{"id":6275,"date":"2022-07-06T21:25:53","date_gmt":"2022-07-06T20:25:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/?p=6275"},"modified":"2023-09-11T13:06:35","modified_gmt":"2023-09-11T12:06:35","slug":"cycle-routes-london","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/cycle-routes-london\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Safe Family-Friendly Cycle Routes in London"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong><strong>Finding cycle routes suitable for kids in London is not the easiest thing. One way is to plot your route using Google Maps&#8217; cycling option, but you can&#8217;t really trust the recommended cycle path to be child-friendly. However, it is possible to cycle traffic-free in London, so check our 10 family-friendly cycling paths suitable for even the youngest family members.<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Types of places to go cycling with kids in London<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Safety is key when cycling with children in the city. But with a mix of cycle networks (Cycleways, Quietways, National Cycle Routes) operating with different types of street signs and maps, it can be really confusing to plan a family-friendly cycle route across London. This is why we usually end up tailoring our own route in advance to be on the safe side. Here are the resources we&#8217;re typically using when looking for cycle paths suitable for family rides: <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"706\" src=\"https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/cycle_route_london.jpg\" alt=\"london eye family cycling\" class=\"wp-image-32836\" srcset=\"https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/cycle_route_london.jpg 600w, https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/cycle_route_london-280x330.jpg 280w, https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/cycle_route_london-127x150.jpg 127w, https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/cycle_route_london-585x688.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Parks:<\/strong> Shared paths and cycle lanes in London&#8217;s many parks <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Regent&#8217;s Canal: <\/strong>Shared paths along the canal   <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Thames Path: <\/strong>Footpaths partially shared with cyclists <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>National Cycle Network: <\/strong>Nationwide network of signed cycle routes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cycleways (TfL):<\/strong> London&#8217;s official network of cycle lanes <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Google Maps:<\/strong> Google&#8217;s recommended cycle routes (usually not safe for kids) <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Our recommended cycle paths are often a mix of these different networks. When it comes to shared paths, note that speed is often limited and there are sections where cyclists must dismount.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"550\" height=\"733\" src=\"https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/thames_path_family_cycle_tour.jpg\" alt=\"family on cycle along the thames path\" class=\"wp-image-32839\" srcset=\"https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/thames_path_family_cycle_tour.jpg 550w, https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/thames_path_family_cycle_tour-248x330.jpg 248w, https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/thames_path_family_cycle_tour-113x150.jpg 113w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 550px) 100vw, 550px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Sometimes it&#8217;s better to dismount and walk &#8211; like on the Thames Path in central London<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-background\" style=\"background-color:#fcb90036\"><strong>Safety First!<\/strong> We have chosen cycle routes in London that are mostly safe, but some parts can be challenging. For some sections, it might be safer for children to dismount and walk with their bikes. Watch your children carefully at all times when cycling in London!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">10 Recommended cycle routes in London for families<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Cycle routes avoiding too many busy roads and traffic junctions:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol>\n<li><a class=\"rank-math-link\" href=\"#anchor-1\">Epping Forest Circular route<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a class=\"rank-math-link\" href=\"#anchor-2\">Richmond Park cycle route <\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a class=\"rank-math-link\" href=\"#anchor-3\">Lewisham to Sydenham via River Pool<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a class=\"rank-math-link\" href=\"#anchor-4\">Thames Path going east from Tower Bridge<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a class=\"rank-math-link\" href=\"#anchor-5\">Battersea Park Circular Cycle Route<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a class=\"rank-math-link\" href=\"#anchor-6\">Central London green belt cycle route <\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a class=\"rank-math-link\" href=\"#anchor-7\">Regent&#8217;s Canal from Little Venice to Camden Lock<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a class=\"rank-math-link\" href=\"#anchor-8\">River Lea and Lee Valley to Waltham Cros<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a class=\"rank-math-link\" href=\"#anchor-9\">Canary Wharf to Victoria Park<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#anchor-10\" data-type=\"internal\" data-id=\"#anchor-10\">Hampton Court to Richmond route<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-black-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-black-background-color has-background is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"anchor-1\">1. Epping Forest Circular Route &#8211; 11 miles<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"780\" height=\"579\" src=\"https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/cycle_route_epping_forest.jpg\" alt=\"cycle route epping forest\" class=\"wp-image-32826\" srcset=\"https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/cycle_route_epping_forest.jpg 780w, https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/cycle_route_epping_forest-330x245.jpg 330w, https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/cycle_route_epping_forest-150x111.jpg 150w, https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/cycle_route_epping_forest-768x570.jpg 768w, https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/cycle_route_epping_forest-585x434.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 780px) 100vw, 780px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Epping Forest is great for family bike rides close to London<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><a class=\"rank-math-link\" href=\"https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/family_cycle_route_epping_forest\/\">Epping Forest<\/a> is London&#8217;s largest green space and it&#8217;s a great spot for a long family cycle trip. Our recommended circular route takes you through the main part of the park on shared gravel paths. You&#8217;ll pass through ancient woodlands and idyllic meadows, so make sure to set aside the whole day and enjoy everything that Epping Forest has to offer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Distance: 18 km \/ 11 miles <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/family_cycle_route_epping_forest\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"691\" height=\"393\" src=\"https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/image-5.png\" alt=\"Epping Forest Circular Cycle Route\" class=\"wp-image-13647\" srcset=\"https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/image-5.png 691w, https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/image-5-300x171.png 300w, https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/image-5-585x333.png 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 691px) 100vw, 691px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/family_cycle_route_epping_forest\/\" class=\"rank-math-link\">Epping Forest Circular Cycle Route<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Highlights:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Ancient woodlands<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Rich wildlife <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Protected nature reserve <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Iron age forts <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Visitor centre with maps <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Signposts <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-black-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-black-background-color has-background is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"anchor-2\">2. Richmond Park Route &#8211; 6 miles<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"780\" height=\"567\" src=\"https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/richmond_park_cycle_route.jpg\" alt=\"richmond park cycle route\" class=\"wp-image-32832\" srcset=\"https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/richmond_park_cycle_route.jpg 780w, https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/richmond_park_cycle_route-330x240.jpg 330w, https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/richmond_park_cycle_route-150x109.jpg 150w, https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/richmond_park_cycle_route-768x558.jpg 768w, https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/richmond_park_cycle_route-585x425.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 780px) 100vw, 780px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">You&#8217;re almost guaranteed to see deer on this cycle route in Richmond Park<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wildlife-richmond-park\/\" class=\"rank-math-link\">Richmond Park<\/a> is one of the most child-friendly parks in London with several family bike ride options. It&#8217;s less manicured than the Central London parks, like Hyde Park and Regent&#8217;s Park, but on the other hand, you get to see wild deer roaming freely! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re not bringing your own bike, you can rent one from Roehampton Gate where they also have plenty of options for children including, seats, trailers and tag-a-longs. Check the official visitor map to make sure you stay on the designated cycle paths and remember that pedestrians have priority.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Distance<\/strong>: 9 km \/ 6 miles<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/family-cycle-route-richmond-park\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"668\" height=\"435\" src=\"https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/image-6.png\" alt=\"Map of Richmond Park Cycling Route \" class=\"wp-image-13660\" srcset=\"https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/image-6.png 668w, https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/image-6-300x195.png 300w, https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/image-6-585x381.png 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 668px) 100vw, 668px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a class=\"rank-math-link\" href=\"https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/family-cycle-route-richmond-park\/\">Richmond Park Family Cycle Route<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Highlights:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Roehampton Cycle Hire<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pen Ponds Cafe<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Wild deer roam freely around<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Isabella Plantation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pembroke Lodge<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>King Henry&#8217;s Mound<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-black-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-black-background-color has-background is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"anchor-3\">3. Lewisham to Sydenham via River Pool &#8211; 3 miles<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/cycling_ladywell_fields-1-of-1-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"river cycle route ladywell fields\" class=\"wp-image-7120\" srcset=\"https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/cycling_ladywell_fields-1-of-1-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/cycling_ladywell_fields-1-of-1-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/cycling_ladywell_fields-1-of-1-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/cycling_ladywell_fields-1-of-1-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/cycling_ladywell_fields-1-of-1-1170x878.jpg 1170w, https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/cycling_ladywell_fields-1-of-1-585x439.jpg 585w, https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/cycling_ladywell_fields-1-of-1.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The Waterlink Way cycle route goes through beautiful Ladywell Fields, then follows River Pool cycling further south <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>If you live in South East London, here&#8217;s a good one for you! Starting from Ladywell Station in Lewisham there\u2019s a connecting chain of traffic-free parks going south along Pool River and Ravensbourne Gardens. Actually, you can cycle all the way from Deptford Creek by the Thames and follow the river south to Lower Sydenham. The route is called the Waterlink Way and Lewisham Council has made an <a aria-label=\"excellent map (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/lewisham.gov.uk\/inmyarea\/sport\/get-active\/walking\/waterlink-way\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"rank-math-link\">excellent map<\/a> highlighting the best cycling route, and how to negotiate the few points that are not traffic-free.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Distance<\/strong>: 5 km \/ 3 miles<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Web:<\/strong> <a aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" class=\"rank-math-link rank-math-link\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/lewisham.gov.uk\/inmyarea\/sport\/get-active\/walking\/waterlink-way\" target=\"_blank\">https:\/\/lewisham.gov.uk\/<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/south-london-cycle-route-families\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"674\" height=\"428\" src=\"https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/image-7.jpg\" alt=\"map of lewisham cycling path\" class=\"wp-image-13664\" srcset=\"https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/image-7.jpg 674w, https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/image-7-300x191.jpg 300w, https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/image-7-585x371.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 674px) 100vw, 674px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/south-london-cycle-route-families\/\" class=\"rank-math-link\">South London Cycle Route<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Highlights:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Ladywell Fields Adventure Playground<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ravensbourne Park Gardens<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>River Pool Linear Park<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bellingham Play Park<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-black-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-black-background-color has-background is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"anchor-4\">4. Thames Path from Tower Bridge to North Greenwich &#8211; 8 miles<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/Thames_Path-4-of-5-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"cycling along the thames path\" class=\"wp-image-6328\" style=\"width:780px;height:520px\" width=\"780\" height=\"520\" srcset=\"https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/Thames_Path-4-of-5-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/Thames_Path-4-of-5-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/Thames_Path-4-of-5-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/Thames_Path-4-of-5-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/Thames_Path-4-of-5-1170x780.jpg 1170w, https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/Thames_Path-4-of-5-585x390.jpg 585w, https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/Thames_Path-4-of-5-263x175.jpg 263w, https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/Thames_Path-4-of-5.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 780px) 100vw, 780px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The Thames Path between Greenwich and North Greenwich is quite narrow<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The Thames Path is our favourite family cycling route, although it can get really busy during summer weekends. Pedestrians take priority, and when cycling with small children it can be difficult to go slalom between everyone strolling along the river. The cycling route is not entirely traffic-free as you will have to use some side streets here and there, but these are usually without much traffic. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/Thames_Path-2-of-5-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"family biking around the O2 arena in greenwich\" class=\"wp-image-6330\" srcset=\"https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/Thames_Path-2-of-5-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/Thames_Path-2-of-5-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/Thames_Path-2-of-5-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/Thames_Path-2-of-5-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/Thames_Path-2-of-5-1170x780.jpg 1170w, https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/Thames_Path-2-of-5-585x390.jpg 585w, https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/Thames_Path-2-of-5-263x175.jpg 263w, https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/Thames_Path-2-of-5.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Lots of opportunities for safe and traffic-free cycling with kids around the O2 Arena in North Greenwich<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re interested in British maritime history, the route takes you past several points of interest like the Mayflower Pub, the Docks, Deptford Wharf, Cutty Sark and the Old Naval College. If you&#8217;re going with kids, stopping by <a href=\"https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/surrey-docks-farm\/\" class=\"rank-math-link\">Surrey Docks Farm<\/a> is a good option, as well as the Children&#8217;s Gallery in the <a href=\"https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/national-maritime-museum\/\" class=\"rank-math-link\">Maritime Museum<\/a> in Greenwich.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Distance<\/strong>: 13 km \/ 8 miles<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/thames-path-cycle-route\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"671\" height=\"428\" src=\"https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/image-7-1.jpg\" alt=\"thames path cycling path map\n\" class=\"wp-image-13667\" srcset=\"https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/image-7-1.jpg 671w, https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/image-7-1-300x191.jpg 300w, https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/image-7-1-585x373.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 671px) 100vw, 671px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/thames-path-cycle-route\/\">Thames Path cycling route<\/a> for families<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Highlights of the Thames Path (going eastward)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Tower Bridge<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Shad Thames<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The Mayflower Pub<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Brunel Museum<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The Salt Quay Pub<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/surrey-docks-farm\/\" class=\"rank-math-link\">Surrey Docks Farm<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Greenland and South Docks Marina<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cutty Sark<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/national-maritime-museum\/\" class=\"rank-math-link\">The National Maritime Museum<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Old Naval College<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The 02 Arena, North Greenwich<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-black-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-black-background-color has-background is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"anchor-5\">5. Battersea Park Circular Cycle Route &#8211; 1.2 miles<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/Battersea_Park-1-of-1-2-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"cycling in battersea park\" class=\"wp-image-6340\" srcset=\"https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/Battersea_Park-1-of-1-2-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/Battersea_Park-1-of-1-2-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/Battersea_Park-1-of-1-2-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/Battersea_Park-1-of-1-2-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/Battersea_Park-1-of-1-2-1170x780.jpg 1170w, https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/Battersea_Park-1-of-1-2-585x390.jpg 585w, https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/Battersea_Park-1-of-1-2-263x175.jpg 263w, https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/Battersea_Park-1-of-1-2.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Having fun testing out some new bike types in Battersea Park <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The only issue cycling in Battersea Park is that there are so many cool things for kids to see that you&#8217;ll be tempted to stop all the time \ud83d\ude42 From Go Ape and play areas to the Children&#8217;s Zoo and a Boating Lake, you&#8217;ll find plenty of kids&#8217; activities to fill the day.  Renting bikes is very expensive, but if you haven&#8217;t tried riding a recumbent before, this might be a good time to test it out! The park gets really busy during weekends, so make sure to stay on the designated paths when plotting your cycle route through Battersea.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Distance<\/strong>: 2 km \/ 1.2 miles<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Web:<\/strong> <a class=\"rank-math-link rank-math-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.letsride.co.uk\/rides\/1083\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/www.letsride.co.uk\/<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/parks\/battersea-cycle-route-families\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"668\" height=\"431\" src=\"https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/image-7.png\" alt=\"cycling map battersea park\" class=\"wp-image-13671\" srcset=\"https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/image-7.png 668w, https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/image-7-300x194.png 300w, https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/image-7-585x377.png 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 668px) 100vw, 668px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/parks\/battersea-cycle-route-families\" class=\"rank-math-link\">Battersea Park<\/a> easy circular biking round<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Highlights:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Battersea Park Children&#8217;s Zoo<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Australian Memorial Garden<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pear Tree Cafe<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Rosery Gardens<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Boating Lake<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Battersea Play Park<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Go Ape Battersea Park<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Old English Garden<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-black-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-black-background-color has-background is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"anchor-6\">6. Central London family-friendly cycle route &#8211; 8 miles<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"780\" height=\"556\" src=\"https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/hyde_park_family_cycle_route.jpg\" alt=\"hyde park family cycle trip\" class=\"wp-image-32834\" srcset=\"https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/hyde_park_family_cycle_route.jpg 780w, https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/hyde_park_family_cycle_route-330x235.jpg 330w, https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/hyde_park_family_cycle_route-150x107.jpg 150w, https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/hyde_park_family_cycle_route-768x547.jpg 768w, https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/hyde_park_family_cycle_route-585x417.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 780px) 100vw, 780px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Hiring a Boris bike is a good option when sticking to the central areas in London. Just keep in mind to return it within 30 min and you keep the costs low.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>We wouldn&#8217;t recommend cycling through Central London with kids, except for this specific mostly traffic-free route. Riding through London&#8217;s most scenic of cycle routes, you&#8217;ll be tempted to make frequent stops to absorb all the glorious Royal splendour. You&#8217;ll take advantage of Central London&#8217;s green belt, cycling through four Royal Parks; Kensington Gardens, Hyde Park, Green Park and St James&#8217;s Park. Rent a &#8220;<a aria-label=\"Boris-bike (opens in a new tab)\" class=\"rank-math-link\" href=\"https:\/\/tfl.gov.uk\/modes\/cycling\/santander-cycles\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Boris-bike<\/a>&#8220;, keep your journeys under 30 minutes and you&#8217;ll get the most cost-efficient sightseeing trip you can get in the capital!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Distance:<\/strong> 13 km \/ 8 miles<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Web:<\/strong> <a class=\"rank-math-link rank-math-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.letsride.co.uk\/routes\/horseguards-and-the-royal-parks\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/www.letsride.co.uk\/<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/central-london-cycle-route-families\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"670\" height=\"431\" src=\"https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/image-8.jpg\" alt=\"Cycle route through central london\" class=\"wp-image-13674\" srcset=\"https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/image-8.jpg 670w, https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/image-8-300x193.jpg 300w, https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/image-8-585x376.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 670px) 100vw, 670px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/central-london-cycle-route-families\" class=\"rank-math-link\">Central London biking map<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Highlights<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/diana-memorial-playground\/\" class=\"rank-math-link\">Diana Memorial Garden<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Kensington Palace<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The Albert Memorial <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Princess Diana Memorial Fountain <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Wellington Arch<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Buckingham Palace<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>10 Downing Street <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Speakers&#8217; Corner<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Serpentine Gallery<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-black-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-black-background-color has-background is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"anchor-7\">7. Regent&#8217;s Canal from Little Venice to Camden Lock &#8211; 3 miles<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/Regents-Canal-1-of-1-1024x678.jpg\" alt=\"Regent's Canal Cycle Route\" class=\"wp-image-6350\" style=\"width:780px;height:516px\" width=\"780\" height=\"516\" srcset=\"https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/Regents-Canal-1-of-1-1024x678.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/Regents-Canal-1-of-1-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/Regents-Canal-1-of-1-768x509.jpg 768w, https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/Regents-Canal-1-of-1-1536x1018.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/Regents-Canal-1-of-1-1170x775.jpg 1170w, https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/Regents-Canal-1-of-1-780x516.jpg 780w, https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/Regents-Canal-1-of-1-585x388.jpg 585w, https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/Regents-Canal-1-of-1-263x175.jpg 263w, https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/Regents-Canal-1-of-1.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 780px) 100vw, 780px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Regent&#8217;s Canal is a popular spot during holidays and weekends. If you go with small children, give them a heads up to take it easy and avoid going too close to the edge!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Little Venice does not look like the original Venice, but it&#8217;s a nice little neighbourhood with narrowboats on the canals and terraced Georgian and Victorian houses typical for the area. Regent&#8217;s Canal is very unique, and thanks to the towpaths that were once constructed for horses to tow barges we can now enjoy a wonderful traffic-free cycling route between East and West London. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The path is not exactly as wide as a boulevard, so be careful not to manoeuvre into the wet elements. You can&#8217;t be too much in a hurry cycling this route, so take your time and get off the bike if too crowded. We have just highlighted the cycling route from Little Venice to Camden Lock, but if you could like to continue further you can cycle canalside all the way to East End and the Limehouse Basin by the Thames.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Distance<\/strong>: 5 km \/ 3 miles<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/regents-canal-cycle-route-families\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"670\" height=\"432\" src=\"https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/image-8-1.jpg\" alt=\"Regent's Canal Cycle Map\" class=\"wp-image-13677\" srcset=\"https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/image-8-1.jpg 670w, https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/image-8-1-300x193.jpg 300w, https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/image-8-1-585x377.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 670px) 100vw, 670px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/regents-canal-cycle-route-families\/\" class=\"rank-math-link\">Map of Regent&#8217;s Canal family-friendly route<\/a> from Little Venice to Camden Lock<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Web:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/canalrivertrust.org.uk\/enjoy-the-waterways\/cycling\/canal-cycling-routes\/regents-canal-cycling-route\" class=\"rank-math-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/canalrivertrust.org.uk\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Highlights<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Little Venice<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Grove House<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>London Zoo<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Regent&#8217;s Park<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Primrose Hill Playground<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Camden Lock<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Camden Market<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"anchor-8\">8. River Lea and Lee Valley from Stratford to Waltham Cross &#8211; 13 miles<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"439\" src=\"https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/river_lea_cycle_path.jpg\" alt=\"river lea cycle route\" class=\"wp-image-32711\" srcset=\"https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/river_lea_cycle_path.jpg 700w, https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/river_lea_cycle_path-330x207.jpg 330w, https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/river_lea_cycle_path-150x94.jpg 150w, https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/river_lea_cycle_path-585x367.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The cycle route along Walthamstow Wetlands <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>This is the longest family cycle route on our list, and it starts from the modern-looking Queen Elizabeth II&#8217;s Olympic Park, featuring impressive venues like the <strong><a class=\"rank-math-link\" href=\"https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/olympic-park-playground\/\">London Aquatics Centre<\/a><\/strong> built for the 2012 London Olympics. The route takes you north following River Lea, which played a significant role historically as the border river between Saxon Wessex and Viking Danelaw in East Anglia. Luckily most of the cycle route is on the western side of the river, so you&#8217;re safe from bloodthirsty <a class=\"rank-math-link\" href=\"https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/vikings-sites-medieval-london\/\">Vikings <\/a>\ud83d\ude09 <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>On route to Waltham Abbey, a traditional market town, you&#8217;ll pass a number of wetland reservoirs supplying London with fresh water.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Distance:<\/strong> 21 km \/ 13 miles<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/river-lea-cycle-route-families\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"670\" height=\"430\" src=\"https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/image-8-2.jpg\" alt=\"Cycle Route along Walthamstow Wetlands\" class=\"wp-image-13681\" srcset=\"https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/image-8-2.jpg 670w, https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/image-8-2-300x193.jpg 300w, https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/image-8-2-585x375.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 670px) 100vw, 670px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Map of the <a class=\"rank-math-link\" href=\"https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/river-lea-cycle-route-families\/\">cycling route between Stratford and Waltham<\/a> Cross along River Lea<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Highlights<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Queen Elizabeth Park <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/olympic-swimming-pool\/\" class=\"rank-math-link\">Olympic Swimming Pool<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/olympic-park-playground\/\" class=\"rank-math-link\">London Aquatics Centre<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>River Lea<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Walthamstow Wetlands<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Waltham Abbey<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"anchor-9\">9. Canary Wharf to Victoria Park via Miles End Park &#8211; 6 miles<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\" src=\"https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/mile_end_victoria_park_cycle_route.jpg\" alt=\"cycle route london mile end park\" class=\"wp-image-32712\" srcset=\"https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/mile_end_victoria_park_cycle_route.jpg 700w, https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/mile_end_victoria_park_cycle_route-330x220.jpg 330w, https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/mile_end_victoria_park_cycle_route-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/mile_end_victoria_park_cycle_route-585x390.jpg 585w, https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/mile_end_victoria_park_cycle_route-263x175.jpg 263w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>This 10 km route takes you from Canary Wharf through Limehouse, Mile End Park and along Regent&#8217;s Canal before ending up in a circular route around Victoria Park. The path takes you through some very contrasty East London neighbourhoods, and you&#8217;ll get the opportunity to try one of London&#8217;s longest slides in Victoria Park&#8217;s playground. Be aware of a few road crossings, although you&#8217;ll mostly cycle completely traffic-free. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Distance: <\/strong>10 km \/ 6 miles<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/victoria-park-canary-wharf-cycle-route\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"699\" height=\"394\" src=\"https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/image-13.png\" alt=\"canary wharf cycle route\" class=\"wp-image-14160\" srcset=\"https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/image-13.png 699w, https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/image-13-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/image-13-585x330.png 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 699px) 100vw, 699px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Highlights<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/museum-docklands\/\" class=\"rank-math-link\">Museum of Docklands<\/a> <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a class=\"rank-math-link\" href=\"https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/victoria-park\/\">Victoria Park<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mile End Park<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mile End Climbing Wall<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-black-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-black-background-color has-background is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"anchor-10\">10. Hampton Court to Richmond upon Thames &#8211; 8 miles<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>This scenic Thames riverside family cycle route between Hampton Court Palace and Richmond is about 8 miles long and mostly flat, with plenty of places to stop and enjoy the views, wildlife and history along the way. You can start at either end of the route, but we recommend starting at Hampton Court Palace, where you can admire the magnificent Tudor architecture and gardens of Henry VIII&#8217;s former residence. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"525\" src=\"https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/richmond_cycle_route2.jpg\" alt=\"richmond thames cycle path\" class=\"wp-image-32710\" srcset=\"https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/richmond_cycle_route2.jpg 700w, https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/richmond_cycle_route2-330x248.jpg 330w, https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/richmond_cycle_route2-150x113.jpg 150w, https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/richmond_cycle_route2-585x439.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Enjoy traffic-free cycling between Hampton Court Palace and Richmond upon Thames<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>From there, you can follow the signs for the Thames Path National Trail, which will take you along the riverbank, past meadows, woodlands and historic landmarks. Some of the highlights include Hampton Court Bridge, the oldest surviving bridge across the Thames; Teddington Lock, the largest lock complex on the river; and Richmond Green, a popular spot for cricket and picnics. The route ends at Richmond upon Thames, a charming town with a rich cultural heritage and plenty of shops, cafes and pubs to explore. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Distance: <\/strong>13 km \/ 8 miles<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/hampton-court-cycle-map-kid-friendly\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"670\" height=\"424\" src=\"https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/hampton_court_cycle_route.jpg\" alt=\"hampton court family cycle route\" class=\"wp-image-32706\" srcset=\"https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/hampton_court_cycle_route.jpg 670w, https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/hampton_court_cycle_route-330x209.jpg 330w, https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/hampton_court_cycle_route-150x95.jpg 150w, https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/hampton_court_cycle_route-585x370.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 670px) 100vw, 670px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Highlights<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/tudor-highlights-at-hampton-court-palace\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"9121\">Hampton Court Palace<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Teddington Lock<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ham House and Garden<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-black-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-black-background-color has-background is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">FAQ Cycling in London<\/h2>\n\n\n<div id=\"rank-math-faq\" class=\"rank-math-block\">\n<div class=\"rank-math-list \">\n<div id=\"faq-question-1610480685569\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">Can you cycle in London&#8217;s parks?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>You can cycle on designated cycle paths in most of London&#8217;s parks. Some of the best parks to cycle in are Hyde Park, Richmond Park, Battersea Park and Regent&#8217;s Park. <\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1610480905240\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">Can you cycle on the pavement in London?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Cycling on the pavement is illegal under British law, and you risk getting a penalty by the police.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1610481079572\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">Can I cycle on the Thames Path in London?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/Shared-path-sign-600-x-600-150x150.jpg\" class=\"alignright\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/Shared-path-sign-600-x-600-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/Shared-path-sign-600-x-600-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/Shared-path-sign-600-x-600-585x585.jpg 585w, https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/Shared-path-sign-600-x-600.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/>\n<p>You can cycle on the Thames Path if it&#8217;s marked as a shared footpath (see image) or as a designated cycle path. <\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1610482026161\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">Can I cycle on the Southbank in London?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>No, cycling is not permitted on the Southbank between London Eye and London Bridge. You can take National Cycle Route no. 4 which is going mostly through quiet streets in parallel to the Southbank.  <\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1610482445422\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">Is cycling with kids safe in London?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>We wouldn&#8217;t recommend scooting through London&#8217;s busy streets with kids. But if you carefully plan in advance and make use of London&#8217;s green spaces, river- and canal-sides you&#8217;ll find plenty of traffic-free cycling routes safe for kids. <\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1610482524921\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">Where can I find traffic-free cycling routes in London?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Check the cycle route suggestions on <a href=\"https:\/\/londonducklings.co.uk\" class=\"rank-math-link\">LondonDucklings<\/a> as well as the National Cycle Network Map. <\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1610482874296\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">Can I cycle through Kew Gardens?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>No, cycling is not allowed in Kew Gardens.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1610482910648\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">Can I cycle through Hyde Park?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Yes, you are allowed to cycle on the designated cycle paths and shared paths in Hyde Park.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1610483120028\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">What&#8217;s the fine for cycling on a footpath in the Royal Parks?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>\u00a360 <\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1610483754403\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">Are the bike lanes safe for kids in London?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>There are several official biking routes in London, and some of them include proper bike lanes. However, with the amount of traffic in Central London, our advice is to limit cycling with kids to traffic-free areas like parks and on the Thames path.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Finding cycle routes suitable for kids in London is not the easiest thing. 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