Ride type:
Guided Rides
Ride suitability:
Local Rides Steady
Ride title:
Kenton to Richmond Park
Start Postcode:
HA3 8AX
Elevation:
GPX reference:
Introduce your route:
New riders are welcome. We have a policy of leaving no rider behind so if anyone is struggling we will adjust the speed and take rest stops if necessary. If you have questions or concerns speak to the Ride Leader or contact them before the ride. We ask that you read the full details of the ride including the distance and terrain to ensure the ride will be enjoyable for you. There are options to join the ride at Moor Park Station or finish at Watford Station. This is a fantastic route when the bluebells are out in mid-April.
Kind of roads you'll be riding:
We will use a mix of roads and cycle paths on this route with some hills and short sections of main road with fast moving traffic.
Stops on the way:
This ride goes to Isabella Plantation in Richmond Park where there is a café by Peg's Pond Gate and elsewhere in the park.
What to bring:
Please check your bike at home before the ride leaving yourself time to remedy any issues such as brake adjustments and repairing punctures. Bring a spare inner tube of the correct size and valve type for your bike, the tools to repair a puncture, a bike lock, water and a snack. It is advised that you bring money for the café or unexpected circumstances such as taking the train home. Please be mindful that not everywhere takes cash payment.
Consider the duration of the ride, the time of day you will be riding and the weather forecast. Dress appropriately ensuring no loose clothing or long laces that could get entangled in bike parts.
Route description:
The total amount of climbing is 320m. Starting at Kenton Recreation Ground we go over Horsenden Hill, West Ealing and East Sheen before starting a lap of Richmond Park ducking in to tge centre fir Isabella Plantation. The return takes a different route via Brentford, Hanwell, Greenford and Harrow before arriving back at Kenton Recreation Ground.
Starting point description:
We will meet at the pump track in Kenton Recreation Ground. Arrive at least 10 minutes before the published start time to allow for introductions, bike checks and any briefing; this ensures a prompt departure at the stated time. The pump track is one hundred metres into the park from the car park which is at the end of Carlton Avenue. There is parking on local streets though do look for any parking restrictions.The nearest stations are Kenton (Bakerloo/Lioness) and Northwick Park (Metropolitan). Neither has step-free access. Postcode HA3 8AX. what3words ///fleet.jeeps.sends
Ride distance (miles):
37
Riding time (minutes):
280
Ride level (Easygoing, Steady, Challenging):
Steady
Overall duration (minutes):
360
