Cycling in the Borough via the 50 miles of London Cycle Network, including the Thames Cycle Route, is an enjoyable and free way to discover all there is to see and do. Cycle routes in Richmond link the many open spaces with minor roads and safe crossing points for cyclists are being provided at junctions with main roads. The routes in Richmond are being continually developed in consultation with experienced local cyclists from all over the Borough.

Publications
You can order individual Cycle Guides, covering the whole of London, from the Transport for London website. The Borough of Richmond upon Thames is covered largely by Guide No. 9, but Guides 6 and 10 are also relevant. Click here to visit the order page.

NEW! Cycle trail in Richmond brought to you by the National Trust. A circular 6½ mile route along the River Thames, past Marble Hill House, Ham House and Garden and the iconic view from the top of Richmond Hill, and through Richmond Park and the historic avenues of Ham. Bring your own bike or hire one at Richmond Station, where the route begins. Click here for a detailed description and a map.

Bike Hire

Visitors to Richmond can now explore the area by bicycle using the new Richmond Station Cycle Hire service.

Non-folding and folding bikes are available for weekend use. Speak to the cycle hire staff at the Visitor Information Stand located in Richmond Station and bring along the following items:

• ID & Proof of address (i.e. driving license)
• £50 Deposit

Cycling is a great way to access the wide range of destinations Richmond has to offer. Pick up a cycle map at the Visitor Information Stand and choose from many scenic routes, including the Thames Path, Richmond park, and Bushy Park.

Bikes are available to hire over weekends (Saturday - Sunday) for a weekend rate of £40.

For more information about Richmond Station Cycle Hire please email richmondbikes@swtrains.co.uk or visit the Visitor Information Stand at Richmond Station.

Blazing Saddles operate cycle hire by Richmond Bridge

Parkcycle operate cycle hire in Richmond Park. Their main cycle centre is located in the Roehampton Gate car park. At peak periods, they also operate a secondary location at Pembroke Lodge car park close to Richmond Gate. Please see the Parkcycle Website for all information on hire and cycling in Richmond Park

Active Cycles on the Lower Mortlake Road also have bikes for hire. The telephone number is 020 8940 3717

Richmond Cycles offer bike hire from East Twickenham and can be contacted on 020 8892 4372.

Cycle Tours

Capital Sport operate gentle cycling tours along the Thames from Richmond to Oxford. Day tours, short breaks and longer tours include cycle hire, route directions and sightseeing details. Both bed and breakfast and hotel accommodation is offered along with luggage transfers and a host. Most tours are self guided. All the information for these tours is on their website at www.capital-sport.co.uk where they can also be booked.

Mind The Gap Tours offer day trips from Central London to Hampton Court Palace using public transport. The all-inclusive price for a day includes all travel, a 7-mile gentle, traffic free guided bike tour on vintage style bikes from Richmond Station to Hampton Court Palace, fast track entrance to the Palace and a £1 donation to the Woodland Trust. More information and pictures can be found on Mind The Gap Tours facebook page or www.mindthegaptours.com.