Bike ride to Abbey Mills, Wimbledon Common and back to Hammersmith
A leisurely ride for all to go South of the River along the Wandle Trail.
Meet at Brook Green W6 7BD, beside the tennis courts from 9:50 am for an 10:00 am cycle briefing. We will ride to Abbey Mills via Wandle Trail, Wimbledon Common, and back to Hammersmith at a slow leisurely pace, approximately 10-11 m/h. This ride is about 22 miles and combines busy roads, smaller quieter roads, and cycling through beautiful parks and on cycle paths.
Our route takes us through Barons Court, South Fulham, crossing at Wandsworth Bridge before continuing to Wandle Trail. The Wandle Trail is a 12.5-mile walking and cycling trail that follows the River Wandle from Croydon to Wandsworth in south-west London. The trail will take us to Abbey Mills. Merton Abbey Mills is a former textile factory in the parish of Merton in London, England near the site of the medieval Merton Priory, now the home of a variety of businesses, mostly retailers.
We will stop for refreshments at Abbey Mills. We would like to encourage riders to bring snacks and drinks. Refreshments are available to purchase from the cafe.
The return journey takes us through Merton, Wimbledon Common and back to Brook Green.
Join us for another joyful ride in the company of like-minded people.
Ride Leader: Lorne; Route: https://www.komoot.com/tour/1510342325
Film & Photography Consent
We take pictures during the ride. If you are coming to the ride you consent to your photographs being used to promote HFC’s aims and work. To opt out please speak to a ride marshal on the day.
As part of our agreed fundraising, if you wish to donate a Pound or more on this ride, please bring along a £1 coin or cash as required.
Bring locks, lights and carry a spare inner tube or a puncture repair kit. Bring a rain jacket just in case.
If you sign up for this ride and find out that you are unable to come, text 07505 005689 to let us know.
OMA Bikes omabikes.co.uk will be providing support in case you need assistance with a puncture repair.
This ride is being put on by Hammersmith & Fulham Cycling which is part of the London Cycling Campaign.
We may contact you after the ride to ask you about your experiences and will let you know more ways to sign up for information from the London Cycling Campaign.
