Cycling in Southwark

Enjoy a network of cycle routes along Southwark’s streets away from the traffic.

Southwark Spine 

The Southwark Spine cycle route offers a safe and easy cycle route for all abilities. The route was funded by us and goes from the north to the south of Southwark.

The route is segregated in areas of heavy traffic, with different signals to prioritise cyclists at junctions. On streets with moderate traffic, the road layout, including parking, has been redesigned to make way for cyclists and walkers. 

To learn more about the route:

• email highways@southwark.gov.uk 
• call 020 7525 4571

Rotherhithe trail

Enjoy a 2-mile, signed walking and cycle trail through historic Rotherhithe (PDF, 1.45MB). 

The trail takes in the sights of Canada Water, Albion Channel, Surrey Water, Staves Hill, Russian Dock Woodland, Greenland Dock and Surrey Quays shopping centre. 

Most of the route is traffic free, and there are cafés and picnic stops along the way.

Transport for London's cycle routes

TfL's Cycleways are clearly marked cycle routes across London, including Southwark.

You can also discover family-friendly routes through parks, waterways and forests.

Contact us

We're always looking for ways to improve our cycling routes and infrastructure.

If you have any concerns or ideas to improve your area, get in touch. You can:

• email highways@southwark.gov.uk 
• call: 0207 525 3197