By bicycle from Hackney to Poplar

Start your ride in Hackney, a lively corner of East London known for its hip cafes, bustling markets, and creative spirit. From here, you'll head southward on a mostly paved and super bike-friendly route, taking advantage of quiet residential roads and designated cycleways for over three-quarters of the journey. It’s an easy roll, with hardly any hills—just a gentle ascent and more descent—making it ideal for cyclists of all levels.

As you pedal towards Poplar, you'll skirt through some of London’s most eclectic neighborhoods, catching glimpses of graffiti art, hidden parks, and old-school architecture. The final stretch leads you into Poplar, a historic area once famous for its docks and now bustling with a vibrant mix of old and new developments, plus easy access to Canary Wharf if you want to keep exploring. At around 8 kilometers total, this route is a relaxed way to connect two diverse parts of the city, perfect for a weekday commute or a laid-back weekend ride.