free sociable cycle rides Sat June 29th (one short and easy, the other less so)

[Sally Eva]

On the 29th June we have two very different rides, one a short , easy loop along the Thames, the other an all day outing to Richmond Park.

NOTE. Please register for rides on Eventbrite so we can limit numbers, links below.

Ride 1. Thames loop from Canada Water.   < https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/thames-loop-cycle-ride-from-canada-water-tickets-930109942877 >

 A favourite short ride, this anti-clockwise loop follows the Thames on both banks. Lots of history and always something new to see. 10am to 12.30pm. Start/finish Deal Porter Square, opposite Canada Water Station, SE16 7AR. Easy 11 mile ride using DLR to cross river at Greenwich (travel pass or equivalent needed) and returning over London Bridge.  Route includes Russia Woodland, Greenland Dock, Deptford Historic Waterfront, Narrow St (Wapping), Shadwell Basin, Canal-side paths to St Katherines and the Monument. Coffee stop on return leg (probably Bartons, Dockhead). 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

Ride 2. Waterloo to Richmond Park and Twickenham.  < https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/waterloo-to-twickenham-cycle-ride-tickets-930112179567 >

Ride details from Ride leader Jamie in his inimitable style. Note early 9.30 start time.

Mission To cycle from Waterloo Station to Richmond Park, Richmond Bridge, Marble Hill, Eel Pie Island and Twickenham Station from where we will catch a train back to Waterloo Station.

Coordinating Instructions and Timings  Riders will meet at 9.30am on Saturday 29th June 2024 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. A short safety brief will be given at the meeting RV point before departing. We envisage being back at Waterloo by approximately 3pm trains permitting.

 Route This is a relaxed and social ride that involves some very enjoyable cycling in stages for about 20 miles. Much of our route is on quiet, vehicle-free roads with some use of riverside paths.

Checks and Equipment Riders are advised to pre-check their bikes before the ride. ABC bike safety checks. Air/Brakes/Chain/Drive. Also check for play in wheels. Riders are further advised to bring: - a warm fleece, waterproofs, puncture canister, bike lock, bike pump and water bottle.

Rations and Water There will be a coffee stop and we will lunch at Pembroke Lodge Café in Richmond Park. Riders are also welcome to bring their own picnic lunch/snack should they wish.

Contact Please feel free to contact me with any queries regarding this event on 07976 803741 or at [email protected]

Note from Rides Coordinator: this is a long ride and will include some towpath. Riders need to be experienced enough to cope, 

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Riders of all ages are welcome on Healthy Rides but under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult.  Same for “adults at risk”.

 

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.

These rides are part of a regular programme of Saturday rides, more information at https://southwarkcyclists.org.uk/healthy-rides/. 

 

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