Any One Any Bike: Wombling to Hampton Court
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Join us for a leisurely linear Sunday ride through some of the more famous open spaces and river trails of South West London, finishing at the historic Hampton Court Palace.
We’ll be taking cycle trails and quiet roads where possible at a fairly relaxed pace, so this event is open to members with all levels of experience.
Starting from Wimbledon Station, we'll ride north to the cycle trails of Wimbledon Common, passing the Wimbledon Windmill and Putney Heath. We’ll then head via quiet roads towards Richmond Park where we will cycle with the free roaming deer and take in the open views of West London. After heading west to Ham House we’ll then join the Thames Path past Teddington Weir to Kingston-upon-Thames where we’ll cross over the river and continue along the west bank to our final stop at Hampton Court Palace.
This is intended for anyone with a bike, though as this route uses unpaved cycle tracks in Wimbledon Common and gravelly riverside paths it may not be suitable for slick tyres on a road bike.
Returning Home
Hampton Court Palace is running a Tudor Jousting event for those wishing to finish their ride at Hampton Court. Trains run every 30 minutes into London Waterloo from Hampton Court Station.
For those wishing to continue riding further I'm offering an extension ride of 15 miles taking in Bushey Park, Crane River, Syon House, Osterley House and the Grand Junction Canal ending at Isleworth station, with the option to ride the 11 miles back to Westminster.


Food & drink
We'll stop along the way for a picnic so bring a packed lunch with you. There are also several food outlets at Hampton Court if you'd like something more substantial at the end of the ride. Remember to bring water and some snacks for the journey.