Butterfly-themed Healthy Ride
2026-07-18 10:00 - 12:00 (Europe/London) | Canada Water, 21 Surrey Quays Road, London, Southwark, SE16 7AR, United Kingdom
Butterfly-themed Healthy Ride
IMPORTANT. Please register for the ride on Eventbrite so we can limit numbers, link: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/butterfly-themed-southwark-healthy-ride-tickets-1993834377295?aff=oddtdtcreator
Start/finish Deal Porter Square, next to Canada Water Library and opposite Canada Water Station. Bruce leading his award winning 8 mile ride through open spaces where hopefully we will see some butterflies. Ride coincides with the Big Butterfly Count. We will not be counting but will visit good places to count if you are inspired to return. Main sites to be visited will be Russia Dock Woodland and Southwark Park. Easy ride with plenty of time allowed for looking for butterflies. More information about the Big Butterfly Count at https://bigbutterflycount.butterfly-conservation.org/.
Riders of all ages are welcome on Southwark 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 finish times are approximate and it is best not to schedule something immediately after the ride; give yourself an allowance for mechanical or other problems on the ride. These rides are part of a regular programme of Saturday rides, more information at https://southwarkcyclists.org.uk/healthy-rides/.

Thames Loop from Canada Water - Healthy Ride
2026-07-25 10:00 - 12:30 | Canada Water, 21 Surrey Quays Road, London, Southwark, SE16 7AR, United Kingdom
Thames Loop from Canada Water
IMPORTANT. Please register for the ride on Eventbrite so we can limit numbers, link: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/thames-loop-cycle-ride-from-canada-water-tickets-1994572836045?aff=oddtdtcreator
Always something new to see on this favourite short anti-clockwise loop that follows the Thames on both banks. An easy 11 mile ride we use DLR to cross river at Greenwich (travel pass or equivalent needed) and return over London Bridge. Meet up 10am in Deal Porter Square, opposite Canada Water Station and next to Canada Water Library. Route includes Russia Woodland, Deptford Historic Waterfront, Shadwell Basin and canal-side paths to St Katherines Dock. Coffee stop on return leg. No hills, mostly off road, cycle lanes or quiet streets. Simon K. leading. It will be possible to join the ride at Greenwich Station. Meet 10.25am outside the front of the station on Greenwich High Rd, near the Novotel (not by the DLR entrance). Please indicate on the registration form that you will be joining at Greenwich. Map of probable route here: https://www.google.com/maps/d/u/0/edit?mid=1YputxtQpk_g_BVhieMCuf9HAtWs&usp=sharing
Riders of all ages are welcome on Southwark 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 finish times are approximate and it is best not to schedule something immediately after the ride; give yourself an allowance for mechanical or other problems on the ride. These rides are part of a regular programme of Saturday rides, more information at https://southwarkcyclists.org.uk/healthy-rides/.

Awayday Cycle Ride from Whitstable to Ramsgate
2026-07-25 10:00 - 17:30 | Whitstable Station, 26 Railway Avenue, Whitstable, CT5 1LH, United Kingdom
Awayday Cycle Ride from Whitstable to Ramsgate
IMPORTANT. Please register for rides on Eventbrite so we can limit numbers, link: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/awayday-cycle-ride-from-whitstable-to-ramsgate-tickets-1992993066913?aff=oddtdtcreator
Mission
To cycle the iconic Viking Coast in stages via Whitstable, Swale Cliffe, Herne Bay, Reculver Towers, Minnis Bay, Birchington, Westgate on Sea, Broadstairs, Botany Bay Beach to reach Ramsgate covering a total distance of about 32 miles in all. This pleasant ride is suitable for fit and experienced riders.
Coordinating Instructions and Timings
The Ride will depart from Whitstable Station at 10.00am sharp on Saturday 25th July and is expected to finish at Ramsgate Station by approx. 5.30pm.
Please note that the finish time cannot be guaranteed in the event of unforeseen issues on the day. This is not a suitable ride for riders with tight agendas that evening.
Transport
Riders are advised to book their outward rail ticket to Whitstable and return from Ramsgate as soon as possible.
Rations and Water
We will stop for 1.5hrs for lunch at the Minnis Bay Bar Brasserie. Riders are also welcome to bring their own picnics. Minnis Bay and Broadstairs are good for swimming. Minnis Bay Low Tide at 16.13 or Broadstairs Low tide at 16.18
Time permitting, we will also stop for a cup of tea at Broadstairs.
ABC bike checks
Riders are urged to conduct a basic ABC pre-check before the event. A = Air in tyres, B = Brakes, C= Chain & gears etc and no-play in steering.
Equipment
Riders are advised to bring: Water bottle, fleece, waterproof jacket & trousers, swim kit and bike lock.
Communications
Feel free to contact Jamie with any queries by phone: 07976 803741.
General
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: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/help/en-gb/articles/557726/how-to-cancel-or-delete-a-free-order/. This ride is part of a regular programme of Saturday rides organised by Southwark Cyclists, more information at https://southwarkcyclists.org.uk/

Harold Wood to Waltham Cross Healthy Ride
2026-08-08 09:30 - 14:00 | Harold Wood Station, Gubbins Lane, Harold Wood, Greater London, London, RM3 0BL, United Kingdom
Harold Wood to Waltham Cross Healthy Ride
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Another Essex adventure devised by Owen. The ride starts at Harold Wood station on the Elizabeth line (Station step free, Zone 6, 35 min from Liverpool St). Meet 9.30am for a prompt start (note change of time from 11 July).
Harold Wood and neighbouring Harold Hill are named after Harold Godwinson, king Harold 2 the last Anglo Saxon king of England. From Harold Wood we head toward Harold Hill Central Park. From there we climb up towards Havering-atte-Bower stopping at Bedfords Park Visitor’s Centre with a deer sanctuary and magnificent views of Central London. We then ride along Wellingtonia Avenue with its majestic giant Sequoia trees. This area has the second largest plantation of giant redwood trees in the country. The ride then passes through Havering Country Park, Hainault Forest, Chigwell Row, Chigwell, Loughton, and then Epping Forest where we will take another break. From there we head to Waltham Abbey and the memorial to King Harold 2. If we have time we’ll stop by the Lee Valley White Water Centre before heading down the Lee Valley Navigation and then towards Turkey Street station on the Weaver line where the ride ends. Estimated finish time 2pm. Note Turkey St Station is not step free. Nearest step free option is Edmonton Green, 4 miles down the A10.
This ride is 40km long and requires a reasonable level of fitness as there are a few gentle hills. It includes about 7km on unpaved paths which makes the ride ideal for gravel bikes, mountain bikes and hybrid bikes. Unfortunately this ride is not recommended for road bikes or Bromptons. GPX file available, From_Harold_Wood_to_Waltham_Cross_2.gpx
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. These rides are part of a regular programme of Saturday rides, more information at https://southwarkcyclists.org.uk/healthy-rides/.
