Lets Go Local - Via the Plumstead Mill

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Usual easy paced 2hr “Let’s Go Local” social ride aiming to reach back to Danson for midday - The Plumstead Mill ride is on mostly quiet roads, paths and parks where possible. We ride to find the mill which dates back to the 1820’s and was used to grind corn, We head off through welling towards Wickham street and Swing gate lane to reach Plumstead common the location of this old Mill building We cross Plumstead common navigating the back streets to reach Plumstead station and into Thamesmead West and Gallions park, here we will pick up a short section of the Thames path and loop back to Welling making our way back to Danson. There are no major hills just a few slopes, however we wait for all riders, Harry leading. 11.8 miles "All Welcome" Suitable for all bike types and levels of rider.
Link to the history of the Mill - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Plumstead_Common_Windmill

"All Welcome"

Please ensure your bike is in roadworthy condition and that the tyres are fully inflated and ideally you have at least one spare inner-tube and that your seat is at the correct height and you are dressed for the weather on the day.

Turn up and ride - details taken at the start unless we have them already.

Please ensure your bike is in roadworthy condition and that the tyres are fully inflated and ideally you have at least one spare inner-tube and that your seat is at the correct height also that you are dressed for the weather on the day.

“Our easy paced Lets Go rides take place every Saturday morning from Danson park”

All routes have been checked and risk assessed prior to the rides going ahead.

Covid-19 and safety info.

Details will be taken at the start of the ride

It is important that we maintain a 2m social distance where possible, never less than 1m. Its Particularly important to maintain social distancing from other users on shared paths. Always give way to pedestrians and to other cyclists so all path users can maintain 1-2 m and feel safe. Riders are advised to bring face masks in case there is an incident where wearing a mask would be appropriate, hand sanitiser is also advised. Bring your own tools and equipment should the worst happed, do not touch other riders bikes or equipment, (respect others) don’t attend if you have been told to self-isolate or have covid symptom’s, please Inform the co -ordinator/leader if you develop symptoms and test positive after the ride by emailing: [email protected] Your bike must be in road worthy condition and tyres correctly inflated, you should have at least one spare innertube, and ensure that your seat is at the correct height for your comfort and riding position, and that you are dressed for the weather on the day, please inform the leader in confidence if you are taking any prescribed medication of have any medical conditions as this info will help greatly if first aid is required. Please bring water and any refreshments required for the ride.

Let's Go - Let's have fun!