There are two excellent cycleways from the historic border town of Chester to the Wharf at Connah’s Quay on on the Welsh side of the estuary of the river Dee, though they unite for the last mile or so at … Read More
At a members meeting in Birmingham on the 7th October 2017, CyclingUK awarded its highest honour for outstanding service to cycling, to the campaign team that gave evidence at the Caernarfon Bypass public inquiry. The proposed bypass impacts on National … Read More
Inquisition by Television ITV presenter Richard Madeley demanded a response from Duncan Dollimore of CyclingUK as to why cyclists were not compulsorily insured for damage or injury arising from a collision with a third party. Dollimore pointed out that organisations … Read More
For finding new routes to go cycling there’s nothing better than a decent scale Ordnance Survey Map – 1inch to a mile in old money. However if you want something a little simpler to be going on with until … Read More
Since the invention of the bicycle, countless cycling organisations have flourished briefly only to disappear without trace.There must be many faded photographs in private collections that attest to their existence. Apart from rare examples, most have left no physical … Read More
Cyclists and walkers join forces to protest. Three leading charities, CyclingUK, Sustrans, and the Ramblers Cymru are warning Welsh Government that its plans for the A487 Caernarfon bypass risk safety and do not provide enough provision for walking, … Read More
Our thanks go to the Daily Post and Llandudno Blind Veterans for the following editorial and 2 photos:- A blind World War II veteran has been presented with a prestigious honour for his part in the liberation of France. Retired … Read More
If you’re cycling on rural roads and lanes, you are likely to encounter horses. Follow this advice to ensure that both you and the horse riders can continue with a safe and enjoyable ride. Communicate The most important thing is … Read More
As Storm Doris was winding up along the North Wales coast on Wednesday 22nd February 2017, President of CTC Chester &North Wales (CyclingUK) Mike Cross presented its annual catering award to Julie Williams, joint owner of the Pantri Bach cafe … Read More
Tony Crimes (6th August 1952- 4th December 2016) Tony Crimes passed away suddenly aged 64 on the 4th December 2016. He was a man who served the community in many ways. The gathering of his friends for an occasion … Read More