West London Cycling Mela
Join us during Bike Week for the West London Cycling Mela, an afternoon of free to access cycling themed activities, performances and led rides. Featuring The Everyday Cyclist exhibition by Becky Mursell.
- Booking not needed
- Free event
Activities include led rides from locations in local boroughs to Osterley Park, Dr Bike for free repairs, try a cargo bike, bike marking, performance by The Bicycle Ballet, activities by Outspoken Events including a scalectrix and smoothie making (by pedal power - charge for smoothie applies). The West London Cycling Mela is organised by the London Borough of Hounslow, and it is supported by the London Boroughs of Ealing, Hammersmith & Fulham and Richmond upon Thames. The National Trust is supporting the delivery of the West London Cycle Mela at Osterley Park & House.
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The basics
- Booking details
Call N/A
- Suitability
This event is suitable for people of all ages.
- Meeting point
Access to Osterley is via Jersey Road or Osterley Lane. See the link below for instructions on joining the Big Pedal to West London Cycling Mela at Osterley Park
- What to bring and wear
Please wear comfortable, weather appropriate clothing for outdoor areas.
- Accessibility
There is a 2-3 minute cycle from the Jersey Road entrance to the Front Lawn where the event takes place. You can also access the park via Osterley Lane leading from Norwood Green. Bike parking is available by the Stables courtyard near the event, with some additional parking on the front lawn.
- Other
Smoothie making includes a charge for the smoothie.
Upcoming events
The Everyday Cyclist
With a passion for cycling, The Everyday Cyclist has been created by professional photographer Becky Mursell. These powerful portraits will be lining the railings of Osterley Park's lake in time to celebrate the West London Cycling Mela on 13 June.
Nature Spotting Challenge
Bird Bingo is back! Challenge yourself to tick off 5 birds in a row (vertically or horizontally) that you spot at Osterley. Hunt for mini beast (bugs, insects and worms). We have a list of 'mini beast' for you to try and find along the long walk.
‘Journeys – Wedding Shawls, Baghs and Phulkaris from the Karun Thakar Collection'
At Osterley, intricately-embroidered wedding shawls from Punjab will fill Robert Adam’s neoclassical rooms with colour and craft.
Queer* Connections at Osterley House
This guide is designed to help you explore the often-hidden Queer* narratives that can be found in Osterley House. Normal admission applies.