Cycling UK member David and his friend Dave rode four days along Britain’s longest river, from Severn Beach to Plynlimon. Iron Bridge, quiet towpaths, historic towns, and a Cambrian Mountains finish with picnic views.
📖 Get inspired: cyclinguk.org/cycling-the-severn
Who’s in the room when you campaign for better cycling?
To make streets work for everyone, groups need to reflect their communities. That means welcoming more women. Our CAN guide is full of practical tips to make your group stronger and more diverse 👇
cyclinguk.org/can-women-guide
We were invited to spend the day with the Metropolitan Police observing Operation Lexand tackling illegally modified e-motorbikes.
A valuable opportunity to build relationships, share insight & support action on dangerous riding while protecting positive perceptions of cycling.
What are parties planning for cycling and active travel?
Join our online Election Hustings in Scotland and Wales to hear their vision and ask your questions live.
📅 14 April | Scotland
📅 15 April | Wales
Scotland: cyclinguk.org/scotland2026
Wales: cyclinguk.org/wales2026
🦓 Cities can feel like a jungle, but new-style zebra crossings could carve out a clearer, safer path through. Pedestrians still have priority, and cleaner layouts make streets easier to navigate for everyone walking, wheeling, or riding.
🔗 cyclinguk.org/zebra-crossings
In the Netherlands, cycling isn’t an afterthought; it’s a way of life. Sam & Martin spent two weeks in June 2024 riding 29,000km of barrier-free routes. For Martin, who has Becker muscular dystrophy, every pedal stroke was independence and freedom.
cyclinguk.org/dutch-trike-tour
Where’s the most unforgettable place you’ve had a cup of tea? For Cycling UK member Crispin Dunne it was on Taiwan’s sunlit coast after a day riding past paddy fields and marble cliffs.
Read more about his adventure: cyclinguk.org/crispin-taiwan
Want to make a lasting difference for cycling this #FreeWillsMonth?
Write or update your will for free with Octopus Legacy online, by phone, or in person. A gift is optional, but it helps keep cyclists safe and protect the routes we love.
👉 cyclinguk.org/free-wills
😄 Ever gone on a ride and couldn’t stop smiling? Neil and Andria hadn’t cycled in decades, but our Inclusive Cycling Experience changed that. Cycling lifts their spirits, boosts independence, and brings freedom.
Discover their story: cyclinguk.org/neil-andria-wigan
Funded by Motability Foundation
⚡ When your mum gets an e-bike, suddenly you’re the one trying to keep up.
All three generations of Sarah’s family now ride together after her mum tried an e-bike at our Making cycling e-asier session.
See how an e-bike can bring the family together at cyclinguk.org/grandmas-e-bike
Richard and his brother Rob took on Mont Ventoux… three classic routes in a single day. The result? A spot in the Mont Ventoux Crazy Club. From early starts and wind‑blasted summits, this is a story about planning, perseverance, and a bit of madness.
cyclinguk.org/mont-ventoux
🚲 Our Scotland and Wales election manifestos are live; make cycling the easy choice, cleaner air, safer streets, connected communities. Read the manifestos here 👇
cyclinguk.org/elections2026
🚲🚆🚍 Susanna and her 88‑year-old dad explore Lincolnshire with folding bikes, buses, and trains. The best journeys aren’t measured in miles. It’s about slowing down, sharing the ride, and letting public transport do some of the legwork.
Read more at cyclinguk.org/lincolnshire-adventure
Yesterday, for the first time we gave evidence to the Stormont Infrastructure Committee. Ambition is there but delivery isn’t: just 4km of 34km planned cycle paths are in place & cycling is 1% of journeys. Next time we want to talk progress, not promises.
cyclinguk.org/stormont-ni
As a Cycling UK member, @cyclesos.bsky.social has your back. One rider hit on a roundabout got their bike replaced, tens of thousands in compensation, and legal fees waived, all thanks to dashcam evidence proving the driver at fault.
Read more at cyclinguk.org/cycle-sos-stories
🌙 Ramadan starts today and runs until 18 March. We spoke to Muslim cyclists about how they adjusted their routines and stayed active in a way that worked for them.
Read their stories and tips: cyclinguk.org/ramadan
Former teacher Sharon Stone’s story captures this reality all too well.
express.co.uk/news/politics/2171138/former-teacher-among-millions-changing?int_source=amp_continue_reading&int_medium=amp&int_campaign=continue_reading_button#amp-readmore-target
💡 #MyRideOurRight in today’s @Daily_Express
Cycle routes cannot just work in daylight. Many women are still choosing between poorly lit paths or intimidating roads; street lighting shapes real-world safety.
express.co.uk/news/politics/2171137/cycling-safer-streets-lights
🗺️❤️ Love stories sometimes begin with muddy tyres & shared miles. Cycling brings people together, wheel by wheel. This Valentine’s Day, skip the clichés. Gift adventure, inspiration & rides worth remembering with a Cycling UK membership. Join today for a free guidebook: cyclinguk.org/valentines-2026
We’re nearly there 🌤️🚴♀️
That edge of winter feeling… longer light, softer air, rides with a hint of spring. Perfect for plotting bigger days out, longer miles, and new horizons.
🗺️ Our Adventure Series awaits at cyclinguk.org/adventure-series
Cycling looks different for everyone, and that’s exactly the point. Our trikes guide explores how three wheels can open up cycling for disabled riders, offering greater stability, comfort and confidence, because cycling should be for every body.
🔗 cyclinguk.org/trikes-guide
Cycling UK member George returned to parts of west Wales he first rode 15 years ago on his annual tour with friends and found cappuccinos mattered more this time. Read more at cyclinguk.org/tt-west-wales
Potholes are an inconvenience for everyone, but for people cycling, they can mean serious injury and costly damage. We look at why reporting defects matters, how to do it well, and what to do if a crash is caused by poor road surfaces.
🔗 cyclinguk.org/filling-you-potholes
A new place doesn’t feel like home overnight.
For Gail and Katherine, cycling helped stitch Blindwells together. Weekly rides, quieter roads, growing confidence, and neighbours who became familiar faces.
👉 cyclinguk.org/cc-east-lothian
One of our Community Cycle Clubs, Brighton’s Multicultural Women’s Cycle Club, is changing who cycling is for 🚲🧡
A women-only space where confidence grows, skills are built, and community takes shape.
cyclinguk.org/cycle-club-bmw
Following the swallows by bike 🐦🚲
In May 2025, Cycling UK member Becci May rode north from Valencia to the Basque coast. Vías verdes, high passes, birdsong and Atlantic air, with swallows appearing whenever encouragement was needed.
👉 cyclinguk.org/tt-becci-spain
“I just wanted to enjoy cycling again, without feeling pressured.”
Through our Connecting Communities project in Aberdeenshire, Irene found a safe, supportive way back to cycling. Taking things slowly, building confidence, and riding for enjoyment.
👉 cyclinguk.org/cc-irene
Lights, brakes, bells, riding two abreast… what’s actually legal on your bike, and what’s just a myth?
We’ve broken down what the law really says, so you can ride with confidence and shut down the pub-chat misinformation.
👉 Know your rights and responsibilities at cyclinguk.org/cycling-myths
🚲 Since becoming a Cycling UK partner, Saddle Skedaddle have donated £1,110.75 to support our work. Their 5p-per-mile initiative saw riders clock up 25,544 miles, including £166 in customer donations.
👉 Remember, members get exclusive discounts: cyclinguk.org/ss-member-benefits
