Regents Park

On the way back from central London, I've noticed that on some days after 5pm groups of cyclists ride around Regents Park. This can be quite good as there is less traffic and riding in a group is a lot more fun than solo.

Reverting to the very interesting OP, the London Phoenix organise rides around Regents Park once or twice a week. Someone from there was on here a while ago trying to groom hippy and me to join them.

Another place to ride safely without traffic or grooming is Herne Hill provided you go there when RPM is not having one of his grooming days.