Shortly before you get to Erith on the Thames Path is a surprise- a very steep, footbridge. Part of a dredging complex, there’s no cycling signs at the foot but it’s fun to ride. There are a number of uneven, stepped concrete slabs just before the climb so getting a good run up isn’t easy - you either need to shift to a low gear or stand on the pedals and push hard.

Legend has it that there’s a troll living underneath.

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1. Crossness Pumping Station – Assembly by Peter Burke loop from Crayford

57.5km

03:22

130m

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2. Assembly by Peter Burke – Crossness Pumping Station loop from Selhurst

68.7km

03:55

310m

Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Blackheath Common – Cutty Sark loop from Bexley

51.3km

03:03

200m

Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Location: London, Greater London, England, United Kingdom

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Erith Footbridge on the Thames Path

1. Crossness Pumping Station – Assembly by Peter Burke loop from Crayford

2. Assembly by Peter Burke – Crossness Pumping Station loop from Selhurst

3. Blackheath Common – Cutty Sark loop from Bexley

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