A 5.5-mile ride will start and finish at Library Green on Sunday, 25th May

A cyclist puts on her helmet — credit Enfield Council

Enfield is one of 14 boroughs hosting events next month as part of the inaugural London Cycling Festival.

Organised by London Cycling Campaign (LCC) and London boroughs, with support from Lime and Zero Emissions Network, London Cycling Festival on Sunday, 25th May, brings together “inclusive and family-friendly cycling events” across the capital.

Trained LCC ride leaders and marshals will be running more than 40 family-friendly and inclusive cycle rides designed to be suitable for children and less confident cyclists to join.

In Enfield specifically, a 5.5-mile ride will start and finish at Library Green, finishing between 12pm and 12.30pm with a big team photo. The event also includes bike security marking, safe cycling information, cycle skills training, and a kids cycle obstacle course.

Alex Atherton from Enfield Cycling Campaign said: “We’re delighted that the Enfield [branch] of London Cycling Campaign is participating in the inaugural London Cycling Festival.

“We are looking forward to seeing Enfield Town Library Green full of cyclists of all ages and abilities on the day and participating in the ride. It will be a good marker for the new route between Enfield Town and Broxbourne which will be part of the event.”

Will Norman, London’s walking and cycling commissioner, said: “The new London Cycling Festival is an exciting opportunity for even more Londoners to experience the freedom and joy of cycling, with more than 30 family-friendly rides and entertainment across 14 boroughs

“These marshalled rides are a fun way for those new to cycling or less confident on a bike to give it a go alongside others in their community, breaking down the barriers to active travel. The mayor and TfL are committed to making cycling more accessible for all, and we are extremely proud of our work to expand the protected cycleway, which now spans over 400km in length.

“I encourage everyone to get out in their area and enjoy the festival, which supports the mayor’s aim for a greener, fairer London for all.”

Tom Fyans, chief executive of London Cycling Campaign, said: “We’re so excited to be working with Lime and councils across London to put on this festival.

“May’s a perfect time to get out and cycle in your area, and LCC’s inclusive rides mean even if you and your family don’t get out and cycle together normally, you can on 25th May, with our marshalled family-friendly group rides in your borough. This is a perfect moment to celebrate London’s amazing cycling together.”

For more information:
Visit lcc.org.uk/events/enfield-london-cycling-festival

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