CLUB RIDES at Islington CC

 

Whether you're chasing fitness, climbing hills, or looking for a social spin, ICC offers a full calendar of weekly rides — weekdays and weekends — to suit every kind of rider.

All rides are for members only and are led by volunteers who help keep the pace, route, and vibes spot-on.

Weekday Rides

We run five official weekday rides, from early-morning Regent’s Park laps to scenic evening loops out of London. Here’s what’s on offer:

TUESDAY

Regent’s Park Training Laps
Departs: Zoo Entrance – 06:15 (Apr–Oct) / 06:30 (Nov–Mar)
A fast-paced, pre-work training ride around the outer loop of Regent’s Park. Average pace 35-40km/h

ICC Women’s Chat Laps
Departs: Zoo Entrance – 06:30
A relaxed, social-paced ride led by our women’s community. Open to all levels and perfect for building confidence.

Radlett Revolution
Departs: Highbury Fields – 18:15
Our longest and flattest weekday route: 72 km with ~600m elevation. A scenic spin out to Radlett and back via Potters Bar.

WEDNESDAY

North London Hills
Departs: Highbury Fields – 18:15
A punchy 50 km midweek climb-fest: Swain’s Lane, Alexandra Palace, and Muswell Hill. Around 600m elevation. Legs required.

THURSDAY

"Fixie Loop" (No fixie required!)
Departs: Highbury Fields – 18:15
Rolling countryside roads through North London and Herts. 60 km with ~550m elevation. Popular on geared bikes — despite the name.

FRIDAY

Regent’s Park Social Laps
Departs: Zoo Entrance – 06:30
Easy-paced laps to end the work week right. A social, no-drop ride with buns galore at Fortitude Bakery afterwards.

Weekend Rides

Our weekends are packed with riding opportunities — whether you’re training, socialising, or chasing a café stop.

SATURDAY

Regent’s Park Laps
Departs: Zoo Entrance – 07:00 & 08:00

  • 07:00 laps: Fast-paced and race-focused. Average pace 35 km/h+

  • 08:00 laps: All paces welcome — from chat laps to faster training

Riders split into groups around the park loop and meet up for coffee and chat afterwards.

SUNDAY

Sunday Club Runs
Usually depart: Highbury Fields – 08:30
Sundays are the heart of ICC riding life. Expect a mix of routes and paces — all planned and led by volunteer members.

Options often include:

  • Short café rides

  • Repeats of weekday routes

  • Big days out (e.g. Brighton & back, or 100+ km epics)

Ride info is posted weekly on our members’ online community, so once you’ve signed up, you can see what’s coming up at a glance.

Ride notes and etiquette

  • Helmets are mandatory on all club rides

  • Group sizes and pacing are managed by ride leaders

  • We ride according to ICC Ride Etiquette with safety and inclusivity at the core

Want to get involved?
Make sure you’ve completed your Group Skills introductory session and become a member to join club rides.

 
 

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