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two free sociable cycle rides Sat April 13th


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On the 13th we have 2 rides planned. Bruce has a ride to find guide dogs and John S. has a ride into the past – 1814 to be precise.

 

Ride 1. The Guide Dogs at Canary Wharf < https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-guide-dog-statues-at-canary-wharf-tickets-878694447747Start 9am (yes, really early, set the alarm clock), at London Bridge (Gateway Needle, SE corner, near station). Aim to be back by 11.30am -12 noon. Paws on the Wharf is one of those artistically painted identical statues outdoor trails. Details at https://www.guidedogs.org.uk/paws-on-the-wharf/, also BBC post.

 Dogs will be auctioned later in year, minimum bid £2000, proceeds to Guide Dogs charity. Route will use the north bank going slightly inland on the outward leg and using the Thameside route coming back.  Places of interest include Shadwell Basin, Canary Wharf Elizabeth Line Station, North and South Docks, St Katherine’s Docks – and of course the dogs!10 mile, flat ride with 80% off road on surfaced paths or segregated cycle lanes. Suitable for any type of cyclist, including beginners and families. Coffee stop, probably at Mercato Metropolitano, Wood Wharf.  Do remember the early start. Bruce leading. Probable route at https://www.google.com/maps/d/u/0/edit?mid=1exSNQCrUKdrQSijtSjozmkwBOhMgDLY&usp=sharing

 Ride 2. South of the River in 1814 <https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/south-of-the-river-in-1814-cycle-ride-tickets-878710024337>

Start 10am, Deal Porter Square, next to Canada Water Library and opposite CW Station.  This short (13 mile), leisurely ride follows those roads south of the river that date from the eve of Waterloo, as shown on William Darton’s Map of 1814 (‘The Stranger’s Guide to the Streets of London and Westminster’). We begin from Canada Water, going directly to Jamaica Road, and then following a loop across to Lambeth, with lots of zig-zags to take in roads of interest. Along the way we’ll visit Cherry Garden Street, where Jamaica House once stood (as Pepys tells us). The historical high point will be at the Obelisk, at the foot of Blackfriars Road, erected to commemorate the building of the third bridge across the Thames in 1771. Our coffee break will be just opposite the Old Vic, by Lower Marsh Market. 13 miles, finish back at Canada Water at 1pm. This 1814 ride from Canada Water has been devised by John Sutton who will be leading.

Riders of all ages are welcome on Healthy Rides but under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult.  Same for “adults at risk”.  If you cannot make a ride, please cancel so that someone else can take the place. How to cancel link: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/help/en-gb/articles/575010/how-to-cancel-your-free-registration/

Note. Ride reports, often with photos and route maps, are posted to the Southwark Cyclists web site, yearly index at https://southwarkcyclists.org.uk/healthy-rides/. Future/provisional ride ideas can be viewed on our planning spreadsheet.

 

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