The snapshot here says it all… In the fine cycling weather we drifted down to Woolwich and took a leisurely trip on the shiny new ferry boat across the Thames. We turned right upstream taking the dedicated foot and cycle route the ‘Thames Path’ which encouraging walkers and riders with removing hazards/obstructions and provides good surfaces and wide waterside views. First stop was at the new and very pleasant Thames Barrier cafe for a quick tea and snack. https://openhouselondon.open-city.org.uk/listings/3304 – Onward through the ultra modern ‘O2 dome’ developments followed by historic Greenwich, the twin towers of the Old RN college, the Cutty Sark and more… A zig zag route eventually to Tower Bridge and over to Fenchurch Street. Lee H, Tracy A and Alan A needed to return home early, … Read entire article »

Dear All. I plan to ride to London this Saturday, 5th October, starting from Grays station… 09.30. A hop up to Barking then down to Woolwich and the tunnel/ferry across and then beside the Thames upstream, at a very steady pace.  Over Tower Bridge and probably head north to intersect the Regents Canal… and homeward from there. Will make it flexible, nothing set in stone. Doing this I won’t do the Sunday ride from Bulphan, it’s likely to pour down… All welcome, bring your mates (-: The trains seem to be running ok… Reply here if you wish, otherwise just be sure to be at Grays station (platform 1) BEFORE 09.30. Have a good one (-: Cheers! Jon L  To non Gateway Cycling members reading this. The ride is not for absolute beginners, you’ll need a … Read entire article »

Dear All. This Sunday 8th September 2019 there is the annual ride around Foulness Island. I did this several years ago and it was truly good natured and great fun with many participants. There are a number of websites with entry forms to register and here below are a few links … I’m not organising anything special but for me I’ll probably take the train halfway there, to Leigh or Westcliff, then ride on to Wakering village. It’s a staged start, the first bunch of riders depart from 09.30 onwards… The entry fee is £15 – for good causes – and if I remember you can register and pay on the day. Once you get to Wakering there will be many riders who will direct you to the starting/registration point … Read entire article »

‘National Bike Week’ is closing fast upon us (Saturday 13/6/2015 – Sunday 21/6/2015) and Gateway Cycling is playing its small part in running a few rides throughout… for riders of all abilities. Please see below a summary of events Friday 12th June 2015 – 19.30 – Club meeting at Orsett, Orsett Churches Centre, High Road Orsett RM16 3ER. All Gateway Cycling members and aspiring members are welcome for tea, cake and chat… Saturday 13th June 2015 – 14.00 – A family ride around the RSPB sanctuary Purfleet, New Tank Hill Road Purfleet RM19 1SZ About six miles and flat… Sunday 14 June 2015 – 08.30am, Meeting at Blackshots Leisure Centre, Blackshots Lane Grays RM16 2JU. A slow beginners ride along country lanes. About twenty miles. Sunday 14 June 2015 – 09.30am Location: Bulphan CofE … Read entire article »