A New Cycle Strategy & Bike Hire Scheme for Reading - Reading Borough Council
Reading Borough Council has launched a proposed new Cycling Strategy for town, on the same day it announces the partner organisation that is going to deliver a new bike hire scheme which will go live on the streets of Reading in spring next year.
The Council has announce Hourbike as the winning bidder who will help to deliver the bike hire scheme, initially consisting of 200 bicycles at 29 docking stations inside and outside the borough including Reading Station, Broad Street, Thames Valley Business Park, University of Reading, Madejski Stadium, Green Park and Caversham.
The new bike hire scheme is just one of the initiatives detailed in the draft cycling strategy
Other initiatives include;
• opening the proposed Pedestrian and Cycle Bridge across the river thames by Summer 2015
and
• opening the Napier Road underpass to provide a key link between Newtown and the National Cycle Route by Summer 2014
The Council is now asking for feedback from the town's regular and occasional cyclists, as well as opinions from people who currently don't cycle at all.
All comments will be considered before the Cycling Strategy is finalised and approved early next year.
Meanwhile if Phase one of the bike hire scheme for 200 bikes is successful and funding is available then the scheme could possibility be expanded to more places including west Reading, and other of part of the borough, as well as Wokingham and potentially West Berkshire in the future.
Help Your Britain - Life Cycle UK
Life Cycle UK, a small Bristol-based charity which promotes cycling, was featured in January 2012 as part of Microsoft Bing's Help Your Britain campaign.
This video gives a short introduction to who we are and what we do.
The Grim Reality of Motorcycle Trail Riding in the UK
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Good people, good times. The word 'grim' is used ironically, as some people insist that different types of users need to be segregated.
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Big Bear Bald Eagle Cam
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Communities UK-wide benefiting from new walking and cycling routes: Brompton-on-Swale
Sustrans is working to enable many millions more people to get about by foot and bike for everyday journeys.
Funded by the Big Lottery Fund, we're working with communities UK-wide to create new networks of walking and cycling routes.
Like here in Brompton-on-Swale, Yorkshire.
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Bike Cam: Bay Trail (Brighton - Port Melbourne) | Cycling Melbourne
A ride along the Bay Trail from Brighton Beach Station to Station Pier in Port Melbourne. Filmed February 2019.
Cycling through the Cotswolds
Enjoying a day's cycle though the Cotswolds and pausing for a photo opportunity outside the lovely Lamb Inn in Burford.
Dundas Aqueduct Nr Bath by Drone DJI Mavic Pro
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Completed in 1810 by John Rennie, the spectacular Dundas Aqueduct carries the Kennet & Avon Canal over the River Avon and is a Scheduled Ancient Monument. That means it's as important as Stonehenge! In fact, it was the first canal structure to be designated as a Scheduled Ancient Monument in 1951.
Named after Charles Dundas, the first chairman of the Kennet and Avon Canal Company, the aqueduct forms the junction between the Kennet and Avon Canal and the largely derelict Somerset Coal Canal. The short stretch of the Somerset Coal Canal still in water forms Brassknocker Basin, used for boat moorings, cycle hire and a cafe. A short walk further there is the Dundas Wharf where the small tollhouse, warehouse and crane still stand.
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An Extensive Tour Of Brooklyn New York City By Bicycle Caesars Bay Bath Beach Part 4
An Extensive Tour Of Brooklyn New York City By Bicycle
History:
a present day borough of the New York City, it dates back more than 350 years. The settlement began in the seventeenth century which was founded by the Dutch was named Breuckelen grew to be a sizable city in the nineteenth century. In 1898 It was consolidated with New York City (then Manhattan and part of The Bronx) and with the rural areas of Queens and Staten Island, to form the modern New York City.
The Dutch were the first Europeans to settle the area on the western edge of Long Island, which was then largely inhabited by the Lenape Indians, a Native American people who are often referred to in contemporary colonial documents by a variation of the place name Canarsie. The Breuckelen settlement, named after Breukelen in the Netherlands, was part of New Netherland, and the Dutch West India Company lost little time in chartering the six original parishes (listed here first by their later, more common English names): * Gravesend: in 1645, settled under Dutch patent by English followers of the Anabaptist, Lady Deborah Moody * Brooklyn: as Breuckelen in 1646, after the town now spelled Breukelen, Netherlands * Flatlands: as New Amersfoort in 1647 * Flatbush: as Midwout in 1652 * New Utrecht: in 1657, after the city of Utrecht, Netherlands * Bushwick: as Boswijck in 1661
Many incidents and documents relating to this period are in Gabriel Furman's early (1824) compilation
The capital of the colony, New Amsterdam across the river, obtained its charter later than Brooklyn did, in 1653.
What is today Brooklyn left Dutch hands after the final English conquest of New Netherland in 1664, in a prelude to the Second AngloDutch War. New Netherland was taken in a naval action, and the conquerors renamed their prize in honor of the overall English naval commander, James, Duke of York; Brooklyn became a part of the Province of New York.
The English organized the six old Dutch towns of southwestern Long Island as Kings County on November 1, 1683,one of twelve counties then established in New York. This tract of land was recognized as a political entity for the first time, and the municipal groundwork was laid for a later expansive idea of Brooklyn identity.
On August 27, 1776, the Battle of Long Island (also known as the Battle of Brooklyn) was the first major engagement fought in the American Revolutionary War after independence was declared, and the largest of the entire conflict. British troops forced Continental Army troops under George Washington off the heights near the modern sites of Green-Wood Cemetery, Prospect Park, and Grand Army Plaza. Washington, viewing particularly fierce fighting at the Gowanus Creek from his vantage point atop a hill near the west end of present-day Atlantic Avenue, was famously reported to have emotionally exclaimed: What brave men I must this day lose! The fortified American positions at Brooklyn Heights consequently became untenable and were evacuated a few days later, leaving the British in control of New York Harbor. While Washington's defeat on the battlefield cast early doubts on his ability as commander, the subsequent tactical withdrawal of all his troops and supplies across the East River in a single night is seen by historians as one of his most brilliant triumphs
The surrounding region was controlled by the British for the duration of the war, as New York City was soon occupied and became their military and political base of operations in North America for the remainder of the conflict. The British generally enjoyed a dominant Loyalist sentiment from the remaining residents in Kings County who did not evacuate, though the region was also the center of the fledgling — and largely successful — American intelligence network, headed by Washington himself. The British set up a system of notorious prison ships off the coast of Brooklyn in Wallabout Bay, where more American patriots died of intentional neglect than died in combat on all the battlefields of the American Revolutionary War, combined. The Treaty of Paris in 1783 resulted, in part, with the evacuation of the British from New York City, celebrated by residents into the 20th century.
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The Journey - London to Bristol
It all really started when I met some very special people whilst filming the first films of the project in Bristol in December 2008. One of those persons was Emma.
We kept in touch over the coming months and I told her how I wanted to leave my freelance work so I could concentrate on the documentary project. Emma then offered me a rent-free room in her house in Bristol, an offer to good to refuse, and I began the preparations to make the move from London.
I decided my main mode of transport for the project would be bicycle, it was environmentally friendly, lost cost and fun, and to set it off on the right foot I thought Id attempt to cycle (approximately) the 130 mile journey.
On May 3rd I set off from my London houseboat. I had 35Kg of possesions left to my name tied up in a neat little bicycle trailer with a sunflower on it! This included camera equipment, camping gear, and clothing.
It was an adventure that took me along the A4 and then through a series of towpaths.
It is a different world down by the canal. It was breathtakingly beautiful, and devoid of traffic noise and modern day kaos.
I was immersed in lush green surrounds, sometimes canopies of trees that climbed over the whole canal. It was the height of spring and everything was at its most colourful, houseboats painted the countryside and there was an abudance of wildlife at play in this garden of Eden.
The effects were obvious on the people who were there to enjoy it, just about every soul you came across either stopped for a chat or wished me well, with a smile and a hello it was truly magic.
The Big Staple Hill Cycle Path Diversion
Bristol to Bath Cycle Path Diversion from Signal rd to Staple Hill station starting 6th Oct 2014
Tinklertastic - Bull Farm Studios self catering accommodation. Winchester Hampshire
'Home from home' accommodation
These two purpose-built self-catering studio apartments are set in a quiet farm location on the edge of Kings Worthy, three miles from Winchester.
This accommodation is an ideal base if you are:
• Visiting family or friends in the Winchester area
• Visiting Winchester tourist attractions, South Downs National Park and New Forest
• Working in the area for a short period of time or regularly during the week
Quality accommodation
This beautiful contemporary timber framed building is light and airy with all the comforts and facilities required for a short break. Including:
• Quality bedding and sprung double bed.
• Mini-kitchen
• En-suite bathroom with walk in shower.
• Wi-fi, TV, DVD, ipod dock and radio.
• Patio area with views across farmland.
• Ground level access with off-road parking 10m from entrance (single step with ramps available)
Location and transport
• Quiet farm location close to amenities.
• 2 miles from J9 of M3, 1 mile from A33 and A34 with off street parking on site
• Regular bus service to Winchester just 1/4 mile from property, train station at Winchester has regular service to London, the south, north and west.
• 2 friendly pubs and a farm shop serving a range of locally sourced food within 1 mile
• 2 mini supermarkets within 1 mile and larger supermarkets within 3 miles
• Vast range of pubs and restaurants in Winchester to suit all budgets and tastes
• Popular tourist attractions such as Winchester Cathedral, King Arthurs' Round table and Marwell Zoo close by as well as range of cinemas and theatres in the area
Flexible accommodation
• These two independent units each accommodate 1-2 people. They can link together for up to 4 people.
• Double bed and single pull out bed on request to suit couples, friends as well as a parent with a child
• Mini kitchen so you can prepare simple meals at a time to suit you.
• Breakfast basket available on request.
• Flexible bookings for weekends, week days, whole weeks and longer stays - minimum 2 nights.
• Discounts on longer stays and regular visits
Eco friendly
• Ideal base for walkers, cyclists and those arriving by public transport
• 1 mile from South Downs National Park and close to foot paths and cycle trails
• Shared cycle storage and bike hire available.
• Shared utility room with washing machine, tumble drier, iron and outside tap - so you can travel light or arrive on foot, bike or bus
The accommodation is linked to the owners artists' studio - with glass fusing courses and hand-made gifts available.
For more information visit bullfarmstudios.co.uk
Amazing Hotels in Bristol United Kingdom
Premier Inn Bristol Cribbs Causeway
The Players Golf Club, Purdown British Telecom Tower and St Matthews Church are within driving distance of the Premier Inn Bristol Cribbs Causeway. The hotel is within a 10 minute walk to The Mall at Cribbs Causeway and within a 20 minute walk is Cribbs Causeway. The centre of Bristol is 20 minutes away by car. Holy Trinity Church, Blaise Castle and Church of the Holy Trinity with St Edmund are a 10 minute drive from the hotel.
Hotel Cleyro Cabot Circus Apartments
With its central location, Hotel Cleyro Cabot Circus Apartments is within easy reach of most tourist attractions and business addresses in Bristol. All hotel's guestrooms have all the conveniences expected in a hotel in its class to suit guests' utmost comforts. In-room facilities include kitchenette, microwave, separate shower and tub. This Bristol accommodation contains all of the facilities and conveniences you would expect from a hotel in its class. Modern comfort and convenience are seamlessly combined to ensure the guests' satisfaction. To make your booking at the Hotel Cleyro Cabot Circus Apartments Bristol, please enter the dates of your stay and sumbit our secure online booking form.
Best Western Henbury Lodge Hotel Bristol
The important attractions and destinations of the city center surround this Bristol hotel, offering a centered and convenient launching point for excursions of all sorts. The Best Western Henbury Lodge Hotel Bristol is within walking distance of the railway station which offers short trip options for jaunts into Bath, London, and Cheltenham. Those who need to work while visiting Bristol are within moments of the important government, financial, and commercial districts of the city. Key destinations locally include Bristol Zoo and the Harborside Leisure Area. Guests of the Best Western Henbury Lodge Hotel Bristol are offered car parking onsite for a fee, and the airport is less than 20 minutes' ride away.
The Bristol Hotel
There is a plethora of entertainment options, historical attractions, and dining venues in the area surrounding the Bristol Hotel, and the working traveler will also be afforded a short commute to the key business and government sectors of the city. Leisurely tourists will enjoy close proximity to the famous nightlife venues within the city, and also to such destinations as the Old Vic Theater, the Bristol City Museum and Art Gallery, the Clifton Suspension Bridge, the Bristol Cathedral, and St. Mary's, just to name a few. Dining and shopping abound along the foot paths here. Car rental is available to guests of the Bristol Hotel at an additional fee. The hotel is within 20 minutes of the airport, and public transport is frequent in the area.
Alveston House Hotel Thornbury
The Alveston House Hotel Thornbury is located just outside of the city. The hotel offers easy access to all that the city has to offer while providing a quiet garden setting. This Bristol hotel offers travelers easy access to Bath as well as to the SS Great Britain. The Alveston House Hotel Thornbury is located near major roadways as well as the city's public transit system, which offers easy access to the airport and most major attractions.
Alison & Sally ride Hassocks Area Circular Cycle Route One
Sally and Alison are British Cycling Breeze Champions, leading free women-only rides near their homes in Sussex. Every month, they lead a ride using one of the circular cycle routes from the visithassocks website. All these rides start and finish at the Hassocks Community Cycle Hire (HCCH), in the car park of the Hassocks Hotel (next to Hassocks railway station).
The first of these rides was on route one; 8 miles around Hassocks, Ditchling, and Clayton. This ride will be repeated on Sunday, 11 November 2012. To help women get an idea of the ride before booking, Alison and Sally decided to make a video as they rode the route on their own. They hope you enjoy watching the video as much as they enjoyed riding the route!
If you want to join a Breeze ride near you, find one here:
If you want to look at the Hassocks circular cycle routes and download the maps, or arrange to hire a mountain bike from HCCH, go here:
Cycling The Monsal Trail in Derbyshire 2015
This video documents one of our bike rides at The Monsal Trail, Derbyshire. The cycle route is also known as NCN 680 and is close to many well known tourist destinations such as Bakewell and Buxton. The video is designed to show potential visitors what is available in and around the trail. If you find the video useful please like, if you want to see more of the routes we ride please subscribe. Thanks
Our starting location.
Hassop Station,
Hassop Road,
Bakewell,
Derbyshire
DE45 1NW
Strava Route
Here are other mostly traffic free cycle routes in Derbyshire
Tissington Trail
A Very Short Cycle Route Following the Longdendale Trail
High Peak Cycle Trail
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We've got NEW Trails!⚡️ Hardtail session at Bristol's new Ashton Court Trail
Hutch and Fergus took out their Nukeproof Scouts for a session on the brand new mountain bike trails at Ashton Court in Bristol.
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Windermere , The Largest Lake | Cruise Journey to Bowness Town | Lake District Series Day 3 Part 6
Windermere Lake is the largest and deepest natural lake of not just the Lake District but The England as well. It is 10.5 Miles long and 220 feet deep. Windermere is the one of the most popular place for holidays and it is located within the county of Cumbria and The Lake District National Park. Windermere has so many places to visit and explore such as Museum, historic places, Boat trip, gardens, many things to do such as boat hire, Bike hire, water sports, walking, sailing clubs, marines and much more, multiple places to stay, lakes, Towns & Villages in Windermere area and very good transport system around the Windermere area by car, taxi, bike, boat, hop on hop off bus etc, all these things place it at the top tourist attraction. Furthermore, in this video I have shared a complete cruise journey and some important information, with lush green scenery, multiple islands coming on the way to Bowness. It is simple but full of nature, discovering nature is an unforgettable experience for me. Moreover, regarding to this priceless journey towards Bowness, undoubtedly I have chosen the best way to catch the Bowness Town, on the way to Bowness, you will feel yourself in another peaceful, mind relaxing and satisfying world.
Bowness on Windermere is a smaller neighbour Town of Windermere. It is one of the busiest Town of Lake District. Windermere and Bowness on Windermere have become the most visited place and top attraction of Lake district, Cumbria with the population around 12000. Furthermore, tourist comes to enjoy water sports, sailing, and even people come just to relax and enjoy the atmosphere of the Bowness Town’s delightful setting. Moreover, this Town has become the main centre of Outdoor Activities in UK and also instructors, guides and top Adventures Activity companies are based around here. Furthermore, Transportation system is very good, there is an option of Hop on Hop off bus and trams are available to explore this place. However, Cruise is another best option with affordable Tickets to enjoy lush green scenery and the Lake that can take people from one Town to another Town.
In addition, I must say that Travelling and exploring is actually exploring yourself so must travel with your family and friends also, if you come here in England, you must visit Lake District as it is the most beautiful place of England. However, you can visit this place by watching Lake District series on Pin The map.
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Sherwood Pines Blue Cycle Route Video 2015
This video shows another one of our visits to Sherwood Pines Forest Park. On this occasion it was just myself and Sarah. We rode the Green cycle path while walking Doogie, then took a spin around the Blue route however this guide concentrates on just the Blue route to hopefully show potential visitors what it is like.
If you have any questions feel free to use the comments section below, if you enjoyed the video please like and if you want to see more of the Cycle Routes we ride then please subscribe. Thanks for watching.
Sherwood Pines Visitor Center
Edwinstowe,
Mansfield,
Nottinghamshire
NG21 9JL
Strava Route :
Here are some other mountain bike routes you maybe interested in
Dalby Forests Red Route
Blue Route at Hamsterley Forest
Mountain Biking on Sherwood Pines' Kitchener Trail
Cycling Sherwood Pines Family Route
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Leeds Urban Bike Park - New woods trail POV
We've been over to Leeds to check out the next phase of the Urban Bike Park. This new trail in the woods is super flowy, loops back on itself to make your ride as short or long as you like, and has optional black routes and a jump line. There's something for everyone!
Featuring Hannah from Singletrack and Sam Peel from Havok Bike Park.
Bristol, UK, Challenge for Change, Cycle Challenge
Challenge for Change was established to bring to the UK a best practice behaviour change programme that was originally developed in New Zealand. Following five successful programmes there, Challenge for Change's founder, Thomas Stokell, created a sustainable business model to grow this programme, to get more people cycling in the UK and across the world.
Our mission is to be world leaders in designing, developing and implementing innovative and highly effective behavioural change programmes that are consistently proven to get more people cycling, more often.
The main aims of the Cycle Challenge programme are:
To encourage people who are not currently cycling to start cycling;
To encourage occasional cyclists to start cycling regularly;
To encourage people to cycle for transport purposes.
The consistently successful outcomes and high engagement levels of every Challenge delivered are achieved using behaviour change theory and social marketing principles and techniques.
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Run a Workplace Cycle Challenge or Active Travel Challenge - a proven way to get more people cycling and walking in your town or organisation.
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