Updated information: change of start location and end time.

The Great River Race by Bike

NOTE. Please register for rides on Eventbrite so we can limit numbers, link < https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-great-river-race-2026-by-bike-tickets-2000146652480?aff=oddtdtcreator >

The Great Thames River Race takes place every September with 300 or more human-powered craft of all shapes and sizes that race with the tide from Millwall Slipway to Ham, nr Richmond.
Mission
To cycle the 25 mile river route that the Great River Race crews take.
Coordinating Instructions and Timings.
Riders will meet at 10.00am on Saturday 10.00am on Saturday 12^th Sept 2026 at the bottom of the steps outside and under the Waterloo Station Victory Arch Clock that is 50 yards up on the right from where York Road meets Mepham Street and Cab Road.
A short safety brief will be given at the meeting RV point before departing.  
The ride should finish at Richmond Station approx 3.30pm where riders can get a train back to Waterloo Station.
Please note this is an approximate finish time that cannot be guaranteed if we are subject to unforeseen events. This ride is not suitable for riders with pressing agendas.

Rations and Water
There will be a coffee stop at Wandsworth Park Cafe en route.
There will also be a chance later to buy a snack etc when we reach Richmond where we will have an extended lunch overlooking the River Racing before we head for the finish at Ham.
Checks and Equipment
Riders are urged to pre-check their bikes e.g. A = Air in tyres, B = Brakes, C= Chain & gears etc, with no play in steering.
The river route can be gusty thus Riders are advised to bring: a warm fleece, waterproof top/trousers.

Ride Leader: Jamie, 07976 803741

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 organised by Southwark Cyclists, more information at https://southwarkcyclists.org.uk/healthy-rides/.