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July 2021
Rainham Ride 18 July 2021
Our annual leisurely trip to the Rainham Marsh RSPB Bird Sanctuary and on to Upminster. Between 20 and 25 miles predominantly on cycle tracks and paths. Refreshments at RSPB where the cafe is open and there is outside seating. Suitable for all bikes. We leave from the View Tube at 10.00 am - note early start time - and end at Upminster Station to catch the C2C train to either Barking or West Ham. The District line is not running…
Find out more »Monthly Meeting – July 26 2021
Yes, we are finally going to meet with an evening ride to look at the Royal Docks Corridor and to retreat to a hostelry or cafe with outside seating - probably the Red Lion in Plaistow. Meet 7.00pm at Terry Spinks Place (public realm opposite Canning Town Station and near the A13 Flyover) If you want to see the plans for the Royal Docks Corridor they are here Arnold
Find out more »August 2021
Newham Ride
This is a leisurely journey around the edges of Newham taking in the banks of three rivers (the Roding , the Thames and the Lea) and including a number of parks, opens spaces and sites of historic interest. It is mostly off road on paths or on quiet roads and is suitable for those who have started or are returning to cycling and wish to regain confidence. There are options to explore areas such as the Beckton Creekside and Bow…
Find out more »September 2021
27 September Meeting/Evening Ride
We will (weather permitting) squeeze in a last evening ride. This time based around the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park. We will meet at Woodgrange Market, the corner of Woodgrange and Sebert Roads in Forest Gate, and depart at 7.00pm (to catch as much light as as possible). We will go to the QEOP via Quietway 6. If you would like to join the ride at an intermediate point along the Quietway or in the QEOP please let me know and…
Find out more »October 2021
Bike from Boleyn
The Bike from Boleyn Ride maintains the link between Boleyn (where West Ham United used to play) and the London Stadium by cycling along the Newham Greenway from the historic Boleyn Tavern to the new stadium on a matchday. This is a short (about 3 miles), leisurely, mostly off road ride. You do not need to be going to the match to enjoy this ride. There will be a return ride after the match, but for those who do not…
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Newham Ride 10 October 2021
This will be a leisurely ride based on the Greenway and the Royal Docks. It will be approximately 15 miles with plenty of opportunity for stops. It will mostly use off road paths and quiet streets so is suitable for those who would like to increase their confidence on their bikes and those who would like to get to know Newham better. Booking is necessary on: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/newham-ride-tickets-184260346657 Arnold
Find out more »October 2021 Meeting
The October meeting will take place via Zoom starting t 7.00pm and ending no later than 8.30pm. Possible agenda items include: Readout from LCC Annual Meeting. Update on the Royal Docks Walking and Cycling Strategy and other infrastructure developments. Forthcoming events - it is looking quite a busy November. Possible Christmas social. To join the meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86539184165?pwd=dHJSRjdFYnNES3BGOWw5aE4xcXNsdz09 Meeting ID: 865 3918 4165 It is the same password as for previous meetings but if you need it e-mail newham@lcc.org.uk Arnold
Find out more »November 2021
Newham Ride in Partnership with GoParks
A leisurely and mostly off road ride of about 12miles, organised in conjunction with GoParks to mark COP 26. We will leave the View Tube at 10.00am and enjoy the Greenway, Beckton Parks, the Royal Docks and the Leaway to meet up with walkers from Tower Hamlets at Cody Dock at 12.30pm. The refreshment caravan at Cody Dock will be available and there are places to sit there, with shelter. This ride is suitable for those who wish to increase…
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