Newham “Call the Midwife” ride
A relaxed 17km/10 mile circular ride exploring the Poplar area of Tower Hamlets where the Call the Midwife stories originate from. The ride is
mainly on quiet streets, cycle and pedestrian only paths and cycle lanes. There is a small section along a major road which is a cycle route and
small sections of canal side cycling.
We will stop for coffee at The Ledger Building/Museum of Docklands then continue to Pepper Street/Cross Harbour where we will have a
lunch stop. Lunch can be bought from one of the cafes there, the Tesco Supermarket or Asda Isle of Dogs. There is also seating available for those
who bring their own food.
Families are welcome but children under 16 must be accompanied by and adult at all times. Children need to be riding without stabilisers and
maintain an average speed of 5 miles per hour. It is possible to leave the ride early and return from Crossharbour DLR station at the lunch stop.
Please inform the ride leader on the day if you are leaving the ride.
Newham Cyclists will come equipped to cope with minor running repairs such as punctures and brake adjustments.
Please book to guarantee a place. If you have not booked by the day of the ride, please come to the start point to see if there are places available.