Navigating London by Bike: Chertsey to Waltham Cross

Another frosty start in Chertsey! Today was a bit of a "faffy" ride as I navigated my way through the heart of London. I followed the Thames Path past Hampton Court, cut through Kingston, and then headed into Central London. I took a scenic (if slightly confusing) detour past the Royal Albert Hall, through Regent's Park, and past London Zoo. Navigating the city streets and finding my way out towards Waltham Cross was a challenge for the legs and the brain, but I eventually found the campsite at Lee Valley. Today’s Ride Distance: 45 Miles (Approx). Route: Chertsey to Waltham Cross via Hampton Court, Kingston, Central London, and Regent's Park. Highlight: Seeing the Royal Albert Hall and cycling through a very busy Regent's Park. Support me and keep the wheels turning: 🍺 Buy me a beer: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/garrymcg... 👍 Like, comment, and share! 🔔 Stay Updated: Hit the bike icon to keep up with the latest videos and never miss an adventure! I'm Garry McGivern (Travelsonabike2), and I've been travelling the world by bike since 2008. Solo self-supported bicycle touring on my trusty bike, Passepartout. My vlogs are unscripted, down-to-earth and honest—sharing the highs, the lows, and everything in between of a long-distance cyclist. I've now cycled more than 60,000 miles around the world 🌏 and I’m still going. My video 📹 blogs complement my written blogs, which I publish daily on my website, https://www.garrymcgivern.com/, each time I head off on a bicycle tour. Bear in mind when watching. The video 📹 is unscripted and recorded as I cycle along 🚲, and might not be of the highest quality. The footage is then cobbled together when I get home. It's certainly no Hollywood 🎬 production. But it might just make you smile and inspire you to get on your bike and head off on your own bicycle tour. 🚲 Follow my bicycle touring adventures: • Where’s Garry: https://www.garrymcgivern.com/wheres-... • Subscribe to Garry’s Blog: https://www.garrymcgivern.com/follow-... Social Media: 👍 Facebook:   / travelsonabike2   📸 Instagram:   / travelsonabike2   🐦 Twitter/X:   / travelsonabike2   🦋 Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/travelsonabi... 📌 Pinterest:   / travelsonabike2   🧵 Threads: https://www.threads.com/@travelsonabike2 I use a Samsung phone to record my Shorts and a GoPro camera for the longer videos. Help support me and buy your new phone or GoPro camera via the links below; Samsung Phones: https://amzn.to/3IcRYTb GoPro cameras; https://amzn.to/46qa1iJ ✋ Disclaimer: This video is not sponsored. Some links are affiliate links. If you buy something, I may make a small commission at no additional cost to you. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Stay safe, and keep pedalling. 🌍🚴‍♂️ DCM Journey & Awareness: As many of you know, I live with Degenerative Cervical Myelopathy (DCM). Today was a real test of my patience and coordination. The extreme cold at the start made packing up the tent a 2.5-hour ordeal, as my hands were completely frozen [02:42]. Navigating busy city traffic in London also adds a layer of stress when your balance and coordination aren't perfect. I’m also looking ahead to next week, with hospital appointments for both my hip on Wednesday and my neck on Thursday. It’s a constant balancing act between staying active and managing the reality of this condition. Watch my full DCM story:    • My Journey with DCM: Degenerative Cervical...   Learn more at: https://myelopathy.org/ Video Chapters: 00:00 - Frosty Start: A colder night than expected and a slow morning pack-up 01:40 - River Thames: Crossing the river and spotting a sunken boat 03:00 - Hampton Court: Passing the palace and joining the Thames Path 04:40 - Kingston: Taking the scenic route along the river 06:25 - Central London: Deciding to head into the heart of the city 07:50 - Landmark Spotting: Royal Albert Hall and the Science Museum 08:50 - Regent's Park: Cycling through the park and seeing London Zoo 11:00 - Route Confusion: Dealing with road closures and phone navigation issues 12:50 - Hospital Talk: Discussing upcoming appointments for hip and neck 14:40 - Avoiding Hills: Trying (and failing) to bypass the steep parts of Highgate 16:50 - Shop Stop: The hunt for provisions and the shock of London beer prices 19:30 - Route Memory: Reconnecting with familiar roads near Waltham Cross 23:30 - Lee Valley Camp: Arriving at the campsite and settling in #garrymcgivern #travelsonabike2 #cyclingvlog #london #chertsey #walthamcross #wintercycling #dcm #myelopathyawareness #biketouring #cyclinglife #regentspark #royalalberthall #leevalley