Cycle & Chill: Richmond Park to the Thames with Frisbee Fun! 🚴‍♂️🌳 ☕️🍰🍻

Cycle & Chill: Richmond Park to the Thames with Frisbee Fun! 🚴‍♂️🌳

📅 Date: Saturday, 12:00 PM
📍 Meeting Point: Gail’s Bakery – 9 High Street Wimbledon, London SW19 5DX

Join us for a relaxed bike ride through London’s greenest spots, with good company, beautiful scenery, and a touch of fun! We’ll kick off the day with a coffee and pastry at Gail’s Bakery to get to know each other before setting off on our adventure. Our route takes us through Richmond Park, alongside the Thames Path from Barnes Bridge to Putney Bridge, and wraps up with a picnic and frisbee session in Wimbledon Park.

🚴 Route: Approximately 40 km, mostly through parks and bike paths – minimal city riding, maximum nature! Perfect for beginners and seasoned cyclists alike.
⏳ Duration: Around 6 hours, including breaks for coffee, picnic, and games.

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🛑 Itinerary:

1. 12:00 PM – Meet up at Gail’s Bakery for coffee, pastries, and introductions.
2. Ride through Richmond Park – Beautiful scenery, relaxed pace.
3. Along the Thames from Barnes Bridge to Putney Bridge – Peaceful riverside ride.
4. Stop at Wimbledon Park – Picnic, frisbee, board games, and some chill time.
5. Return to the starting point – Full of good vibes and new connections!

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🎒 What to Bring:
• A working bike (MTB, trekking, or electric – any will do!)
• Some cash for coffee, snacks, or lunch.
• Frisbee, board games, or anything fun for the park.
• A light sweater – it might get breezy by the river.
• Optional: A helmet for extra safety.

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✅ Rules and Safety:
• We stick together as a group and look out for each other.
• We’ll make stops every 10 km or as needed.
• We keep a comfortable pace for everyone, making sure nobody gets left behind.

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📞 Registration and Contact:

We are aiming for a group of 10–35 people to keep it smooth and enjoyable. You can sign up directly on Meetup or message me for more details. If you need my phone number for the event, just send me a quick message.

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🌦️ Weather and Backup Plan:

If the weather looks really bad, I will update the event with any changes. Otherwise, we ride!

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✨ About Me:

I cycle with friends every Saturday (sometimes Sunday) and love exploring London’s parks and riversides. This is my first event, and I’m excited to meet fellow cycling enthusiasts! Let’s make it a day full of good vibes, fresh air, and active fun.

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Join us for a day of cycling, nature, and good company. Whether you’re a seasoned rider or just looking for a fun way to get moving, you’re welcome to join!