Cally Park and Freightliners City Farm

A little culture and charm in Islington. We cycle to Caledonian Park to view the beautiful Clock Tower and the gates which describe the history of this park, and then follow to Freightliners City Farm to see some animals. This is an easygoing ride with a mix of quiet roads and cycling lanes, as well as some busier roads.

THE DESTINATION: Caledonian Park, also known as the Cally, housed the Cally Market and, before that, the Metropolitan Cattle Market. Its fascinating story can be found here: callypark.london/. Its neighbour Freightliners Farm was once the site of Lost and Starving Dogs, today known as Battersea Dogs and Cats Home, founded by the local Mary Tealby.

THE ROUTE: We cycle through Camden, the Regent’s Canal, Regent’s Park and Maida Vale.
We aim to be back at Roundwood Park before 3pm.

If you find this ride fully booked, sign up to the waiting list as spaces always become available nearer the date. However, please do not sign up if you’re not sure you can come, and cancel your space as soon as possible if your plans change.


IMPORTANT POINTS: *Helmets aren't compulsory but advisable. *Check that your tyres are pumped and bring a spare inner tube and all necessary tools in case of a puncture. *We have a 3-strike policy: those who don’t cancel but don’t turn up on the day of the ride 3 times will be banned from booking on other rides. *Only riders who are booked on this ride will be allowed to join. *Unless the weather takes a nasty turn making it unsafe or unpleasant to cycle, this ride will go ahead even if it rains. Dress for the weather and bring a raincoat just in case. *We sometimes video record our rides which are later published on YouTube. By joining our rides, you are authorising your image to appear on the video and photos.

We especially welcome newbies!