Herne Hill Velodrome
A historic outdoor cycling track in south London, built in 1891, where beginners can try track riding in a low-cost taster session with bike and helmet hire included.
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- Price: £ · Budget
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Did you know
The track hosted the cycling events at the 1948 Olympics and, between 1987 and 2011, was London's only operational velodrome.
Local tip
Book a Track Taster online through the velodrome's sessions calendar. Bring gloves (mandatory), closed-toe shoes and water, and arrive 15 to 30 minutes early because latecomers cannot join. Minimum age varies by session (8 or 14 and over), so check the listing.
Finding it
- Address
- 104 Burbage Road, London SE24 9HE
- Nearest station
- North Dulwich (National Rail), 546 m away
Details change, so check with the place before you set off.
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