Why I Take Lots of Photos of My Brompton

As a keen cyclist (that means only on one of my Brompton bicycles) and someone who has always liked taking photos, my Brompton bike has become more than just a mode of transport; it almost acts as a muse on my countless adventures. Each photograph I take of my Brompton tells a story, capturing not just the bike itself but the experiences and memories I’ve gathered along the way.

Brutal London Brompton Bicycle Ride

At the start of the overnight ride to Maldon back in September 2025, my friend Geoff kindly gifted me a map of Brutalist London. This lists the locations of some of London's choice brutalist architecture. Mapping myself out a little 11 mile route, I ventured out to try and locate as many as I could. 

The Great Lime Bicycle Blockade

The Tower of London, a majestic fortress steeped in history, where tales of kings, queens, and the occasional beheading echo through the ages. (It is little bit like one of those awful theme parks now). But lo and behold, what greets the unsuspecting visitor? A veritable army of Lime hire bicycles parked haphazardly and blocking the pavement like the carnage from a recent battle.