Thames Path cycle tour
Details
NOTE EVENTS ARE NOT EXCLUSIVE TO MEET UP SO DON'T WORRY ABOUT THE FEW ATTENDEES SHOWING
Summary:
Cycle the course of the famous Oxford v Cambridge boat race, see the grandeur of Richmond waterfront, enjoy the rural sights along to the majestic Hampton Court Palace, then finish through meadows and river locks.
Distance: 28 miles
Terrain: Flat
Path/Road: 3 miles of road, rest is path. Some of the path is quite rutted so thin road bike tyres won't be too comfortable.
Physical difficulty: Easy to Moderate, 3.5 hours cycling at a manageable pace. You must be competent on a bike and have cycled similar distances.
Duration: 10am – 4pm
Cost: £30
Itinerary:
The Thames Path stretches from the Thames Barrier in the East to Cricklade, the source of the Thames in the West.
On this stretch from Putney to Staines you will cycle the course of the famous Oxford v Cambridge boat race, and enjoy the grandeur of Richmond waterfront. You’ll have time here to explore the Farmer’s Market.
Moving on the route becomes more rural as you reach the majestic Hampton Court Palace, and then finish through meadows, and idyllic waterfront communities. The route is alive with people enjoying the river, both on it and off: rowers, sailors, walkers and cyclists.
Lunch is at The Angler's pub in Walton on Thames. A stunning riverside location.
At the end of the tour we’ll head back on the train to return the hire bikes or feel free to find your own way home.
There will be rest stops along the way, taking in the glorious riverside hospitality.
Bike hire:
We can arrange - £20 for the day (not included, contact us if you need to hire)
Start and finish:
Start at Putney train station.
Finish at Staines train station.
Direct trains back to Putney to return hire bike or regular trains to Waterloo.
Included:
Fully guided tour
Places of interest pointed out
Basic tool kit carried to undertake minor repairs
Accident insurance cover
Trained first aider
Not Included:
Cost of train travel
Refund policy:
Contact us to cancel 2 weeks before event 100% refund, 1 week 50%, 2 days 25%, less than 2 days 0%