx. 4 hours. We will see completely new buildings that will have required much creativity to use the available space. There will also be extensions to existing building and adjustments to existing buildings to prepare them for different use. Coffee stop about half way.

London Bridge-Kensington Gardens Loop - Healthy Ride
2024-03-30 10:00 - 13:00 | Southwark Needle, London Bridge Walk, London, United Kingdom
London Bridge-Kensington Gardens Loop
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There has been a decade or more of work to develop safe, segregated cycle routes in London. What kind of possibilities has it opened up? Last year I set out to look at Central London where most of the new cycleways are. Stitched together a circular route that gets you around in reasonable comfort and passes lots of interesting locations. Report of last year’s ride is here.
Start 10am at London Bridge. Cross bridge and drop down to Cycleway 3, a well-designed, segregated route. Follow this along the embankment, through Parliament Squ, past Buck house, across Hyde Park and into Kensington Gdns. Start return past the Albert Memorial and continue to Lancaster Gate. Abandon C3 here and stay in Hyde Park heading east. Exit Hyde Park just before Marble Arch via the cycle crossing to Stanhope Pl, then back streets (LCN5) to Crawford St where the route becomes Cycleway 27. C27 is a bit of a let-down; no segregation, no protection at junctions. However it is a (nearly) straight route. At Gower St we leave C27 and use the segregated lanes on Torrington Place eastwards, these not having a cycleway designation (LCN6). Keeping going east we join a second stretch of well designed route, Cycleway 6 and turn south to and over Blackfriars Bridge. Last segment is on C14 most of the way to London Bridge. At an easy pace we can ride this loop in 3 hours including a coffee break. Bruce Leading, 14 miles. Route at https://www.google.com/maps/d/edit?mid=1qkrX4KxPAZfk9xDVDZM5tWq_oaj4kBQ&usp=sharing
Riders of all ages are welcome on Healthy Rides but under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult. Same for “adults at risk”. 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/. You can see our forward planning and also how many riders are registered here.

London Bridge to Spitalfields Old Market Healthy Ride
2024-03-30 10:00 - 12:30 | Southwark Needle, London Bridge Walk, London, United Kingdom
London Bridge to Spitalfields Old Market
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Jamie will lead a short ride to one of our favourite destinations. Start 10am, Southwark Needle, SE side London Bridge. Back by 12.30. Big loop probably including Covent Garden and Smithfields Market. Break at Spitalfields – even time for a bit of shopping! Mostly quiet streets, few major crossings, traffic usually light over Easter. Flat ride, easy pace, suitable for all levels of cyclist. Come and join us.

Annual Pre-Boat Race Ride
2024-03-23 10:00 - 16:00 | Waterloo Station, Waterloo Station, London, SE1 7ND, United Kingdom
Annual Pre-Boat Race Ride
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Here is the ride information drafted by Ride Leader Jamie. Please read carefully.
Coordinating Instructions and Timings
Riders will meet at 10.00am on Saturday 23rd March at the bottom of the steps outside and under the Waterloo Station Victory Arch that is 50 yards up on the right from where York Road meets Mepham Street and Cab Road just before the road bridge.
A short safety briefing will be given at 10.00am.
The ride should arrive back at Waterloo Station before 4pm.
Mission
To cycle the iconic 4.25 mile course of the 169th Oxford & Cambridge Boat Race up the Middlesex bank of the Thames from the Race start point at Putney embankment to the finish at Chiswick Bridge by Mortlake.
The race first started in 1845 and is always held on a flood tide with the crews rowing with the current. This years televised Boat race itself takes place on the following Saturday,30th March with the Women’s Race starting at 2.46pm followed by the Men’s Race starting at 3.46pm.
Route
This is a circular route that involves some great river views and enjoyable cycling in stages for about 20 miles in all. The route out is mostly along quieter roads and some river paths and is thus suitable for competent rider abilities.
The return route is predominantly on cycle lanes, via Hammersmith, Kensington Gardens, Buckingham Palace and back to Waterloo.
ROUTE OUT
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Rations and Water
We will stop at Waitrose for 15 minutes shortly after leaving Waterloo to purchase sandwiches etc for lunch before heading for the Race start point at Putney Pier.
Our 30 minute coffee stop will be at the stunning Bishops Palace on the northern river bank.
We will stop for lunch near the finish at Chiswick Bridge.
Checks and Equipment
Riders are urged to pre-check their bikes e.g. A = Air in tyres, B = Brakes, C= Chain & gears etc.
Riders are further advised to bring: a warm fleece, waterproof top/trousers & bike lock.
This ride is part of our regular programme of Saturday Healthy Rides, more information at https://southwarkcyclists.org.uk/healthy-rides/.

Ride the Cycleways between London Bridge and Greenwich
2024-03-23 10:00 - 12:30 | Peckham Rye Park Cafe, Strakers Road, London, SE15 3UA, United Kingdom
Ride the Cycleways between London Bridge and Greenwich
Please register on Eventbrite so we can limit numbers, link: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/cycleways-between-london-bridge-and-greenwich-tickets-863057146157
10am start, Southwark Gateway Needle, south side of London Bridge, close to London Bridge Station. Outward use Cycleway 4 now completely segregated from traffic all the way from Tower Bridge to Deptford Creek. Light segregation on first short section from London Bridge and final section off road to Cutty Sark. Return using Cycleway 10, joining at Creekside and leaving at Tower Bridge Road to get back to London Bridge via Bermondsey St. Each leg will take about 1 hour. Will allow 2½ hours so that we can have a break at Greenwich. This ride is on segregated cycleway, off road path or easy streets throughout and so is suitable for any level of cyclist and with plenty to see is family friendly. Bruce leading. Route maps at https://www.google.com/maps/d/edit?mid=1sARQBthP7PTc__s6eanTBKVk78FF224&usp=sharing.
This ride is part of our regular programme of Saturday Healthy Rides, more information at https://southwarkcyclists.org.uk/healthy-rides/.

Cemeteries and Hills Healthy Ride
2024-03-16 10:00 - 12:30 | Peckham Rye Park Cafe, Strakers Road, London, SE15 3UA, United Kingdom
Cemeteries and Hills Healthy Ride
NOTE. Please register on Eventbrite so we can limit numbers, link: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/cemeteries-and-hills-cycle-ride-tickets-857381891317
10 o’clock start from Peckham Rye Park Café. Bruce leading a new adventurous loop through Nunhead Cemetery, up Hilly Fields, then Brockley and Ladywell Cemetery and Camberwelll New Cemetery, up One Tree Hill, through Camberwell Old Cemetery and finally up Dawsons Heights. Only 8 miles, but several uphills where we may need to walk. Allowing 2½ hours, so plenty of time to walk steep bits and still have a short coffee break. Main adventurous bit is One Tree Hill. This is not a huge hill, but very steep. Paths are nice, but all have steps. If paths are slippery may need to park bikes and walk last sections. Worth it to see the “Oak of Honour” and the WWII gun emplacement. Everyone welcome. Come along and enjoy the challenge! Provisional map at https://www.google.com/maps/d/edit?mid=1tLnUmgp67E91V0Or5n19A5kvUswLINw&usp=sharing
This ride is part of a regular programme of Saturday rides, more information at https://southwarkcyclists.org.uk/healthy-rides/

Peckham to Kings Cross Healthy Ride
2024-03-16 09:30 - 12:30 | Peckham Square, SE15 5JR, 122 Peckham Hill Street, London, SE15 5JR, United Kingdom
Peckham to Kings Cross Healthy Ride
NOTE. Please register on Eventbrite so we can limit numbers, link: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/peckham-to-kings-cross-cycle-ride-tickets-857372092007
9.30am start from Peckham Square (next to Peckham Library and Peckham Pulse Leisure Centre, SE15 5RY). 3 hour ride to Kings Cross, Granary Square for a coffee break (in market, under cover) and a bit of a look round. Outward route Cycleways 10 & 6. Over Blackfriars Bridge. Farringdon then quiet streets and safe crossings to Kings Cross. Return leg will take a more easterly route with a bit of canal path. Southwark Bridge back to Peckham. Flat route with lots to see. Everyone welcome – come and join us. Amanda leading.
This ride is part of a regular programme of Saturday rides, more information at https://southwarkcyclists.org.uk/healthy-rides/

Cycleway 4 Celebration Ride
2024-03-10 12:00 - 16:00 | Cutty Sark Gardens, Next to the Cutty Sark, near the foot tunnel, London, Southwark, SE10 9HT, United Kingdom
Cycleway 4 Celebration Ride
The missing link on C4 at the Surrey Quays 1-way system is being finished this week. Completes a fully protected cycleway from Greenwich to Tower Bridge. Faster, safer journays every day for thousands of cyclists. Come amd celebrate on a joyous ride on Sunday 10th March. Departing Cutty Sark at 12 noon and ending in Southwark Park. Arrive from 11am and get your bike checked by Dr Bike. Jointly organisnsed by Southwark, Lewisham and Greenwich Cyclists please join us, bring family and friends, this should be a highlight of the year for cyclists in South London. Details of Southwark Cyclists feeder ride to the start (11am Peckham Rye Park Cafe) in the listings here.

Feeder Ride to C4 Celebration Ride
2024-03-10 10:00 - 23:00 | Peckham Rye Park Cafe, Strakers Road, London, SE15 3UA, United Kingdom
Feeder Ride to C4 Celebration Ride
Fully mashalled ride from Peckham Rye Park to the start of the Celebration Ride marking the opening of the missing section of Cyclway 4 at Surrey Quays (details here). We will take a safe route at an easy pace suitable for all ages and abilities. About 10km (6 miles). Will arrive at Cutty Sark in plenty of time for the celebratory ride to Southwark Park. For anyone who lould like a led ride back, please gather next to the bandstand at 2pm. Simon S. leading.

Ride to London Models at the Guildhall
2024-03-09 10:00 - 13:00 | Dulwich Clock Cafe, Dulwich Park SE21 7BQ, Dulwich Park Cafe, London, SE21 7EA, United Kingdom
Ride to London Models at the Guildhall
NOTE. Please register on Eventbrite so we can limit numbers, link: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/cycle-ride-to-london-models-at-the-guildhall-tickets-853031398877
We will ride to the Guildhall Library to have a look at the amazing models of London and the City of London which are exhibited there https://nla.london/exhibitions/the-city-model. Start in Dulwich Park, at the Café, 10am. Cross the river via London Bridge and then on the way back take Southwark Bridge and have the coffee stop in Burgess Park. Will take 2.5 – 3 hours, mainly because we will spend at least 20 minutes with the 2 models exhibited at the Guildhall. Mostly on quiet streets and Cycleways. Easy pace suitable for all levels of cyclist. Eva leading. Probable route at https://www.komoot.com/tour/1442856367?ref=wtd&share_token=[REDACTED]

Canada Water to the Thames Flood Barrier Healthy Ride
2024-03-09 10:00 - 12:30 | Canada Water, 21 Surrey Quays Road, London, Southwark, SE16 7AR, United Kingdom
Canada Water to the Flood Barrier
NOTE. Please register on Eventbrite so we can limit numbers, link: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/canada-water-to-thames-barrier-cycle-ride-tickets-853037878257

Easy, 13 mile, flat ride, mostly off road. Meet 10am in Deal Porter Square, Canada Water, next to library and opposite the station. Or join ride at Cutty Sark, be there at 10.25. Choice of routes to Greenwich, probably use C14 for part. Then Thames path past O2 to the Barrier. Return much the same way. Allowing 2½ hours so we can have a coffee break. Riding alongside the Thames is always a joy. Everyone welcome. Simon K. leading.
