River & Palaces | A Self-Guided Day of Discovery by Bike

River & PalacesExplore a side of London most people never see.River & Palaces is a self-guided cycling event exploring west London's grand houses, riverside parks and hidden corners.The route links together Hampton Court, Ham House, Marble Hill, Strawberry Hill, Syon Park and Chiswick House via a mixture of cycle paths, riverside routes and quiet roads.Sarah and I rode the route last summer and were genuinely surprised by how good it was. What we thought would be a straightforward ride ended up taking much longer than planned because we kept finding things worth stopping for.Yes, there are the grand houses, but you'll also discover hidden gardens, forgotten landmarks, curious buildings and fascinating snippets of London's history that most people pass by without noticing.This isn't a sportive and it certainly isn't the usual Hidden Tracks muddy lycra-fest. There are no finish times, no pressure and no average speed targets. Ride at your own pace, stop where you like and enjoy a day of discovery.Included in your entry:• Coffee and pastries at the start• GPX route and rider guide• Feed station with Charlie's homemade flapjacks• Mechanical support at the start• Cream tea at the finishRide InformationDate: Saturday 12 September 2026Distance: Approximately 26 miles / 42 kmTerrain: Predominantly cycle paths, riverside routes, park roads and quiet streetsDifficulty: EasySuitable for most bikes, including hybrids, touring bikes, gravel bikes and e-bikes.London Cycling Campaign members receive a 10% discount using code LCC10.We look forward to seeing you there.CharlieHidden Tracks Cycling