Battersea Breeze: Wandsworth to Barnes Bridge along the River Thames

A pretty 13 mile, mostly flat ride, along the river from Wandsworth to Barnes Bridge and back again. We start at Wandsworth Common, using back roads and shared cycle/pedestrian paths to avoid the busy Wandsworth one way system and take us through Wandsworth Park along the Thames to Putney Bridge. Here we will walk our bikes over the busy A3 and down to Putney Embankment (start point for the Oxford-Cambridge boat race), from where we have a lovely scenic ride past the rowing clubs and then along the off-road Thames Path to Barnes Bridge. We will use the wheel ramp to push our bikes up and down the stairs at Barnes Bridge, and then potter along the back roads on the Fulham side of the river, passing the River Cafe and Fulham Football Ground before enjoying views of the river again in Bishops Park. From Putney Bridge, we will take back roads round the Hurlingham Club, before crossing Wandsworth Bridge on the cycle path. This ride is best suited to hybrid or mountain bikes, due to the off-road section from Putney to Barnes. It's a good idea to bring some water. Wearing a helmet is advisable; if you don't have one please do not worry you can still take part. If you enjoy the bike ride and would like to come again perhaps you could look to buy one then. Everyone's welcome; look forward to seeing you there!