Stephen Shrubsall adds a cycling session at Lee Valley's Olympic velodrome to his Christmas list this year

Combine a unique cycling experience with a day out in the capital by spending an hour on the track at Lee Valley VeloPark.
A perfect family outing (providing your children are taller than 145cm) or a fantastic seasonal work event, a visit offers the chance to ride in the wheel tracks of Team GB, who pedalled their triumphant way to no less than seven gold medals here at London 2012.
The taster session costs £45 per head and includes bike, helmet, gloves, shoes and, because it’s Christmas, a mince pie to celebrate your ‘timed flying lap’.
Book your session online or pick up a track gift voucher