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Top Cycle Routes within an Hour of London                              Bookmark and Share 


Cycling is a fantastic hobby for everyone and a great way to spend time with your partner, family and friends. If you fancy escaping the busy streets of London, grab your bike and check out some of our top cycle routes close to London; suitable for beginners and advanced cyclists alike.

Before taking part in any cycling activity it is important to kit yourself out with the safest and most suitable gear. A helmet is essential for safety, but also consider investing in cycling shoes, a water bottle and a speedometer to enhance your trip, all accessories are readily available at online bike shops uk.

Tower Bridge to Woolwich – Distance: 11 miles (17.70km) / Duration: 1hr 20 minutes

This cycle route is a great chance to take in some of the historic and tourist sites of London.
Cycle around South East London, past docks and surrounding parks, begin at the famous Tower Bridge and weave towards Maritime Greenwich. Within this route you will pass old waterfront warehouses, some derelict and some converted into stunning modern apartments, you will also pedal through narrow streets and old alley ways until you reach the Cutty Sark National Maritime Museum where you can take in some history and culture. If you feel like taking on an extra challenge you can climb up the hill to visit the Royal Observatory.



Hampton Court to Putney Bridge – Distance: 13 miles (20km) / Duration 1hr 35 minutes
The South West of London is a beautifully scenic area full of history and grandeur.
Follow this route for a journey where you will pedal through Hampton Court Palace, through the pedestrian town of Kingston upon Thames via the river and the wilderness of the Richmond Park, finishing at Barnes which is situated right next to Wetland Trust. A great day out for beginners and advanced cyclists a like.



Tamsin Train in Richmond Park – Distance: 7 miles (11km) / Duration 54 minutes
If the wilderness of South West London still takes your fancy, then try out this beautiful circular route away from the hustle and bustle of London. This route is mostly car free, which encourages any cyclist to discover the parks and attractions nearby, such as the Isabella Plantation and Pembroke Lodge. As this is a short route it can easily be combined with other cycle links inside and outside Richmond Park, such as Barnes and Putney which is situated to the East.




Brentford to Little Venice – Distance: 17.90 miles (28.8 km) / Duration 3 hours
Take yourself out of the busy streets of London to enjoy a car free route through the centre of town via picturesque pubs, quaint cafes and quirky shops. This cycle ride is fairly long distance, if this feels too much for you then consider doing sections of it for an enjoyable day out with family or friends, or if you fancy a challenge try the entire route in one go!



Galleries of the East End – Distance: 3.98 miles (6.4km) / Duration: 3 hours (includes gallery visits)
This is a cycle route for those looking to take in some culture and visit some of the wonderful galleries in London. The distance provides little physical challenge, instead offering the unique opportunity to journey through the artist capital of East London, starting with Wharf Road Galleries, moving on to Regent’s Studios, Vyner Street Studies, Mile End Art Pavilion and finishing off at the Limehouse Gallery.



Thames Valley Cycleway – Distance: 99 miles (159.32km) / Duration: 1 – 2 days
For the hard core cyclists out there this route is a fantastic way to take on a new challenge and escape the city rush of London. You can decide to take on the whole route, or instead just choose parts to complete. The route will take you along the Thames via Richmond and the beautiful Hampton Court, moving on to Windsor and Eton. You will then head on through Maidenhead and Reading, reaching the stunning Chiltern Hills; finishing off your ride within the historic town of Oxford. Quite the trip!


As this journey can take up to a couple of days, you might find yourself riding later at night.
Be safety conscious and always make sure your bike lights are working properly for this eventuality.
 


 


 

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