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NOTE. Please register for rides on Eventbrite so we can limit numbers, links below. On the 20th we have 2 rides planned. Jamie and Simon K are doing the marathon while Bruce has a definitely non-marathon short ride to Regents Park. Ride 1. Ride the Marathon Course. < https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/ride-the-marathon-course-tickets-883116253487 > 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 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. Ride 2. London Bridge to Regents Park < https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/london-bridge-to-regents-park-cycle-ride-tickets-883108610627 > Bruce leading. Start 10am, Southwark Needle, south side of London Bridge. Bruce leading.. Finish back at London Bridge by 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”. 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/.

NOTE. Please register on Eventbrite so we can limit numbers, links below On the 13th we have 2 rides planned. Bruce has a ride to find guide dogs and John S. has a ride into the past – 1814 to be precise. Ride 1. The Guide Dogs at Canary Wharf < https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-guide-dog-statues-at-canary-wharf-tickets-878694447747 > 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 Ride 2. South of the River in 1814 <https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/south-of-the-river-in-1814-cycle-ride-tickets-878710024337> Start 10am, Deal Porter Square, next to Canada Water Library and opposite CW Station. This short (13 mile), 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. This 1814 ride from Canada Water has been devised by John Sutton who will be leading. 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/. Future/provisional ride ideas can be viewed on our planning spreadsheet.

NOTE. Please register for rides on Eventbrite so we can limit numbers, links below. It is important that you give all the required information. Otherwise you are counted as a registrant but no details at all are displayed. I then have no way of knowing if the registration is genuine. On Saturday April 6th we are planning two rides, a short ride from Dulwich and a longer ride from Peckham Ride 1. Dulwich to Vauxhall Bridge via the River Effra Valley < https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/dulwich-to-vauxhall-bridge-via-the-river-effra-valley-cycle-ride-tickets-874838564697 > 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 Ride 2. A Celebration of Elm Trees < https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/cycle-ride-in-celebration-of-elm-trees-tickets-874840259767 > 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 Always give way to pedestrians and to other cyclists so all path users feel safe. 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. --

Please register on Eventbrite so we can limit numbers, link below. Special Easter Monday (April 1st) Ride. Buildings Listed for 2024 Architecture Awards. < https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/buildings-listed-for-2024-architecture-awards-cycle-ride-tickets-872831872627 > 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, SE side London Bridge, close to London Bridge Station. 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. Riders of all ages are welcome on these 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/ These rides are 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. --

Extra ride for Easter Saturday, March 30th. < https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/london-bridge-to-spitalfields-old-market-cycle-ride-tickets-871056803347> London Bridge to Spitalfields Old Market. Jamie will lead a short ride to one of our favourite destinations. Start 10am, Southwark Needle, SE side London Bridge, close to London Bridge Station. Back by 12.30. Big loop probably including Covent Garden and Leadenhall 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. Note still a few spaces on the other Easter Sat ride. London Bridge-Kensington Gardens Loop < https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/london-bridge-to-kensington-gardens-circular-cycle-ride-tickets-868586835607 > Same 10am, London Bridge start, Bruce leading, longer ride (14 miles, 1pm finish). 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 our 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. --

Over the Easter weekend we are planning two rides, one on Saturday 30th and one on April 1st (Easter Monday). Easter Monday ride will look at some of the seventy-six projects shortlisted for the RIBA London Awards 2024. Werner is sorting out a route and details will be posted later. Here we are just posting my ride on the 30th March. This will be a Central London circuit using lots of Cycleway. Easter Saturday (March 30th) Ride. London Bridge-Kensington Gardens Loop < https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/london-bridge-to-kensington-gardens-circular-cycle-ride-tickets-868586835607 > 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”. 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. Note. Ride reports, often with photos and route maps, are posted to the Southwark Cyclists web site, yearly index links at https://southwarkcyclists.org.uk/healthy-rides/. --

On the 23rd we have 2 rides planned. Bruce has a new short ride showcasing the no longer missing link of Cycleway 4, Jamie leads his annual pre-boatrace all day outing. Ride 1. Annual Southwark Cyclists Pre-Boat Race ride < https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/annual-southwark-cyclists-pre-boat-race-ride-tickets-863062462057 > 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 https://www.komoot.com/tour/1452249017?ref=wtd&share_token=aAZcZBqakaT3p3XlhoSrl2uPTtJzoys7tG9bc57OYiBvOEwchY ROUTE BACK https://www.komoot.com/tour/1452256641?ref=wtd&share_token=aUesplhnMEtNMXk3U7wdy9Bm1phhM8znXypOGmkqDuF9ZH5de9 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. Ride 2. Cycleways between London Bridge and Greenwich < 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. Always give way to pedestrians and to other cyclists so all path users feel safe. 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/. --

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On the 16th we have 2 rides planned. Bruce has a new short ride, Amanda leads one of her regular rides to Kings Cross. Ride 1. Cemeteries and Hills < 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 Ride 2. Peckham to Kings Cross < 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, come and join us. Amanda leading. Always give way to pedestrians and to other cyclists so all path users feel safe. 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/. --

On the 9th we have 2 rides planned. Eva has a new ride from Dulwich to the City, Simon K, has a favourite Thames-side ride to the Flood Barrier. Ride 1. London Models at the Guildhall < 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=afgjnD7miWntfW9P4FfWbr34afO0b6YEy1F3i6q0ZD9rY3thnp Ride 2. Canada Water to the Thames Flood Barrier < 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. This ride is part of a regular programme of Saturday rides, more information at https://southwarkcyclists.org.uk/healthy-rides/. --

Important news: The opening of Cycleway 4 through Surrey Quays. This missing section of C4 is due to open shortly. Southwark Cyclists, together with Greenwich and Lewisham Cyclists, are planning a ride to celebrate this long-awaited development on March 10th. We hope councillors and possibly the London Cycling Commissioner will attend, Assemble at the Cutty Sark from 11.00am, Depart at 12.00, Arrival at Southwark Park from 12.30. We are planning a feeder ride from Peckham Rye Park Café leaving at 10am. Anyone who can help with marshalling let me or Simon S know (can email me at [email protected]).

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There are again two contrasting rides on March 2nd, a 4-4½ hour one from London Bridge to Alexandra Palace with a 9.30 start and a 2-2½ hour, 10 o’clock ride hunting dragons in the City. Ride 1. Mar 2nd. London Bridge to Alexandra Palace < https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/london-bridge-to-alexandra-palace-tickets-845315079157 > Ally Pally was 150 years old last year. We missed the anniversary but now intend to make up for that with a ride celebrating its 151st year. Start 9.30am, Southwark Gateway Needle, south side of London Bridge. Simon S. leading and aiming to get back around 1.30pm but please allow for a 2pm finish in your onward plans. 32 km (19 miles) and quite hilly. Route full of interest. Outward via Clissold Park, Woodberry Wetlands and Finsbury Park. Return via lovely off road Parkland Walk from Highgate to Finsbury Park, Emirates Stadium and Clerkenwell. Note Parkland Walk is unsurfaced and a bit bumpy. Last did this ride in Oct 2022, see report. Probable route: https://www.google.com/maps/d/edit?mid=1dnv6oM24W_KdAC159KSjM671i69IjW7d&usp=sharing. Ride 2, Mar 2nd. Here be Dragons Ride. < https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/here-be-dragons-ride-tickets-845317406117 > Start 10am, Southwark Gateway Needle, south side of London Bridge. Aim to finish 12.30. Ride leader Jane says “It's the year of the dragon so let's do a tour of the 14 Dragons marking the City of London Boundary (or as many as we can find). Approximately 10km, usual easy-going pace, mostly flat, stopping for photos if necessary - coffee stop if we can find somewhere open!”. A 10km ride suitable for all types of cyclists and bikes. Everyone welcome. Likely route: https://www.google.com/maps/d/viewer?ie=UTF8&oe=UTF8&msa=0&mid=1x1ipXzPFsKg1MXzAC6qwqPHo7RI&ll=51.51497477010249%2C-0.0932499999999914&z=15 Always give way to pedestrians and to other cyclists so all path users feel safe. 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 links 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/. --

I've run before sunrise (elderly woman wearing thick unflattering , but warm, gear.) I haven't noticed this guy. Is the earlier daylight improving things?