Meet your guide in the morning at his 100 year old house only a one minute walk away from Colliers Wood underground station in South London. You will be provided with a bicycle and a helmet before setting out on a 12 mile trip lasting around 4 hours. We will start off admiring old cottages along a river, that was once known as ‘Europe’s hardest working river’, because of the amount of waterwheels that operated here. We will stop at London’s only still working waterwheel which is now part of a local market and you will learn about an important monastery that included a massive church and once inhabited this site. We will continue along winding paths to one of South London’s most beautiful parks, steeped in history and you will learn about the industries that made some inhabitants of the area incredibly rich. We will than follow the river to an ancient village which became a part of London but has kept it’s charm and and has one of the United Kingdom’s tallest tree and ponds full of wildlife. We will stop at the fantastic 17th century village pub before turning back.
Points of Interest
- 19 South Gardens
- Bicycle and helmet provided
- Light rain poncho available
- Experienced local guide
- Complimentary luggage storage
- Waterproof trousers if required
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Food and drink
Delve into an enchanting bike exploration away from the hustle and bustle, limited to a group of 7, trailing alongside a captivating river. The route is dotted with rest stops that offer stunning views of South London’s top parks, flora, fauna, watermills, a buzzing local market, quaint cottages, ecclesiastic structures, and a historical village that became part of London. There’s even a pitstop at a magnificent 17th century pub for meals or drinks. Your tour guide, also a local resident for over two decades, will rendezvous with you at his century-old residence, guiding you through the enthralling, labyrinthine paths of this 4-hour/12-mile/20-km relaxed journey through a captivating segment of London. Once home to a religious building rivalling Westminster Abbey in size and a crowned king, are you prepared to immerse yourself in this tranquil haven of verdant landscapes and tranquillity? This unique experience is merely a short distance from London’s bustling centre.
- minimum age is 15
- participants must be able to ride a bike
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.