Southwark Park-Tower Bridge-Burgess Park Healthy Ride
2026-06-20 10:00 - 12:15 (Europe/London) | Canada Water, 21 Surrey Quays Road, London, Southwark, SE16 7AR, United Kingdom
Southwark Park-Tower Bridge-Burgess Park Circuit
NOTE. You must register on Eventbrite so we can limit numbers, link: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/southwark-park-tower-bridge-burgess-park-cycle-ride-tickets-1991952986003?aff=oddtdtcreator
Meet at 10am in Deal Porter Square next to Canada Water Library and opposite Canada Water Station. Finish back there at 12.15. Head first to Southwark Park then via the Bandstand to the Thames at the Angel Pub. Follow the Thames Path route upstream to Butlers Wharf for great views of Tower Bridge. Continue to Potters Field for more bridge views then head inland to Burgess Park via Bermondsey Street and Elephant Park. Ride west to Addington Square then east to the Stomping Grounds Café for a short break. Refreshed, ride past the lake and exit the park to Glengall Rd. Join Cycleway 10 and continue east past the Millwall Stadium and then north to the Hawkstone Rd entrance to Southwark Park. Ride past another lake and the cafe before crossing to Surrey Quays Shopping Centre and returning to Deal Porter Square. Bruce leading. Lots to see on this ride. Will you spot a Glass Blowing Workshop and a Lime Kiln? Route map: https://www.google.com/maps/d/edit?mid=1IhEBEfh1w9LWvFcDd0Uy2tmulg4uDRs&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”. 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. This ride is part of a regular programme of Saturday rides, more information at https://southwarkcyclists.org.uk/healthy-rides/.

Thames Crossings Ride East from Canada Water - Healthy Ride
2026-07-04 09:30 - 14:30 | Canada Water, 21 Surrey Quays Road, London, Southwark, SE16 7AR, United Kingdom
Thames Crossings Ride East from Canada Water
Please register for rides on Eventbrite so we can limit numbers, link: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/thames-crossings-cycle-ride-east-from-canada-water-tickets-1992859257686?aff=oddtdtcreator
This is a new route devised by Gloria. A novel Thames loop using the Woolwich Ferry outbound and the Shuttle Bus for the return. Due to the limited capacity of the bus there will only be 7 tickets for full-size bikes plus another 8 for folding bikes. Note, not sure how the Wait list will operate with 2 types of ticket. Email healthy.rider@mailfence.com.
Meet in Deal Porter Square next to Canada Water Library at 9.30. Take an inland route via The Den (Cycleway 10), through a section of Brookmill Park, on to Blackheath and Charlton. Reach the Thames at Woolwich and if time do a stretch of the Thames Path to Galleons Reach and the Tor. Return to Woolwich Arsenal and take a break before boarding the Woolwich Ferry to Silvertown. Head east via Barrier Park to the Shuttle Bus stop for the Silvertown Tunnel to North Greenwich. Final stretch Thames Path to Greenwich, then a bit of Cycleway 4 to Grove St where will turn off and take a quiet route on to Canada Water.
There is about 20 miles of cycling including some hills. With the crossings may not be back before 2.30 pm. Forecast is for 29 degrees so dress appropriately, apply sun cream and bring water (also snacks as long ride).
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/.

Burgess Park to Albert Bridge Healthy Ride
2026-07-04 10:00 - 12:30 | Burgess Park Cafe, Chumleigh Gardens, London, SE5 0RJ, United Kingdom
Burgess Park to Albert Bridge
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Albert Bridge was recently found to be damaged by all the motor traffic and is now bikes and peds only. Yipee! It will probably get fixed, so let’s ride there while it is traffic free. Meet Burgess Park, Stomping Grounds Café, 10am. 11 mile circuit. Plan to be back at Burgess Park for 12.30. Start heading west to Myatts Fields, then across Stockwell (think bus garage) to Larkhall Park. Continue using newish cycle tracks on Thessaly Rd to Battersea Power Station and Battersea Park. Good place for a coffee before we cross Albert Bridge and take some photos. Return route will go along embankment to Lupus St, then quietish streets to Horseferry Rd and Lambeth Bridge. Lambeth Bridge has been much improved, new cycle lanes and the ridiculous roundabout on south side replaced by a cross roads. From this point cross to Old Paradise Gardens (think hidden gem) and Damien Hirst’s Newport Street Gallery and into Lambeth Walk (please rehearse the song). Across to Geraldine Mary Harmsworth Park taking care when passing the Imperial War Museum’s BIG gun. Then west bypass of the Elephant, bit of cycleway 17 and back to our starting point in Burgess Park. Loads to see on this ride and very few tricky bits. A good ride for less experienced riders. Bruce leading. Route map at https://www.google.com/maps/d/edit?mid=1v7h_Oe7VYf2EQwpTqWRUklrQa7WiR64&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”. 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/.

Upper Plumstead Loop Healthy Ride
2026-07-11 10:00 - 13:00 | Cutty Sark Gardens, Next to the Cutty Sark, near the foot tunnel, London, Southwark, SE10 9HT, United Kingdom
Upper Plumstead Loop Healthy Ride
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Start 10am at the Cutty Sark next to the Tunnel entrance. Head up to Greenwich hill, through the park onto Charlton House and Park. The ride continues past the Queen Elizabeth Hospital on to HaHa Road, across Woolwich Common, past the Royal Military Academy (now housing), turning onto Herbert road and down Sandy Hill road. After reaching Woolwich Arsenal will stop for a coffee break and then ride back to Greenwich via Woolwich Road, which now has relatively new cycle lanes (some construction still) most of the way back to Greenwich town centre. The duration of this ride will be around 3 hours, getting back to Cutty Sark at 1pm. Mike K. leading.
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. These rides are part of a regular programme of Saturday rides, more information at https://southwarkcyclists.org.uk/healthy-rides/

Harold Wood to Waltham Cross Healthy Ride
2026-07-11 10:00 - 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 10am for a prompt start. For those training for a long charity ride Google says from London Bridge 17 miles/ !h 32 min.
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.
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. These rides are part of a regular programme of Saturday rides, more information at https://southwarkcyclists.org.uk/healthy-rides/.
GPX file of route: From_Harold_Wood_to_Waltham_Cross_2

Cutty Sark to Cody Dock Healthy Ride
2026-07-18 09:30 - 13:30 | Cutty Sark Gardens, Next to the Cutty Sark, near the foot tunnel, London, Southwark, SE10 9HT, United Kingdom
Cutty Sark to Cody Dock
IMPORTANT. Please register for the ride on Eventbrite so we can limit numbers, link: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/greenwich-to-cody-dock-cycle-ride-tickets-1993621340095?aff=oddtdtcreator
9.30 start (not more usual 10am) from Cutty Sark, next to the tunnel entrance. Amanda leading a cross river circuit to Cody Dock. Cody Dock is run as a charitable Social Enterprise with the aim of regenerating the dock and surrounding waterways (see https://codydock.org.uk). What has been created is quite special. And it includes a Cafe where we will take a break. We plan to use the “by air and by sea” route. Outward will go to the Cable Car at the O2 via the Thames path, then fly across the river and head for Cody Dock. Return will be via the free Woolwich Ferry followed by the Thames path back to Greenwich. If short of time will return via Isle of Dogs and use DLR from Mudchute to cross the river. Bring Travel Card etc. for the Cable car (full fare is £7). Aim is to be back by 1.30pm.
Please note. Electric bikes are not allowed on the cable car. E-bike riders can use Shuttle Bus instead. Meet at start (9.30, Cutty Sark) ride to the O2. Rejoin group at exit from cable car.
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/.

Butterfly-themed Healthy Ride
2026-07-18 10:00 - 12:00 | 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
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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
IMPORTANT. Please register for rides on Eventbrite so we can limit numbers, link: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/harold-wood-to-waltham-cross-ride-tickets-1994136249202?aff=oddtdtcreator
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/.
