London to Cambridge by bicycle
One of the best things about living in London is the comparable relief of the country.
Not only is it Easter weekend, but the weather is unseasonably perfect. In the race to enjoy it, city-dwellers are cramming into planes, trains and automobiles, readying themselves for a grueling journey to something better.
Is it possible to escape from the city while still enjoying the journey? I say yes. My secret? The humble yet powerful bicycle.
I say this now having never been on a long bicycle journey in England, but tomorrow I take the first of what I hope to be many cruises in the country. Tim and I are headed 54 miles north to Cambridge, traveling along the River Lee and passing through Newton (home of Sir Isaac!). I hope we get to Cambridge in time to see a bit of the town, and perhaps enjoy a restful beverage at a "quaint" Cambridge pub.
In the meantime, here are some links I've found useful in my planning:
GPX file of waypoints between London and Cambridge (note: the waypoints between London and Ware along the River Lee are rough estimates at best)
Sustrans - the UK's leading sustainable transport charity, has loads of maps of the UK National Cycle Network
