Attractions around London

Go between 6-7am and the park is closed to cars!

Test yourself on the same roads as the pros. The road can get very busy with cyclists on weekends. Be sure to say hi to people on the way up, even if you're on your limit.

This did not used to be here and cycling along the south bank was pretty sketchy. But it's great. Although you do find a lot of runners now choose to … read more

Who doesn't love an escape to Richmond Park

Richmond Park is a spectacular deer park and a great place to cycle. A designated nature reserve, you will find hundreds of red and fallow deer roaming freely in the … read more

Richmond Park is a wild and rural landscape just a stone’s throw from central London. The largest of the city’s Royal Parks, Richmond was created by Charles I in the … read more

Watch the descent before the climb as bumpy on a road bike. The climb itself is narrow so keep an eye on your back and cars

Victoria Park in Hackney is a large and attractive park with lakes, sculptures, a Chinese pagoda and numerous play areas. There's tasty food and drink at the Pavilion Cafe, including … read more

The road is very quiet with little motor traffic . The climb is a good test due to its inconsistency and length. The first kilometre of the climb is the … read more

Going north there is a nice back street route to Barnet via Friern Bridge Shopping Centre, New Southgate station, Totteridge and Whetstone station and Dollis Valley Cycle Route to Barnet … read more

Box Hill is one of the most famous hills in Surrey, if not the UK. Named after the ancient box woodland on its slopes, the hill is blanketed in green … read more

Tower Bridge is one of London's famous bridges and one of its most iconic landmarks. From the bridge, you get a breathtaking view over London. The bridge was opened in … read more

Number 26 of the UK's top 100 Climbs

Just North of London in the county of Essex lies High Beach and the climb of Mott Sreet.

Studying the topography, it's … read more

Buckingham Palace has served as the official London residence of the British monarchy since 1837. The palace has 775 rooms, including 19 State rooms, 52 Royal and guest bedrooms, 188 … read more

Skid Hill Lane sounds like it should be the home 30% gradients or a well-know crash site. But instead it is a very pleasant and largely quiet lane that will … read more

An urban hill climbing staple, Swain's Lane is numbered among 99 others of Simon Warren's top climbs in the UK.

Stretching for just 0.6 miles (950 m), and gaining 233 … read more

In general, London is a must with the Thames, many old buildings and new attractions!

The Tower of London is officially Her Majesty's Royal Palace and Fortress of the Tower of London. With nearly 1,000 years of fascinating tales contained within its ancient stone walls, … read more

Since the Queen's Diamond Jubliee officially called Elisabeth tower. "Big Ben" is actually the nickname for the Great Bell of the clock. Make sure to come at the full hour to hear the famous chime!

The 15th-century manor house is located in the 1,000-acre deer park Knole Park. The deer are used to passers-by. Knole itself is one of England's largest houses. Given in 1566 … read more