Name: Rail & Ride: Leisurely Bike Ride from Canterbury to Dover
Start: 2026-07-26T08:00:00+01:00
End: 2026-07-26T21:00:00+01:00
Location: W6 7BD

Rail & Ride: Leisurely Bike Ride from Canterbury to Dover

Intermediate road ride of about 36 miles, one way, some hills. Good fitness is required. Mostly paved surfaces.
About this Event

Each summer, on the first weekend in August, a group of riders sets off on a leisure ride from London to Amsterdam in memory of David Eales. Day two of the ride is from Canterbury to Dover. We will follow the same route. This is a great route with mesmerising views, some climbs, and beautiful scenery. Cycling along the coastline will be one of your best cycling adventures.
We are still working on the details for the trip. We will take a train from St Pancras International to Canterbury, stop for breakfast before cycling from Canterbury to Dover. Along the route, we will have another refreshment stop and several water stops. Once we reach Dover, riders can head straight to the station and take the next train to London. Alternatively, we can check the local amenities and stop for tea and coffee.

Meeting time and point to be confirmed.

This is a leisurely ride, good fitness is required; Total distance 36 miles, elevation 1025 ft, and expected riding time 4.5-5 hours. This ride is also a recce ride for anyone attending the London to Amsterdam Ride.

We expect to be back in London at about 7-8 pm

Ride Leader: Peri or Casey; Route: https://www.komoot.com/tour/2369550455

Film & Photography Consent

We take pictures during the ride. If you are coming to the ride, you consent to your photographs being used to promote HFC’s aims and work. To opt out please speak to a ride marshal on the day.

As part of our agreed-upon fundraising, we request a donation of £2 or more for this ride. Please bring cash or pay by bank transfer on the day.

Bring locks, lights and carry a spare inner tube or a puncture repair kit. Bring a rain jacket just in case.

If you sign up for this ride and find that you are unable to attend, please text 07878327353 to let us know.

OMA Bikes omabikes.co.uk will be providing support in case you need assistance with a puncture repair.

This ride is organised by Hammersmith & Fulham Cycling, which is part of the London Cycling Campaign. Follow us at https://hfcycling.eventbrite.com

We may contact you after the ride to ask you about your experiences, and we will let you know more ways to sign up for information from the London Cycling Campaign.