Marcher Castles Way: your questions answered | Cycling UK
The reason why the Marches have so many hills is due to the region's unique geology. Volcanic activity millions of years ago created the Wrekin Caer Caradoc and Lawley hills at the eastern edge, while the Stretton fault, formed around 600 million years ago, exposed some of the oldest rocks in the UK ...
Our response to new Transport Secretary | Cycling UK
Nov 29, 2024 · Sarah McMonagle, director of external affairs at Cycling UK, said: "We’d like to thank Louise Haigh for her outstanding work in championing active travel during her time as Secretary of State for Transport, and prior to that, as Shadow Secretary.
How to use Cycling UK’s journey planner
Once you’ve accessed the planner, you’ll see it consists of a map and very simple form allowing you to enter your start point (‘From’, on the page) and your destination (‘To’). You can enter the names of towns or cities – Cambridge to Ely, for example. This will generate a route starting and ending at central locations in your chosen towns.
Great North Trail full route - Cycling UK
Download The Great North Trail Cape Wrath complete . Download The Great North Trail John o’ Groats complete . Explore the huge variety packed into Scotland and northern England: from rolling hills and dales to remote windswept moorland, crumbling castles to hidden waterfalls, from swooping singletrack to old Roman roads, and everything in between.
Guide to the Cycle to Work scheme - Cycling UK
Halfords’ ‘Cyculator’ is a fun and easy-to-use tool that will estimate the cost of your journey based on cycling, driving and public transport. The benefits don’t stop there.You’ll also get fitter, improve your wellbeing and reduce your carbon footprint. You’ll also be helping to reduce pressure on the NHS. One extra bonus for Cycling UK members is that, as a member, you get a 5% ...
Guide to the Cycle to Work scheme for employers | Cycling UK
Cycling to work makes employees happier, healthier and more productive. But they can’t do it without the right kit. Cycling UK's digital officer Rebecca Armstrong explains how employers can make the most of the Cycle to Work scheme The Cycle to …
A guide to car-mounted cycle carriers (bike racks on cars)
Do you need to transport your bike by car? What is the best way to transport your bike with your car? Cycling journalist and Cycling UK member Matt Lamy explains all the options in this simple guide to car-mounted cycle carriers. Hurrah — the school holidays are finally here! Hopefully one ...
Weekender: Kyle of Sutherland explorer route 3 | Cycling UK
Route name: Croick to Ullapool. Start/finish: Croick Church, Croick, Sutherland (OS grid ref: NH 45405 91447)/Ullapool. Maps: OS Landranger 21 Dornoch & Alness. Distance: 42km (26 miles). Climbing: 518m (1,700ft). Bike type: gravel/mountain bike. Ride level: regular; moderate fitness is required for the climbs. This route is reasonably flat with some undulation
What to do if your bike gets stolen - Cycling UK
With record sales of bicycles seen in the UK over the course of the coronavirus pandemic, bike theft is still prevalent. Superintendent Mark Cleland at the British Transport Police (BTP) commented: “It's important that people understand how best to apply their locks.”
Is this Britain’s greatest cyclist no one’s heard of?
With this year’s 100 Women in Cycling about to launch, we wanted to shed some light on one of Britain’s greatest cyclists who (almost) no one has heard of and former 100 Women in Cycling recipient, Beryl Burton Twice World Road Race Champion, five times World Pursuit Champion, and a world record ...