Syon Park to G!RO Cycles, Esher

We catch our first glimpse of the Thames as soon as we leave Syon Park before using a mix of roads and river path to reach Twickenham, Kingston Bridge and Hampton Court Palace. We cross the river at Hampton Court and use mainly quiet residential roads to reach our destination, G!RO Cycles in the centre of Esher.

After a stop for refreshments, our return trip will bring us past the main entrance to Sandown Park racecourse and then Esher station on our way back to the Thames and then through Bushy Park before reaching Twickenham and returning to Syon. The route is flat except for one incline on the way into Esher and we will be taking the ride at a steady pace, staying close together as a group so that nobody is left behind.

To join the ride you need a bike in full working order so please check beforehand that the brakes work, the wheels spin freely and the tyres are pumped up. Dress for the weather, avoiding loose garments that could catch in your chain. A helmet, some drinking water and a spare inner tube are recommended as well as a snack, cash for refreshments and a lock for your bike.