Richmond Park Tamsin Trails

New to cycling? Thinking about getting back into it but don’t know where to start? Just fancy a gentler ride in stunning autumn scenery? Looking to build up your distance gradually?

Then a car-free loop in Richmond Park that misses out most of the hills is the ride for you.

This ride will follow the same loop as the Richmond Park Beginners' Rides on the first Sunday of each month. We will start by riding the loop anticlockwise returning to the cafe at Roehampton Gate. If anyone just wants to do a 5.8 mile ride then they can leave us here. The rest of us will ride the loop in the opposite direction. The inclines are slightly tougher in this direction but they are not hard.

From the cafe at Roehampton Gate we will follow the Tamsin Trail around to Ham Gate and then take Ham Cross to Pen Ponds cafe, past White Lodge and then work our way back to our start point.

All are welcome but the ride is targeted at Beginners/Improvers and we will go at a comfortable pace for all. No-one will be left behind. The aim is enjoyment and building confidence.


WHAT DO YOU NEED:
A bike in good working order - the Tamsin Trail is gravel so hydrid, cyclocross or mountain bikes (or tyres) are recommended. Make sure the tyres are pumped up and the brakes work.
Suitable clothing for cycling and the weather - cycling specific clothing is NOT required but avoid anything loose or billowy that could get caught.
A cycling helmet
A spare inner tube is advisable in case of punctures
Money for coffee and cake (optional)