Sports in London are amazingly varied. You can find almost every sort of sport imaginable represented in the city by at least one organisation or club, so travellers should have no problems finding lots of sporty things to do while visiting here.

For the traditionalists there are sports like tennis, running, and cycling. You can play tennis at Wimbledon Park, just a short distance from where the famed All England Lawn Tennis Championships take place; the mere proximity of this hallowed spot is sure to inspire greatness.

Running clubs are popular, and ones like the Hash House Harriers are a delightful mix of healthy exercise and pub crawling.

Cycling is catching on in popularity in London, and may be one of the best ways to avoid traffic while you are seeing the city sights.

Polo (pictured) is a quintessential British sport and there are many opportunities to learn about and play this game while in London.

Golf is another great sport to enjoy in the city, there are some lovely courses just waiting to be discovered in London.

Sailing on the River Thames is another very enjoyable city diversion, and for those with an interest in the equine, there are many places for horse riding as well.

Feel like something a bit out of the ordinary? How about going to war with your friends and family or even with complete strangers via paintballing.

Skating has been a part of the London scene for years, but rollerblading has changed the face of this sport forever. Massive groups of people gather for group skating events through the streets and pathways of London, often with musical accompaniment, making it a giant party that puts one in mind of a carnival.

Go-Karting is another less than traditional sport that has grown to be extremely popular; the appeal of racing your mates around a track at break-neck speed simply cannot be denied.

Sports in London are a great way to spice up your trip and get a bit of exercise while travelling.

Cycling in London is not quite as popular as in some other European cities, but it is still a very good way to get around the many traffic headaches.

Go-Karting brings out the competitive side of almost everyone; its great fun to race around the track like a Formula 1 driver.

Golf courses in London are frequently owned by the member clubs, but there are plenty of courses open to the public, as well.

Horse Riding in London is easy for visitors; most of the stables will hire or lend out the necessary equipment.

Paintballing in London is something you can do in any type of weather, as indoor facilities are the norm.

Polo grounds in London have dwindled over the years; there were once 12 clubs in the London metropolitan area but now only one remains.

Sports in London are a great way to spend a city afternoon and rollerblading is a very social pastime, you can take part in many organised outings that are tailored to a variety of skill levels.

Running clubs in London aren't just for the ultra-fit; most people can find something that will suit them.

Sailing schools in London can teach you boating safety, sailing basics, or racing theory; everything you need to get out there are enjoy the river.

There are many tennis clubs in London, so any visitor who enjoys tennis should have no trouble finding themselves a court while in the city.

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