Wheelers Events & Rides Archive 2009

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January 2009

Wednesday, 14th January

Monthly Wheelers Meeting
Meet at St Margarets House, 21 Old Ford Road [map] 7.30-9.00pm. This is when we plan what we'll be getting up to. Everyone welcome. Followed by a visit to a local pub from 9.15pm. Contact .
Notes from previous meetings.

Sunday, 18th January

Moderate RIDE: Waterlink Way & Darenth Valley
Off to Kent for a traffic free cycle route and the nearest country lanes to Central London. Features a straw bale cafe (the building, not the food!). This ride will include train out and/or back from Lewisham/Greenwich - exact route and details TBA.
Meet at 9.00am on top of the Green Bridge, Mile End Park [map].
Contact .

Saturday, 31st January

Wheelers Bicycle Maintenance Workshop
11.00am-3.00pm at Limehouse Town Hall [map]. Full details on our workshop page.

February 2009

Sunday, 1st February

Easy RIDE: Breakfast Ride
Cafe breakfast at about 9:15am, destination will be along the Lea Valley or along the Thames - to be announced on the day. 15-20 miles in total.
Meet at 8.00am on top of the Green Bridge, Mile End Park [map].
Contact .

Wednesday, 11th February

Monthly Wheelers Meeting
Meet at St Margarets House, 21 Old Ford Road [map] 7.30-9.00pm. This is when we plan what we'll be getting up to. Everyone welcome. Followed by a visit to a local pub from 9.15pm. Contact .
Notes from previous meetings.

Saturday, 14th February

Moderate/Hard RIDE: Headcorn Loops
Morning circular ride from Headcorn for about 35 miles, over the North Downs, quiet lanes, with some nice views, but hilly. Lateish lunch at Headcorn, either in cafe or pub. Afternoon ride to Paddock Wood (about 18 miles), again quiet lanes, but much flatter than morning. Potential loop back to Headcorn if enough time/energy!
Meet at 8:40am outside the ticket office at London Bridge station for 09.08 train to Headcorn. Return tickets with Group Save £8 or £11.
If you want to meet up to ride to London Bridge then contact to arrange a suitable meeting point/time.

Saturday, 28th February

Wheelers Bicycle Maintenance Workshop
11.00am-3.00pm at Limehouse Town Hall [map]. Full details on our workshop page.

March 2009

Sunday, 1st March

Easy RIDE: Breakfast Ride
Cafe breakfast at about 9:15am, destination will be along the Lea Valley or along the Thames - to be announced on the day. 15-20 miles in total.
Meet at 8.00am on top of the Green Bridge, Mile End Park [map].
Contact .

Wednesday, 11th March

Monthly Wheelers Meeting
Meet at St Margarets House, 21 Old Ford Road [map] 7.30-9.00pm. This is when we plan what we'll be getting up to. Everyone welcome. Followed by a visit to a local pub from 9.15pm. Contact .
Notes from previous meetings.

Sunday, 15th March

Easy/Moderate RIDE: Wetlands Ride
Wetlands Centre at Barnes. Cycle to Barnes, mostly along the Thames path. Entrance fee is approx £8 but there is plenty to see if you are interested in birds, other wildlife or the environment. Good cafe for lunch and award winning cycle parking! We will allow time for at least a 3 hour visit. Afterwards cycle back east or you can take the train from either Barnes overground or Hammersmith tube. If you don't want to go into the centre then you are welcome to cycle there with us and then do your own thing.
Meet at 9.00am on top of the Green Bridge, Mile End Park [map].
Contact .

Wednesday, 25th March

Easy RIDE: The Chicken Run
A lecture cycle tour around the borough of selected 'quality' fast food chicken joints. There is a thesis behind it so it is open to all the hentellectuals amongst you. Vegans and vegetarians are also welcome as we will not be entering the establishments or partaking of the delicacies on offer. As I'm interested in the views of those attending my lecture the audience will be encouraged to contribute. Only good eggs welcome.
Meet at 7.00pm on top of the Green Bridge, Mile End Park [map].
Contact David 07790 387315

Saturday, 28th March

Wheelers Bicycle Maintenance Workshop
NOTE: change in venue for this month.
11.00am-3.00pm at Lighthouse Baptist Church Hall [map] hall entrance is via Maddams Street off Devons Road. Full details on our workshop page.

Sunday, 29th March

Easy RIDE: Breakfast Ride
Cafe breakfast at about 9:15am, destination will be up the Lea Valley - to be announced on the day. 15-20 easy paced miles in total.
Meet at 8.00am (don't forget the clocks will have changed!) on top of the Green Bridge, Mile End Park [map].
Contact .

April 2009

Friday 3rd - Sunday 5th April

RIDE: Wheelers Spring Weekend Away in Kent
We have booked Palace Farm Hostel near Faversham for the weekend. Friday ride out there (all the way from London or train assisted) for those that can get the day off, then at least two, possibly three different rides on Saturday and Sunday - the shorter/shortest probably around the 35-40 mile mark, maybe with some sightseeing, and the longer one(s) around 50-60 miles or maybe more if anyone is really keen.
Cost for bed, breakfast and one communally cooked evening meal should be around £50. Numbers are limited and our last weekend away had a waiting list so book your place now.
Contact for more details.

Wednesday, 8th April

Wheelers AGM
Tom Bogdanowicz, LCC's Campaigns Manager will be attending. Refreshments and social afterwards.
Meet at St Margarets House, 21 Old Ford Road [map] 7.30-9.30pm. Everyone welcome. Contact .
Notes from previous meetings.

Saturday, 11th April

Easy RIDE: Newham 2012 Bike Ride
Leisurely 18 mile ride around Newham taking in the 2012 Olympic venue and other places of interest.
Meet at 10.30am underneath the 2012 Countdown Clock outside Stratford Station [map].
Contact Bernard 07947 236965 (Newham Cycling Campaign)

Monday (Easter), 13th April

Easy RIDE: Lee Valley/Epping Forest/Gunpowder Park
Head off up the Lee Valley to explore some fairly new sections of the national cycle route north of Waltham Abbey. Up to Enfield and Gunpowder Park, then towards Nazeing and back to the river near Broxbourne. We might then make a quick detour to see the remains of the Rye House gatehouse. Then on to Ware and maybe Hertford depending on the weather and how fast we've been going.
You can take a train back to London or Tottenham or Hackney from there, or cycle back if you are feeling energetic. Plenty of earlier drop out points for trains back if you just want to join for the morning. Train back to Hackney/Tottenham Hale/Liverpool Street about £7-8 (half price with a groupsave deal).
We'll probably go to the Lee Valley Park Farm cafe or somewhere similar for lunch, but you can bring your own and find a picnic spot if you prefer.
Suitable for any bike as long as you don't mind mildly off-road cycle paths and towpaths, and mostly traffic free. From Mile End to Hertford is 30 miles so this ride can be any distance between about 15 and 50+ miles depending on what outbound and return options you take.
Meet at 9.00am on top of the Green Bridge, Mile End Park [map].
Contact 07967 139491.

Sunday, 19th April

Easy RIDE: Animals Ride
"Animals" themed ride around East London/City.
Meet at 10.00am on top of the Green Bridge, Mile End Park [map].
Contact David 07790 387315

Saturday, 25th April

Wheelers Bicycle Maintenance Workshop
11.00am-3.00pm at Limehouse Town Hall [map]. Full details on our workshop page.

Sunday, 26th April

Easy RIDE: Breakfast Ride
Cafe breakfast at about 9:15am, destination to be announced on the day. 15-20 easy paced miles in total.
Meet at 8.00am on top of the Green Bridge, Mile End Park [map].
Contact .

May 2009

Saturday, 2nd May

Easy RIDE: Newham 2012 Bike Ride
Leisurely 18 mile ride around Newham taking in the 2012 Olympic venue and other places of interest.
Meet at 10.30am underneath the 2012 Countdown Clock outside Stratford Station [map].
Contact Bernard 07947 236965 (Newham Cycling Campaign)

Monday, 4th May

Moderate RIDE: Darwin's Ride
To Downe to visit Darwin's House. Down the Waterlink way and then across minor roads and lanes to the village of Downe, where we will spend about 2 hours visiting the house. Admission is £8.80 (less if we get a large group and free to English Heritage members). Continue on through country lanes to Dartford for train back to Greenwich/London or cycle all the way back to Tower Hamlets for a longer ride.
Meet at 9.00am on top of the Green Bridge, Mile End Park [map].
Contact .

Wednesday, 6th May

Monthly Wheelers Meeting
NOTE: a week earlier than usual.
Meet at St Margarets House, 21 Old Ford Road [map] 7.30-9.00pm. This is when we plan what we'll be getting up to. Everyone welcome. Followed by a visit to a local pub from 9.15pm. Contact .
Notes from previous meetings.

Sunday, 24th May

Easy RIDE: Oddities of the East End Ride
We'll be wandering about Tower Hamlets and maybe the east side of the City, depending on time, looking at unusual sites, buildings and history. Come along if you'd like to take a quirky and sideways look at the place you live.
Meet at 10.00am on top of the Green Bridge, Mile End Park [map].
Contact David 07790 387315

Saturday, 30th May

Wheelers Bicycle Maintenance Workshop
11.00am-3.00pm at Limehouse Town Hall [map]. Full details on our workshop page.

Saturday, 30th May

Easy RIDE: Newham 2012 Bike Ride
Leisurely 18 mile ride around Newham taking in the 2012 Olympic venue and other places of interest.
Meet at 10.30am underneath the 2012 Countdown Clock outside Stratford Station [map].
Contact Bernard 07947 236965 (Newham Cycling Campaign)

Sunday, 31st May

Easy RIDE: Breakfast Ride
Cafe breakfast at about 9:15am, destination to be announced on the day. 15-20 easy paced miles in total.
Meet at 8.00am on top of the Green Bridge, Mile End Park [map].
Contact .

June 2009

Thursday, 4th June

Easy RIDE: To Maternity Worldwide charity concert in Piccadilly
Purchase tickets in advance (see www.maternityworldwide.org) and contact Steve 07870 365533.
Meet for 6.15pm departure on top of the Green Bridge, Mile End Park [map].
Contact .

Saturday, 6th June

Smithfield Nocturne
A summer evening of bike racing around the historic Smithfield Market. Full details at smithfieldnocturne.co.uk. Join Wheelers for the short ride west to watch what will be a fantastic five hours of pedalling entertainment.
» Meet at 5.00pm outside Beigel Bake on Brick Lane [map] for a leisurely roll over to Smithfield. Don't forget locks and lights.
Contact Keith call/text 07944 177343.

Wednesday, 10th June

Monthly Wheelers Meeting
Meet at St Margarets House, 21 Old Ford Road [map] 7.30-9.00pm. This is when we plan what we'll be getting up to. Everyone welcome. Followed by a visit to a local pub from 9.15pm. Contact .
Notes from previous meetings.

13th-21st June

Bike Week 2009
Plenty of free Bike Week events in Tower Hamlets for you join in with:

Sun, 14th: RIDE: Pedals to Pedalos 10.00am start
Tue, 16th: Wheelers Cyclists' Breakfast Narrow Street 7.30-9.30am
Wed, 17th: Bikeworks All-Ability Charity Fundraiser 10.00am-4.00pm Victoria Park
Thu, 18th: Easy RIDE: Chicken Run Ride 7.00pm start
Fri, 19th: Easy RIDE: The Glamour Ride 7.00pm start
Sat, 20th: Very Easy RIDE: The Easyriders 11.00am & 1.30pm start from Bikeworks, Old Ford Road
Sun, 21st: Easy RIDE: Midsummer Madness Ride meet at 2.00am at Beigel Bake, Brick Lane
Sun, 21st: Picnic in the Park from 2.00pm Victoria Park (nr Royal Gate East, Grove Road)

All rides start on top of the Green Bridge, Mile End Park [map] unless otherwise stated.

Full details on the Wheelers' Bike Week 2009 page.

Saturday, 20th June

Easy RIDE: Newham 2012 Bike Ride
Leisurely 18 mile ride around Newham taking in the 2012 Olympic venue and other places of interest.
Meet at 10.30am underneath the 2012 Countdown Clock outside Stratford Station [map].
Contact Bernard 07947 236965 (Newham Cycling Campaign)

Saturday, 27th June

Wheelers Bicycle Maintenance Workshop
11.00am-3.00pm at Limehouse Town Hall [map]. Full details on our workshop page.

Bicycle Security Awareness Event, 27 June 2009
Police officers from the Limehouse Safer Neighbourhood Team will be on hand at June's workshop to register your bicycle, give out general security advice and take onboard any other issues you might want to raise.
Find out how to efficiently lock your bike!
Many stolen bicycles are recovered by the police but tracing who it belongs to is often impossible. A registered bike makes it easier to reunite it with its owner.
The event is free and refreshments are provided.

Sunday, 28th June

Easy RIDE: Breakfast Ride
Heading south across the river, east to Woolwich, back along the Greenway, optional stop off at Three Mills where there is an Open Day. Cafe breakfast at about 9:15am out Woolwich way. About 20 easy paced miles in total.
Meet at 8.00am on top of the Green Bridge, Mile End Park [map].
Contact .

July 2009

Thursday, 2nd July

Easy RIDE: Afterworker
We will be taking a relaxed explore of the Russia Docks, Surrey Quays and the Kent/Surrey border (it's not what you think). We'll be taking the ferry from Canary Wharf and the fare is £2.50 or £1.60 if you have an Oyster or travelcard. Please bring the correct fare because the ticket office is usually closed after 7.00 pm.
Meet at 6.30pm on top of the Green Bridge, Mile End Park [map].
Don't forget your lights and afterwards we'll be taking refreshments at The Captain Kid pub, Wapping High Street, E1 from 9.00 pm onwards.
Contact Keith 07944 177343.
Reports & photos from previous Wheelers rides.

Saturday, 4th July

Langdon Park School "Healthy Living" Event
11am-3pm at Langdon Park School, Byron Street, Poplar.
We will be there with our info stall and Dr Bike stand.
Contact 020 7537 7821 if you can help out on the day.

Saturday, 4th July

Social: Dunwich Dynamo send off
If you are going on the Dunwich Dynamo, good luck! Some of us may be doing it, but we will certainly be in London Fields from 7.30ish to see off the riders and then have a drink or two!

Sunday, 5th July

Moderate RIDE: Tiptree Factory Ride Take 2
This year following a different route, starting at Shenfield station in Essex, then cycling via Hanningfield reservoir (coffee stop), Maldon (lunch, ice creams, sailing barges), the Jam Factory at Tiptree for tea (not compulsory of course but highly recommended), then return by train from Witham.
Distance about 42 miles in total - approximate route map. Not any really steep or long hills, but not totally flat either. All on tarmac, mostly minor roads and lanes, suitable for any type of bike.
Meet at 8.40am at Liverpool Street Station ticket office for 09.02 train to Shenfield (buy return to Witham, from £8 to £16 depending on Groupsave deal) or get on at Stratford.
If possible (but not essential) please e-mail or call me indicating your intention to come along on this ride, that way we can juggle the tickets in the most economic way, especially if you want to catch the train at Stratford or want someone to ride to the station with.
Contact 07967 139491

Wednesday, 8th July

Monthly Wheelers Meeting
Meet at St Margarets House, 21 Old Ford Road [map] 7.30-9.00pm. This is when we plan what we'll be getting up to. Everyone welcome. Followed by a visit to a local pub from 9.15pm. Contact .
Notes from previous meetings.

Saturday, 11th July

Easy RIDE: Newham 2012 Bike Ride
Leisurely 18 mile ride around Newham taking in the 2012 Olympic venue and other places of interest.
Meet at 10.30am underneath the 2012 Countdown Clock outside Stratford Station [map].
Contact Bernard 07947 236965 (Newham Cycling Campaign)

Saturday, 18th July

Moderate RIDE: Beautiful Villages of Suffolk Ride
Join us for quite possibly your best day out this summer! Moderate paced 50 mile ride on quiet country roads, taking a train to the start at Marks Tey. Passing the Colne Valley in Essex, before lunch at the picture-postcard village of Cavendish. Then on to Lavenham, probably the most beautiful village in Suffolk, with its crooked timber framed buildings from the 14th & 15th centuries. Unique within the UK, it is the finest surviving English medieval town. Plenty of time here for tea in a real Tudor hall, and a good look round. Finishing the afternoon on shady cross-country lanes to Dedham Vale, as painted by Constable, with a chance for more tea before taking the train back from Manningtree.
Meet at 8.55am at Liverpool St Station for 9.18 departure, buying a cheap day return for Manningtree. The normal fare is £21 but we can reduce this with Group Savers or Network cards. (Alternatively, catch the train at 9.25 from Stratford.)
Contact 020 7537 7821 or at work on 020 7510 0540 (about 10am-7pm). Sorry, no mobile!

Sunday, 19th July

London Bikeathon : Leukemia Research Fund
Wheelers will once again provide the Dr Bike stand at King Edward Memorial Park, Shadwell to give assistance to those on this big charity ride www.londonbikeathon.co.uk.
If you can help out on the day please contact .

Saturday, 25th July

Wheelers Bicycle Maintenance Workshop
11.00am-3.00pm at Limehouse Town Hall [map]. Full details on our workshop page.

Sunday, 26th July

Easy RIDE: Breakfast Ride
Cafe breakfast at about 9:15am, destination to be announced on the day. 15-20 easy paced miles in total.
Meet at 8.00am on top of the Green Bridge, Mile End Park [map].
Contact .

Sunday, 26th July

Mile End Park "Park Life"
Details tba.
We will be there with our info stall and Dr Bike stand.
Contact 020 7537 7821 if you can help out on the day.

Sunday, 26th July

Friends of Arnold Circus Picnic Party
Community event at Arnold Circus from 1-6pm [background & location]. We'll be there running our Dr Bike service and marshalling the 100 Revolutions Bike Ride which ends the afternoon from 5-6pm.
Contact Keith 07944 177343 in you can help out.

August 2009

Saturday, 1st August

Easy RIDE: Newham 2012 Bike Ride
Leisurely 18 mile ride around Newham taking in the 2012 Olympic venue and other places of interest.
Meet at 10.30am underneath the 2012 Countdown Clock outside Stratford Station [map].
Contact Bernard 07947 236965 (Newham Cycling Campaign)

Wednesday, 12th August

Monthly Wheelers Meeting
Meet at St Margarets House, 21 Old Ford Road [map] 7.30-9.00pm. This is when we plan what we'll be getting up to. Everyone welcome. Followed by a visit to a local pub from 9.15pm. Contact .
Notes from previous meetings.

Thursday, 13th August

Living Streets 80th Anniversary Street Party
Living Streets is the national charity that stands up for pedestrians. To celebrate their 80th anniversary they are having a street party in a small section of Wentworth Street, which will provide an opportunity for local residents, businesses and community groups/organisations the chance to get together in the local area, and help us celebrate. The street party will involve games and entertainment for children and adults, a cake competition, a photographic exhibition and live music from local bands, stalls by local groups/organisations as well as food and from the local area.
The party is from 12-4pm at the Brick Lane end of Wentworth Street, E1 7SA. Wheelers will be joining in the celebrations with our info stall.

Thursday, 13th August

Easy RIDE: Ace Cafe
A Wheelers favourite - easy 12 mile ride to the Ace Cafe, Stonebridge Park - the popular haunt of motorcycle enthusiasts. Good and reasonably priced food awaits you at the destination. The evening we are going is Italian bike night therefore, you'll be particularly welcomed if you arrive on an Italian bike (Bianchi, Colonago etc).
Meet ready to leave promptly at 6.15pm on top of the Green Bridge, Mile End Park [map] or 6.45pm outside Madame Tussaud's, Marylebone Road.
Other pickup points on the way: 6:30pm canal at the Overdraught pub on the corner of Haggerston Rd & Dunston Rd; 7:45pm canal at Sainsburys Kensal Green.
Ride or train or tube or some combination of any of those to get back. Don't forget your lights and call if you think you might be late to the start points.
Contact Keith 07944 177343 for more details. Owen will lead the ride from the Green Bridge 07903 018970.
Reports & photos from previous Wheelers rides.

Sunday, 16th August

Moderate RIDE: Brighton Seaside Ride
Previously advertised as "Spa Valley railway" and then as "Somewhere out of London" I can now confirm that this will be a ride to Brighton so we can finish with a paddle (or a swim if you prefer) in the lovely English Channel.
Two options - first is to take the train out to East Croydon, from there it is about 48 miles to Brighton, alternatively cycle to East Croydon which gives a total distance of about 60 miles from Tower Hamlets. We will train it back from Brighton at the end of the day. Train cost approx £17 but can be halved if we can get 4 for 2 group save tickets.
Meet at London Bridge station outside the ticket office at 09.15 to catch the 09.41 train to Croydon, or meet at 09.45 at East Croydon station. If you want to cycle out let me know and we might be able to arrange a convoy - although this will be down main roads via Greenwich, Lewisham, Catford, Beckenham etc at a fastish pace.
The main ride will be at a moderate pace with a planned lunch stop at Wakehurst Place (warning - this is 25 miles into the ride so also bring snacks and drinks to keep you going that far - we'll stop for a breather somewhere suitable), and we expect to get into Brighton around 16.30 where we can have tea/ice cream/chips etc. Mostly lanes and B roads but you need to be prepared for some traffic especially leaving Croydon and going into Brighton.
And the answers to the two questions you haven't asked yet - yes we will be going up Ditchling Beacon and no it's not a problem if you walk up, we will pause at the top to admire the view anyway.
If you are planning on coming along if you can let me know in advance then that might help with train ticket purchasing but it's not essential.
Contact .

Wednesday, 19th August

Easy RIDE: Afterworker
Easy and pleasant ride mostly away from traffic out east. We'll be returning to take refreshments at the Palm Tree in Mile End Park at 9.00pm. Please don't forget your lights.
Meet at 6.30pm on top of the Green Bridge, Mile End Park [map].
If you can't make the ride but can make the pub then you'll be most welcomed.
Contact Keith 07944 177343.
Reports & photos from previous Wheelers rides.

Sunday, 23rd August

Easy RIDE: Crossness Pumping Station Ride
Afternoon ride along the Thames to Crossness Pumping Station - a wonder of Victorian engineering. Last chance this year to see the steam engines in action.
Meet 12.45 to depart promptly at 1.00pm from the top of the Green Bridge, Mile End Park [map].
Picnickers' pickup point: 1.50 pm prompt on the North Woolwich Road outside the Thames Barrier Park, by Pontoon Dock DLR station.
Total distance: 20 miles, planning to be fairly fast on the outward leg via the Woolwich Tunnel, followed by a more leisurely pace coming back. Home by 7, unless there's a consensus to stop for sunset drinks on the way.
Contact 020 7537 7821 or at work on 020 7510 0540 (about 10am-7pm). Sorry, no mobile!

Saturday, 29th August

Wheelers Bicycle Maintenance Workshop
11.00am-3.00pm at Limehouse Town Hall [map]. Full details on our workshop page.

Sunday, 30th August

Easy RIDE: Graveyards of South London Ride
In a continuation of our rides in 2007 and 2008, we will explore some of the South London cemeteries (probably Norwood and Nunhead). Our traditional swim in Hampstead pool is not quite feasible this time, so we may make do with a lido instead.
Meet at 9.30am on top of the Green Bridge, Mile End Park [map].
Contact .

Monday, 31st August

Easy RIDE: Brunch Ride
The breakfast ride moved from Sunday to Bank Holiday Monday and made just a bit more laid back!
Meet at 8.45am on top of the Green Bridge, Mile End Park [map] for croissants and orange juice, then ride to a cafe for brunch, destination to be advised. Back in Mile End around 13.00.
Contact .

September 2009

Saturday, 5th September

St Barnabas Community Fete
12-6pm at Wennington Green (Grove Rd/Roman Rd junction) www.bowstock.org
We will be there with our info stall and Dr Bike stand.
Contact 020 7537 7821 if you can help out on the day.

Sunday, 6th September

Easy/Moderate RIDE: Epping Forest & Church Teas Ride
A day out up the Lee valley, morning coffee stop at Springfield Marina, lunch at Chingford (bring a picnic or there are plenty of cafés) and then via Epping Forest to Upshire for tea at St Thomas's Church. This is a not to be missed experience, according to ride leader Gail "they do EVERYTHING! Cakes, cookies, muffins, tarts - you name it!". Return via Waltham Cross and then back down the river, about 35 miles in total. Lots of drop out points to stations if you don't want to do the full route.
Pace will be slow to moderate and generally flat (this ride avoids the steep hill up to High Beach). On roads, canal towpaths and good tracks so suitable for any bike.
Meet at 9.30am on top of the Green Bridge, Mile End Park [map].
Contact 07900 056359

Wednesday, 9th September

Monthly Wheelers Meeting
Meet at St Margarets House, 21 Old Ford Road [map] 7.30-9.00pm. This is when we plan what we'll be getting up to. Everyone welcome. Followed by a visit to a local pub from 9.15pm. Contact .
Notes from previous meetings.

Sunday, 13th September

Spitalfields Show & Green Fair
12-6pm Allen Gardens, Buxton Street, E1 [map].
We'll be at this great community event with our info stall and Dr Bike stand.
Contact 020 7537 7821 if you can help out on the day.

Sunday, 20th September

Easy RIDE: London Skyride
Join thousands cycle on motor traffic-free roads around a route in central London. Feeder rides will be available to help get you there - further details.

Sunday, 20th September

Easy RIDE: Open House Ride
All day wander around some of the buildings in Tower Hamlets that are taking part in London's Open House weekend. Including Rich Mix, Blizard Building, Hermitage Community Moorings, Thames River Police, Limehouse Accumulator Tower and others if time permits.
Meet at 8.45am at Arnold Circus E2 [map].
Contact .

Saturday, 26th September

Wheelers Bicycle Maintenance Workshop
11.00am-3.00pm at Limehouse Town Hall [map]. Full details on our workshop page.

Sunday, 27th September

Easy RIDE: Breakfast Ride
Cafe breakfast at about 9:15am, destination to be announced on the day. 15-20 easy paced miles in total.
Meet at 8.00am on top of the Green Bridge, Mile End Park [map].
Contact .

October 2009

Sunday, 4th October

Easy RIDE: Tower Hamlets Border Patrol
Lazy autumn afternoon tour of the borough's boundary. Plenty of variety to see along the 18 mile route with a couple of cafe stops thrown in.
Approximate route map | Borough boundary map | June 2007 ride report
Meet at 12.30pm on top of the Green Bridge, Mile End Park [map].
Contact .

Friday, 9th - Sunday, 11th October

RIDE: Weekend away in Essex/Suffolk
We have booked the Stour Valley bunkhouse near Manningtree for our exclusive use. The bunkhouse is only about 3 miles from Manningtree station so it's easy enough to get there after work on Friday, although for those that can get the day off work we'll have an all day ride there. There is a nearby pub (10 mins' walk from the bunkhouse) which does food so most of us will eat there on Friday. On Saturday we will offer a choice of rides - probably one of about 45-60 miles and one of 30-40 to suit different energy and ability levels, but all guaranteed to work up an appetite for a big communal meal in the evening. On Sunday due to engineering work we have to ride 30 miles to Marks Tey to catch a train back to London. There will be a longer ride option that day as well.
Cost for bed, breakfast and one communally cooked evening meal max £55.
Contact on 07967 139491 for more details and to book a place.

Wednesday, 14th October

Monthly Wheelers Meeting
Meet at St Margarets House, 21 Old Ford Road [map] 7.30-9.00pm. This is when we plan what we'll be getting up to. Everyone welcome. Followed by a visit to a local pub from 9.15pm. Contact .
Notes from previous meetings.

Sunday, 25th October

Moderate RIDE: Cuckoo Trail, Pevensey Levels & Eastbourne
Come and celebrate the first day of "winter time" - we are going to Sussex for a 35-40 mile moderate ride which will take in some very varied scenery. We will be starting from Polegate Station, going up the Cuckoo Trail (an old railway track) to the bikers' cafe at Horam for an early lunch, then across country lanes to Herstmonceux. From there we'll head down through the Pevensey levels to Pevensey village and Norman's Bay. From there it is a run back along the seafront to Eastbourne.
Meet at 9.20am at Victoria train station near the ticket office to catch the 9.47am to Polegte. Don't forget to bring lights.
Contact .

Saturday, 31st October

Wheelers Bicycle Maintenance Workshop
11.00am-3.00pm at Limehouse Town Hall [map]. Full details on our workshop page.

November 2009

Sunday, 1st November

Easy RIDE: Breakfast Ride
Cafe breakfast at about 9:15am, destination to be announced on the day. 15-20 easy paced miles in total.
Meet at 8.00am on top of the Green Bridge, Mile End Park [map].
Contact .

Wednesday, 11th November

Monthly Wheelers Meeting
Meet at St Margarets House, 21 Old Ford Road [map] 7.30-9.00pm. This is when we plan what we'll be getting up to. Everyone welcome. Followed by a visit to a local pub from 9.15pm. Contact .
Notes from previous meetings.

Saturday, 14th November

Easy/Moderate RIDE: Ingrebourne Valley & Rainham Marshes
CANCELLED due to adverse weather conditions
An easy/moderate ride in Essex using the District Line to start from Upminster. Incredible variety of scenery (not all pretty!) with a visit to the Rainham Marshes RSPB visitor centre and cafe for the renowned homemade cakes.
Meet at 9.00am on top of the Green Bridge, Mile End Park [map].
Approx 35 miles full route, possible to get train back at 10 or 20 miles, full route should get back to London between 17:30 and 18:00.
Contact .

Saturday, 28th November

Wheelers Bicycle Maintenance Workshop
11.00am-3.00pm at Limehouse Town Hall [map]. Full details on our workshop page.

Saturday, 28th November

Easy RIDE: Upshire Church Fete
Another visit to the church of tea fame, this time for their Christmas fete. Easy ride up the Lee Valley and then (due to lack of daylight) return by train.
Meet at 9am on top of the Green Bridge, Mile End Park [map].
Please ontact Gail 07900 056359 before setting off as if the weather continues to be very wet this ride may have to be cancelled.

Sunday, 29th November

Easy RIDE: Breakfast Ride
Cafe breakfast at about 9:15am, destination to be announced on the day. 15-20 easy paced miles in total.
Meet at 8.30am on top of the Green Bridge, Mile End Park [map].
Contact .

December 2009

Saturday, 5th December

Easy RIDE: Climate Change Rally
Ride to the Climate Change rally campaigncc.org/bikeride2009.
Meet at 9.00am on top of the Green Bridge, Mile End Park [map]. The main ride starts from Lincolns Inn at 10.00am.

Sunday, 6th December

Moderate/Hard RIDE: Box Hill Ride
A moderate/hard ride down into Kent and Surrey with a chance to take in the fantastic view from Box Hill - quite a bit of climbing on this one!
Meet at 8:45am at London Bridge train station (to catch 09:02 to Hayes) or meet at 09:35 at Hayes station. Train back from Dorking.
Contact if you want to ride to Hayes from Tower Hamlets or meet us at Hayes.

Wednesday, 9th December

Monthly Wheelers Meeting
Meet at St Margarets House, 21 Old Ford Road [map] 7.30-9.00pm. This is when we plan what we'll be getting up to. Everyone welcome. Followed by a visit to a local pub from 9.15pm. Contact .
Notes from previous meetings.

Saturday, 12th December

Easy RIDE: Markfield Beam Engine Ride
Visit to the Markfield beam engine at Tottenham for their Christmas steaming day.
Meet at 12 noon on top of the Green Bridge, Mile End Park [map].
Contact David 07790 387315.

Sunday, 20th December

Easy RIDE: Christmas Lights Ride
Join us for our seasonal meander around the borough taking in the tasteful and the tacky of the Christmas lights displays.
Meet at 4.30pm on top of the Green Bridge, Mile End Park [map].
Contact .

Friday, 25th December

Easy RIDE: 2512 Ride
A slow, socialable all day meander - full details on the Southwark Cyclists website.
Wheelers contact for the ride is Keith 07944 177343 and he'll be leaving from the Beigel Bake at the north end of Brick Lane at 10.30am to head down to the Southwark Needle starting point.

Wheelers Bicycle Maintenance Workshop
No workshop held in December.

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