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==Start points==
 
==Start points==
There are 5 start points for this year's ride:
 
  
*[[London Marble Arch | Marble Arch]], 14:30 assembly, 15:00 departure, [http://maps.google.co.uk/maps?q=Marble+Arch+Toilets,+London,+Greater+London&hq=Marble+Arch+Toilets,+London,+Greater+London&t=m&z=15 centre of roundabout], nearest post code: W1H 7EL
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'''The traditional date for the ride is the second Saturday in June. Join us on Saturday 8th June 2024.'''
*[[London Regents Park | Regents Park]], 14:30 assembly, 15:00 departure, Cumberland Green, nearest post code: NW1 4HA
 
*[[London Kings Cross | Kings Cross]], 14:30 assembly, 15:00 departure, [http://maps.google.co.uk/maps?q=n1c+4aa&ll=51.535965,-0.124905&spn=0.006941,0.018475&hnear=London+N1C+4AA,+United+Kingdom&t=m&z=16&iwloc=A Granary Square], N1C 4AA
 
*[[London Clapham Junction | Clapham Junction]], 14:45 assembly, 15:00 departure, Grant Road, SW11 2NU
 
*[[London West Norwood | West Norwood]], 12:00 assembly, 14:30 departure, Knights Hill, SE27 0JD
 
  
Here's a topological map (similar to a tube map) showing how they fit together:
 
  
[[File:London_topology.png]]
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Start locations and timings for WNBR London 2024 are shown below for info. Follow us on our new website [https://wnbrlondon.uk/ WNBRLondon.UK] or [https://www.facebook.com/WNBRLondon/ FaceBook] or [https://twitter.com/WNBRLondon Twitter] for latest news. We will need volunteers to help out at each of the starts - please volunteer!!
  
The 3 start points which are north of the river (Marble Arch, Regents Park, and Kings Cross) will all merge together near Piccadilly Circus/Haymarket. The 2 start points which are south of the river (Clapham Junction and West Norwood) will merge together at Vauxhall Bridge. Everyone will then merge together at Belvedere Road (near the London Eye) and cross Waterloo Bridge in a huge group like previous years, then do the rest of the route together.
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The info below is subject to change - please check the latest info on our website at WNBRLondon.UK
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|Clapham Junction||Grant Road, SW11 2NU||14:30||14:45
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|Croydon||233 Shirley Church Road, CR0 5AB||11:00||13:00
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|Hackney Wick||Thingy Cafe, 1 Trowbridge Rd, E9 5LD||11:00||13:45
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|Kew Bridge||North end of Kew Bridge near W4 3NQ||13:15||13:30
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|Regents Park||Outer Circle, near NW1 4NA||14:35||14:50
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|Tower Hill||Trinity Square Gardens,  EC3N 4DJ||13:45||14:45
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|Wellington Arch||Wellington Arch, Hyde Park Corner W1J 7JZ||14:15||14:45
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|Accessible Option||North entrance to St John’s Church Gardens, Secker St, SE1 8UF||15:15||15:45
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|AfterShow||Phantom Peak, Surrey Quays Rd, SE16 7PJ||18:00||23:00
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*[[London Tower Hill | Tower Hill]], 14:00 assembly, 14:45 departure, [https://www.google.co.uk/maps/place/Tower+Hill+Memorial/@51.5095822,-0.0797415,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m13!1m7!3m6!1s0x4876034c1f44bc25:0x41a79f17d3973f3d!2sTrinity+Square,+London+EC3N+4DJ!3b1!8m2!3d51.510171!4d-0.0774632!3m4!1s0x4876034ea04b2333:0x4b066d26ec612d01!8m2!3d51.5095822!4d-0.0775528 Trinity Square Gardens] EC3N 4DJ. [https://www.facebook.com/events/401626133627985/ Facebook event]
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*[[London West Norwood | West Norwood]], 11:00 body painting, 14:00 assembly, 14:30 departure, [https://www.google.co.uk/maps/place/Norwood+Rd,+West+Norwood,+London+SE27+9AW/@51.4378507,-0.1056559,3a,75y,258.19h,87.88t/data=!3m7!1e1!3m5!1sgOu2Oerak34tAm2VcFRuOw!2e0!6s%2F%2Fgeo1.ggpht.com%2Fcbk%3Fpanoid%3DgOu2Oerak34tAm2VcFRuOw%26output%3Dthumbnail%26cb_client%3Dmaps_sv.tactile.gps%26thumb%3D2%26w%3D203%26h%3D100%26yaw%3D51.602165%26pitch%3D0%26thumbfov%3D100!7i13312!8i6656!4m5!3m4!1s0x4876041b3a808ba3:0x478f81b89c073aee!8m2!3d51.4383432!4d-0.1064057 242 Norwood Rd, SE27 9AW]. This ride includes an optional return ride and BBQ. [https://www.facebook.com/WNBRLondon/events/ Facebook event]
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*[[London Clapham Junction | Clapham Junction]], 14:30 assembly, 14:45 departure, [https://www.google.co.uk/maps/@51.4654848,-0.1704324,3a,75y,346.31h,86.33t/data=!3m6!1e1!3m4!1sVI_XvGttSUSIheCr5gVrHQ!2e0!7i13312!8i6656 Grant Road], SW11 2NU. This group also has an optional feeder ride starting from Kew Bridge at 13:45. [https://www.facebook.com/events/1404825546311531/ Facebook event]
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*[[London Clapham Junction | Kew Bridge]], 13:30 assembly, 13:45 departure, [https://www.google.co.uk/maps/@51.4882198,-0.2874828,3a,75y,86.65h,83.93t/data=!3m6!1e1!3m4!1s0wYNG4icHmivq10ziyZCiA!2e0!7i13312!8i6656 North end of Kew Bridge], W4 3NQ. This is an optional feeder ride which will join the Clapham Junction riders. [https://www.facebook.com/events/195240564391114/ Facebook event]
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Planned but subject to final approval by the Royal Parks:
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*[[London Hyde Park|Hyde Park]], 14:15 assembly, 15:00 departure, [https://www.google.co.uk/maps/place/51%C2%B030'44.5%22N+0%C2%B009'41.6%22W/@51.512358,-0.1637547,17z North Carriage Drive], nearest post code: W2 2ET [https://www.facebook.com/WNBRLondon/events/ Facebook event]
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*[[London Regents Park | Regents Park]], 14:00 assembly, 14:40 on your bikes; 14:50 departure, [https://www.google.co.uk/maps/place/51%C2%B031'49.7%22N+0%C2%B008'46.6%22W/@51.5304722,-0.1484665,17z Cumberland Green], nearest post code: NW1 4NA. [https://www.facebook.com/WNBRLondon/events/ Facebook event]
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*[[London Kings Cross | Kings Cross]] (due to 2 conflicting events the Kings Cross start is unable to run this year) [https://www.google.co.uk/maps/place/Lewis+Cubitt+Park/@51.5377901,-0.1284028,16.25z/data=!4m5!3m4!1s0x48761b1645aaaaab:0xc434e5ff45afaf6e!8m2!3d51.5382064!4d-0.1251412 Lewis Cubitt Park], N1C 4UZ.
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Here's a good idea! Find the start you want on [https://www.facebook.com/WNBRLondon/events/ Facebook] and click the button to say you are going or interested.  That way you are most likely to see any updates to times or locations.  Then use the share button to invite all your friends!
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Route details will not be finalised until closer to the date but are likely to be based on last year's ride. Subject to confirmation, here's a topological map (similar to a tube map) showing how they fit together:
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[[File:Tubemapv2021v1(800x498).jpg|600px|WNBR London 2021 Route Diagram]]
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Marble Arch, Regents Park, and Kings Cross will merge together near Piccadilly Circus. Tower Hill joins them at Trafalgar Square. Kew Bridge is a feeder ride for the Clapham Junction start.  This merges with West Norwood at Vauxhall Bridge. Everyone will merge together around Westminster Bridge, then complete the rest of the route in a huge group of around 1000 riders together, with one rest break on the way.
  
 
Here's a geographical map, using the same colours for each leg of the route:
 
Here's a geographical map, using the same colours for each leg of the route:
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NB The exact departure times may change on the day, depending on how many people go to each start point. However, they won't be any earlier than the assembly times listed here.
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==Choosing a Start Point==
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In recent years WNBR London has had multiple start points. We regularly have over 1,000 riders so it would be hard to fit you all in one place. This also means you can choose a convenient location.  But, wherever you start, all groups converge to form one peloton that can be around 4Km long when stretched out!
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So, what considerations might you have?
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* Convenient location
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* Transport links (train/tube/bus)
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* Bike hire locations
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* Length of ride
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* Scenic / sightseeing opportunities
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* Where your friends are starting from
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* Opportunity for social time before ride
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* Bodypainting
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* Crowds vs Small Group
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* Public vs Private
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* Minimising spectators and photographers
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'''Croydon''' is the longest of the routes at 20⅓ miles (32½ Km). It has a gentle pace of about 9mph (when moving, overall average will be closer to 6mph). Following a tour of a few town centres it will be joining the other groups in Central London. The venue is in a gated, private property with no onlookers. Riders are welcome to arrive early, relax, eat sandwiches, socialise and get painted.
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'''Kew Bridge''' is second longest at 17¾ miles (28½ Km). The ride crosses the meandering Thames several times before joining in with the Clapham Junction start. The ride starts from the southbound roadside at the north end of the bridge. As it is a roadside start, participants should not arrive early.
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'''Clapham Junction''' is very convenient for the train connections, after all, it is the biggest junction and has the most trains passing through – over 2,000 on weekdays. It is optionally a circular route, with riders returning to the start point after completing the ride. Our start point is alongside the station (Platform 1 side) in a fairly small public square, so riders should not arrive early. The route is 9 miles (14½ Km) without the optional return leg.
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'''Hackney Wick''' is a new start location for 2024. It's at the Thingy Cafe, 1 Trowbridge Rd, London E9 5LD and is close to Hackney Wick Overground Station. The start is hosted at a café so riders can arrive early, buy food, buy drinks, use the toilet and socialise. It should also be a good place for body painting.
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The other rides are relatively easy rides into the centre.
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[[File:London_2013_routes.png]]
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'''Tower Hill''' is arguably the most scenic ride, starting alongside the Tower of London, crossing four bridges, riding alongside the river, passing through Trafalgar Square and Westminster. It’s handy for London Bridge, Waterloo, Charing Cross, Fenchurch St and Liverpool St stations. We use a reasonably large public park, so it is possible to arrive early, picnic, socialise and do body painting. Because it is a public space there will be onlookers and photographers.  The ride from here is about 7¾ miles (12½ Km).
  
NB The exact departure times may change on the day, depending on how many people go to each start point. However, they won't be any earlier than the assembly times listed here.
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'''Hyde Park''' is the best known starting point and always attracts large crowds (including photographers), so those riders need to enjoy being in a crowd! Each year we have to agree details with the Royal Parks (and the Parks’ Police), but we expect to be able to gather early enough for socialising and bodypainting.  Being a large group of riders, it tends to move slowly. It is a short route at just over 7½ miles (12¼ Km).
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'''Regents Park''' is an easy ride down through the centre of town, and particularly good if you are bringing your bike in via Euston or Kings Cross stations.  The Royal Parks do not give us permission to start from the Park, so we start roadside instead. There has not been a problem with people visiting the park before the start, but do not get naked, do bodypainting or look like you are lining up for the start! This is the shortest route at just under 7½ miles (12 Km).
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'''Wellington Arch''' is again being used as an alternative to Hyde Park.  It is the most popular start with several hundred riders, which can be overwhelming for nervous beginners.  It is an easy route of around 8 miles.
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All the routes merge for the core part of the route, from Westminster Bridge onwards, to form the 1,000+ rider peloton (which always moves at a safe, comfortable pace and gets stuck a bit). The main route ends near '''Hyde Park Corner'''.
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There will then be an optional onward ride for people cycling to the '''afterparty''' venue.
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If you are worried about how far you can cycle, bear in mind that you can choose to finish any time you want to.  You don’t have to do the full course to show your support for the campaign.
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Start points and routes may be subject to change due to unforeseen traffic conditions on the day so riders should check the exact locations and details on the WNBR London website, FaceBook pages or Twitter feed.
  
 
==Things to Know==
 
==Things to Know==
 
'''Wear clothes before and after the ride'''
 
'''Wear clothes before and after the ride'''
  
Do not undress until just before the protest moves off, as this will undermine our positive relationship with the authorities.  There is no law against nudity in Britain, but please don't exercise your right to nudity in London before the ride, as it will impact on our ability to make arrangements with police. Feel free to undress in the UK at any other time of the year, as this will not have any impact on the WNBR.
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Do not undress until just before the protest moves off, as this will undermine our positive relationship with the authorities.  There is no law against nudity in England, but please don't exercise your right to nudity in London before the ride, as it will impact on our ability to make arrangements with police. Feel free to undress in the UK at any other time of the year, as this will not have any impact on the WNBR.
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Body paint, decorated bikes, flags, whistles, etc make a great impression.  Remember - it is '''AS BARE AS YOU DARE''' you do not need to be naked.  If you are concerned about spectators and cameras at the start, you might keep some clothes on until the first time the ride halts.
  
 
Some more information about the [[London photography policy | photography policy]] can be found here: [[United_Kingdom_FAQ#Will_people.2F_the_press_photograph_me.3F|UK FAQ]]
 
Some more information about the [[London photography policy | photography policy]] can be found here: [[United_Kingdom_FAQ#Will_people.2F_the_press_photograph_me.3F|UK FAQ]]
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'''Assembly area'''
 
'''Assembly area'''
  
You can assemble at one of the start points quarter of an hour before the actual start time. You can stay dressed as long as you want, but don't get undressed more than five minutes before the advertised start time, or as otherwise directed. If you turn up too early, Stewards will ask you to leave and return at the proper time. See the section below to read why. Be prepared to form up ready for departure at about five minutes before departure. The protest will start at different times at different locations - see details above.
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You can assemble at one of the start points before the actual start time; see above for exact times at different locations. You can stay dressed as long as you want, but don't get undressed more than five minutes before the advertised start time, or as otherwise directed. If you turn up too early, Stewards will ask you to leave and return at the proper time. See the section below to read why. Be prepared to form up ready for departure at about five minutes before departure. The protest will start at different times at different locations - see details above.
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'''Body Painting'''
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This varies depending on the start point. Please consult the relevant page for specific information.
  
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'''Body Painting and Body Painting Area (informal/small) from 1.30pm till 3pm'''
 
See below - [[London_ride#Body painting | Body Painting]]
 
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'''Route'''
 
'''Route'''
  
 
Arranging the route for the WNBR requires negotiation with multiple authorities, working around other events, some of which are planned well in advance and others which occur on very short notice. The WNBR isn't the London Marathon and can't agree roads being closed months in advance. We try and ensure the route goes past many of the London landmarks where it will be seen by people on the streets. This helps to promote the goals of the protest ride whilst letting you see London whilst doing something a little bit different. We do try to announce the route beforehand, but sometimes it is difficult to do so without having to change it at the last minute. This is why the route isn't always available beforehand and may even change on the day at the discretion of the lead marshal.
 
Arranging the route for the WNBR requires negotiation with multiple authorities, working around other events, some of which are planned well in advance and others which occur on very short notice. The WNBR isn't the London Marathon and can't agree roads being closed months in advance. We try and ensure the route goes past many of the London landmarks where it will be seen by people on the streets. This helps to promote the goals of the protest ride whilst letting you see London whilst doing something a little bit different. We do try to announce the route beforehand, but sometimes it is difficult to do so without having to change it at the last minute. This is why the route isn't always available beforehand and may even change on the day at the discretion of the lead marshal.
  
After the five rides come together, the plan is to follow a route similar to 2011 (a circular 9 mile (14km) route of mostly flat cycling). The 2013 route should see you passing the London landmarks of Piccadilly Circus, Trafalgar Square, Whitehall, Parliament, London Eye, Royal Courts of Justice, Ludgate, St Paul's Cathedral, Covent Garden, The Mall and Wellington Arch.
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The route should see you passing the London landmarks of Piccadilly Circus, Trafalgar Square, Whitehall, Parliament, Westminster Bridge, London Eye, Waterloo Bridge, Royal Courts of Justice, Covent Garden, The Mall and Wellington Arch. Altogether, our multiple start points will see us crossing 12 bridges over the Thames and covering 33 miles of London's streets!
  
The proposed route is on BikeMap.net [http://www.bikemap.net/route/1430059 here], though it turns out we can't use the whole length of The Mall this year, so we will make a detour via Marlborough Road back via Piccadilly. The list of streets and collation points (for pauses to let back-markers catch up) can be seen [http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/images/3/32/2012_London_Route.pdf here].
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It's a really good idea to take your clothes with you on the ride. Make sure they are secured though.  You don't want to be the person who lost their clothes on the ride or the one whose friends decided the ride was taking too long, they had better things to do and went home with your clothes.
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There is no secure storage for your clothes or valuables while we are doing the ride.  You need to take them with you.  Most people either have carriers on their bike or wear a backpack. It's also risky to trust friends to carry them in case you can't find them in the crowd.
 
 
Even though the route will be circular, there is no plan to provide secure storage while we are doing the ride.
 
  
 
'''Ride length'''
 
'''Ride length'''
  
About 9 miles plus a variable start leg depending on where you begin. Very few hills.  An easy, leisurely ride! In 2011 it took 2.5 hours and we still managed to lose people at traffic lights.
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The routes are between 7 and 21 miles long depending on where you begin - so choose one that suits your ability. Central London is fairly flat with very few hills.  It's an easy, leisurely ride, going at the pace of the slowest riders and pausing to allow the groups to catch up! It should take around 2.5 hours for the shorter routes.
  
 
'''Finish'''
 
'''Finish'''
  
The finish is at Wellington Arch.  When you arrive at the end of the ride, congratulate yourself and fellow riders on staging a successful protest. The finish area will not be a venue for prolonged naked socialising. So when you've found your friends, taken your photographs and celebrated the highlights of the ride, please get dressed and move on to continue your celebrations elsewhere.  In particular, please note that playing games, such as Frisbee or ball games, in the finish area is not allowed.
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The finish is Hyde Park Corner/Wellington Arch.  When you arrive at the end of the ride, congratulate yourself and fellow riders on staging a successful protest. The finish area will not be a venue for prolonged naked socialising. So when you've found your friends, taken your photographs and celebrated the highlights of the ride, please get dressed and move on to continue your celebrations elsewhere.  In particular, please note that playing games, such as Frisbee or ball games, in the finish area is not allowed.
  
 
The dispersal will commence as soon as the ride finishes. People will be asked by Stewards to leave the roadway, dress and depart immediately.
 
The dispersal will commence as soon as the ride finishes. People will be asked by Stewards to leave the roadway, dress and depart immediately.
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Get dressed before you leave the finish area.  If you decide to move into surrounding areas, please show consideration for others. Remember that any misbehaviour that is associated with WNBR riders may jeopardise our ability to continue assembling anywhere in London in future years.
 
Get dressed before you leave the finish area.  If you decide to move into surrounding areas, please show consideration for others. Remember that any misbehaviour that is associated with WNBR riders may jeopardise our ability to continue assembling anywhere in London in future years.
 
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'''After Ride Celebration'''
  
At this time there are no official after ride parties planned.  Anyone arranging gatherings elsewhere or parties in the evening is not affiliated with the World Naked Bike Ride.
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The West Norwood group are planning a return ride and BBQ. At this time there is no other after-ride party planned.  Any gatherings elsewhere or parties in the evening are not affiliated with the World Naked Bike Ride. We can accept no responsibility for what you choose to do before or after the ride.
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Date: Saturday 8 June 2024
Time: Depends on start point
Location: Various

Start points

The traditional date for the ride is the second Saturday in June. Join us on Saturday 8th June 2024.


Start locations and timings for WNBR London 2024 are shown below for info. Follow us on our new website WNBRLondon.UK or FaceBook or Twitter for latest news. We will need volunteers to help out at each of the starts - please volunteer!!

The info below is subject to change - please check the latest info on our website at WNBRLondon.UK

World Naked Bike Ride London, Saturday 8th June 2024
Start Meeting Point Assemble Ride
Clapham Junction Grant Road, SW11 2NU 14:30 14:45
Croydon 233 Shirley Church Road, CR0 5AB 11:00 13:00
Hackney Wick Thingy Cafe, 1 Trowbridge Rd, E9 5LD 11:00 13:45
Kew Bridge North end of Kew Bridge near W4 3NQ 13:15 13:30
Regents Park Outer Circle, near NW1 4NA 14:35 14:50
Tower Hill Trinity Square Gardens, EC3N 4DJ 13:45 14:45
Wellington Arch Wellington Arch, Hyde Park Corner W1J 7JZ 14:15 14:45
Accessible Option North entrance to St John’s Church Gardens, Secker St, SE1 8UF 15:15 15:45
AfterShow Phantom Peak, Surrey Quays Rd, SE16 7PJ 18:00 23:00


Here's a good idea! Find the start you want on Facebook and click the button to say you are going or interested. That way you are most likely to see any updates to times or locations. Then use the share button to invite all your friends! NB The exact departure times may change on the day, depending on how many people go to each start point. However, they won't be any earlier than the assembly times listed here.

Choosing a Start Point

In recent years WNBR London has had multiple start points. We regularly have over 1,000 riders so it would be hard to fit you all in one place. This also means you can choose a convenient location. But, wherever you start, all groups converge to form one peloton that can be around 4Km long when stretched out!

So, what considerations might you have?

  • Convenient location
  • Transport links (train/tube/bus)
  • Bike hire locations
  • Length of ride
  • Scenic / sightseeing opportunities
  • Where your friends are starting from
  • Opportunity for social time before ride
  • Bodypainting
  • Crowds vs Small Group
  • Public vs Private
  • Minimising spectators and photographers


Croydon is the longest of the routes at 20⅓ miles (32½ Km). It has a gentle pace of about 9mph (when moving, overall average will be closer to 6mph). Following a tour of a few town centres it will be joining the other groups in Central London. The venue is in a gated, private property with no onlookers. Riders are welcome to arrive early, relax, eat sandwiches, socialise and get painted.

Kew Bridge is second longest at 17¾ miles (28½ Km). The ride crosses the meandering Thames several times before joining in with the Clapham Junction start. The ride starts from the southbound roadside at the north end of the bridge. As it is a roadside start, participants should not arrive early.

Clapham Junction is very convenient for the train connections, after all, it is the biggest junction and has the most trains passing through – over 2,000 on weekdays. It is optionally a circular route, with riders returning to the start point after completing the ride. Our start point is alongside the station (Platform 1 side) in a fairly small public square, so riders should not arrive early. The route is 9 miles (14½ Km) without the optional return leg.

Hackney Wick is a new start location for 2024. It's at the Thingy Cafe, 1 Trowbridge Rd, London E9 5LD and is close to Hackney Wick Overground Station. The start is hosted at a café so riders can arrive early, buy food, buy drinks, use the toilet and socialise. It should also be a good place for body painting.


The other rides are relatively easy rides into the centre.


Tower Hill is arguably the most scenic ride, starting alongside the Tower of London, crossing four bridges, riding alongside the river, passing through Trafalgar Square and Westminster. It’s handy for London Bridge, Waterloo, Charing Cross, Fenchurch St and Liverpool St stations. We use a reasonably large public park, so it is possible to arrive early, picnic, socialise and do body painting. Because it is a public space there will be onlookers and photographers. The ride from here is about 7¾ miles (12½ Km).

Hyde Park is the best known starting point and always attracts large crowds (including photographers), so those riders need to enjoy being in a crowd! Each year we have to agree details with the Royal Parks (and the Parks’ Police), but we expect to be able to gather early enough for socialising and bodypainting. Being a large group of riders, it tends to move slowly. It is a short route at just over 7½ miles (12¼ Km).

Regents Park is an easy ride down through the centre of town, and particularly good if you are bringing your bike in via Euston or Kings Cross stations. The Royal Parks do not give us permission to start from the Park, so we start roadside instead. There has not been a problem with people visiting the park before the start, but do not get naked, do bodypainting or look like you are lining up for the start! This is the shortest route at just under 7½ miles (12 Km).

Wellington Arch is again being used as an alternative to Hyde Park. It is the most popular start with several hundred riders, which can be overwhelming for nervous beginners. It is an easy route of around 8 miles.

All the routes merge for the core part of the route, from Westminster Bridge onwards, to form the 1,000+ rider peloton (which always moves at a safe, comfortable pace and gets stuck a bit). The main route ends near Hyde Park Corner.

There will then be an optional onward ride for people cycling to the afterparty venue.

If you are worried about how far you can cycle, bear in mind that you can choose to finish any time you want to. You don’t have to do the full course to show your support for the campaign.

Start points and routes may be subject to change due to unforeseen traffic conditions on the day so riders should check the exact locations and details on the WNBR London website, FaceBook pages or Twitter feed.

Things to Know

Wear clothes before and after the ride

Do not undress until just before the protest moves off, as this will undermine our positive relationship with the authorities. There is no law against nudity in England, but please don't exercise your right to nudity in London before the ride, as it will impact on our ability to make arrangements with police. Feel free to undress in the UK at any other time of the year, as this will not have any impact on the WNBR.

Body paint, decorated bikes, flags, whistles, etc make a great impression. Remember - it is AS BARE AS YOU DARE you do not need to be naked. If you are concerned about spectators and cameras at the start, you might keep some clothes on until the first time the ride halts.

Some more information about the photography policy can be found here: UK FAQ

Assembly area

You can assemble at one of the start points before the actual start time; see above for exact times at different locations. You can stay dressed as long as you want, but don't get undressed more than five minutes before the advertised start time, or as otherwise directed. If you turn up too early, Stewards will ask you to leave and return at the proper time. See the section below to read why. Be prepared to form up ready for departure at about five minutes before departure. The protest will start at different times at different locations - see details above.

Body Painting

This varies depending on the start point. Please consult the relevant page for specific information.

Route

Arranging the route for the WNBR requires negotiation with multiple authorities, working around other events, some of which are planned well in advance and others which occur on very short notice. The WNBR isn't the London Marathon and can't agree roads being closed months in advance. We try and ensure the route goes past many of the London landmarks where it will be seen by people on the streets. This helps to promote the goals of the protest ride whilst letting you see London whilst doing something a little bit different. We do try to announce the route beforehand, but sometimes it is difficult to do so without having to change it at the last minute. This is why the route isn't always available beforehand and may even change on the day at the discretion of the lead marshal.

The route should see you passing the London landmarks of Piccadilly Circus, Trafalgar Square, Whitehall, Parliament, Westminster Bridge, London Eye, Waterloo Bridge, Royal Courts of Justice, Covent Garden, The Mall and Wellington Arch. Altogether, our multiple start points will see us crossing 12 bridges over the Thames and covering 33 miles of London's streets!

There is no secure storage for your clothes or valuables while we are doing the ride. You need to take them with you. Most people either have carriers on their bike or wear a backpack. It's also risky to trust friends to carry them in case you can't find them in the crowd.

Ride length

The routes are between 7 and 21 miles long depending on where you begin - so choose one that suits your ability. Central London is fairly flat with very few hills. It's an easy, leisurely ride, going at the pace of the slowest riders and pausing to allow the groups to catch up! It should take around 2.5 hours for the shorter routes.

Finish

The finish is Hyde Park Corner/Wellington Arch. When you arrive at the end of the ride, congratulate yourself and fellow riders on staging a successful protest. The finish area will not be a venue for prolonged naked socialising. So when you've found your friends, taken your photographs and celebrated the highlights of the ride, please get dressed and move on to continue your celebrations elsewhere. In particular, please note that playing games, such as Frisbee or ball games, in the finish area is not allowed.

The dispersal will commence as soon as the ride finishes. People will be asked by Stewards to leave the roadway, dress and depart immediately.

Dispersal

Get dressed before you leave the finish area. If you decide to move into surrounding areas, please show consideration for others. Remember that any misbehaviour that is associated with WNBR riders may jeopardise our ability to continue assembling anywhere in London in future years.