By bicycle from Camberwell to Catford

Hop on your bike in bustling Camberwell—famous for its art school, cool cafes, and street art—and set off southeast toward Catford. This ride clocks in at just over 15 km and will take you through some of south London’s leafier, quieter neighborhoods. Over half your journey is along dedicated cycleways and quiet side roads, letting you enjoy a relaxed pedal without much traffic stress.

You’ll weave past parks, local markets, and classic London terraces. There’s a gentle ascent early on—nothing that’ll leave you out of breath—before you cruise mostly downhill toward Catford. The surfaces are overwhelmingly good, mostly smooth asphalt and pavement, so skinny tires are just fine.

When you roll into Catford, look out for the iconic Catford Cat sculpture eyeing up the Broadway, and perhaps grab a coffee at one of the area’s indie spots. All in all, a great route for anyone who wants to see authentic south London at a bike-friendly pace!