Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Anyone who loves cycling! From enthusiastic beginners to experienced riders, we welcome everyone. If you value friendly, social rides and can comfortably average 12 mph over 20 miles, you'll fit right in.

Join online in minutes via our membershiop sign up page. After joining you'll get access to the ride calendar, WhatsApp and Spond groups and booking links for rides.

We pride ourselves on being one of the most accessible and affordable cycling clubs in London. We offer a few simple options: Full Membership (£20/year): Includes your London Clarion membership PLUS National Clarion Cycling Club membership and comprehensive £5m third-party liability insurance. (Runs Jan 1 – Dec 31). London Clarion Only (£10/year): Perfect if you already hold third-party insurance through British Cycling or Cycling UK. (Valid for a rolling 12 months from your join date). Family Membership: Available for two adults and any number of children under 18 years old. For more info visit How to Join

Family membership options are available. Family membership is for two adults and any number of children under 18 years old.

Absolutely. We know joining a new club can be daunting, so we offer a 30-day free trial. You can sign up as a guest, get access to our Spond app, and come along for a ride to meet the members and experience our friendly club culture before paying any membership fees. For more details visit the homepage

If you choose the London-only option, your membership runs for a full 12 months from the exact date you join. For the combined Full Membership (London + National Clarion), it runs on a calendar-year basis. (Bonus: Join after Sept 1st, and the rest of the current year plus the entire following year is included!)

You’re officially part of the crew! You'll receive a welcome pack, get added to our communication groups, and start receiving ride invites. From there, just browse the calendar, book the rides that match your preferred pace and distance, and show up!

If you want a club where nobody gets left behind, the London Clarion Cycle Club is your answer. Founded in 1895 with the motto "Fellowship is Life", we are one of the capital's oldest and most welcoming cycling communities. We don't do initiation tests or demand you ride a high-end carbon race bike. Our focus is entirely on inclusive, relaxed, and social riding. While our rides frequently start in South London boroughs like Southwark, Greenwich, and Bromley, we welcome riders from every corner of the city. Whether you are on an entry-level bike or a seasoned rider looking for a more relaxed pace and a chat, you will find a friendly wheel to follow here. We welcome anyone to join who can ride at an average 12mph for at least 20 miles.

Our motto is "Fellowship is Life," and we mean it. There are no initiation tests and absolutely no pressure to race. Our rides frequently start in South London boroughs like Southwark, Greenwich, and Bromley, but we warmly welcome members from every corner of the capital