Family bike ride from Whitton to Bushy Park this Sunday
20 August 2026 · By Boroughly editorial — AI-assisted, human-reviewed.
If the weather holds after Friday's forecast rain, Sunday 23 August looks like a good day to get the bikes out. Richmond Cycling Campaign is running its August Family Bike Ride, starting from Whitton Station and heading through Hampton Heath before arriving at Bushy Park for a refreshment stop, then looping back.
The route has been chosen for its low-traffic roads, making it genuinely suitable for families with younger children — no need for confident urban cycling skills. The ride is led by a qualified Ride Leader throughout, so there is always someone experienced at the front and back of the group.
Bushy Park is one of Richmond's finest open spaces, and arriving by bike rather than car means you avoid the car park queues that build on busy summer weekends. It is also a satisfying way to spend a Sunday morning without spending anything at all.
Places are free but registration is requested so the organisers know how many riders to expect. Full details and the registration link are on the council's website at richmond.gov.uk.