Get confident for your commute with London Commuter Rides

If you're interested in cycling to work now the weather's finally half-decent, but you're worried about finding a safe route and dealing with heavy traffic in London, you might want to check out one of the Commuter Rides being put on by British Cycling, Sky and local councils.

You don't need us to tell you that cycling to work is cheap, healthy and mood-boosting, as well as often being faster than public transport or driving.

But if you're in need of a confidence boost, a British Cycling instructor will lead you on a safe route, all the while offering tips and advice on how to ride in busy traffic and how to plan an effective commuter route.

The aim of the rides is to give anyone thinking of commuting the tools they need for cycling to work themselves. The ride is also an opportunity to meet other like-minded people who live near you and possibly find a bike buddy to commute with.

In Lewisham, Ladywell Station to London Bridge is being offered at 10am on Saturday 8 September and Saturday 29 September - click on a date to register.

In Tower Hamlets, Victoria Park to Tower Bridge is on Saturday 15th September at 10.00am.

In Camden, Camden Road Station to Bloomsbury Square is on Saturday 22nd September at 10.00am.

In Wandsworth, Wandsworth Park to Westminster Abbey is on Saturday 22nd September at 10.00am.