Cycling in Yorkshire
Cycling in Yorkshire
22nd June 2022
At a meeting of City of York Council's Executive, Council Leader Keith Aspden promoted the thoroughly debunked theory that road-building reduces congestion. Why are we still unable to have a debate based on reliable evidence not wishful thinking?
Read about Councillor Aspden Promotes Debunked Theory that Road-Building Reduces Congestion.
6th June 2022
A further consultation on cycle improvements to Tadcaster Road, York, is under way. What are the proposed changes to the original design?
Find out in Further Tadcaster Road Consultation.
1st June 2022
Clifton Moor is a car-dominated retail park on the edge of York, with bad cycle infrastructure. How would you reduce traffic, make Clifton Moor a nicer place, and increase visits on foot, by bike, and by bus?
Read about How to Change the Way People Travel to Clifton Moor.
30th May 2022
The cycle infrastructure at Clifton Moor is illegible, as well as being of the lowest possible quality. Some thoughts on this, mingled with mentions of London Orbital by Iain Sinclair - but what is the relevance of that book?
Read about Illegible Cycle Infrastructure at Clifton Moor.
20th May 2022
After Tuesday's Transport Decision Session, how are plans for Picadilly progressing and will safe cycle infrastructure be built there?
Read about Campaign for Safe Cycle Infrastructure on York's Picadilly Continues.
18th May 2022
The Malton to Pickering Cycle route was only launched on 9th May 2022, so I may be one of the first people to test it out. It's a pleasant ride between two charming Yorkshire market towns.
Read about Malton to Pickering Cycle Route.
10th May 2022
It's quite terrifying cycling on the A170 near the White Horse, but since North Yorkshire haven't provided any cycle infrastructure, that's what you have to do.
Read more about in Abysmal Cycle Infrastructure Fail in North York Moors.
25th April 2022
York's new Local Transport Strategy is starting to emerge, but there is a contradiction at the heart of it - between the stated objectives and the projects and policies.
Read about York Local Transport Strategy.
24th April 2022
York has committed to reducing car miles by 25% and increasing cycling by 33%. One way to help achieve this would be to connect Haxby to York by bike.
Read about How to Connect Haxby to York by Bike.
17th April 2022
Dobbies York has a very big car park, but I couldn't see any cycle parking. Does Dobbies value customers who arrive on two wheels?
Read about Welcome to Dobbies - Except if you Came by Bike.
4th April 2022
A York Press reader believes York's roads policy is completely insane. The city is spending large sums expanding road capacity, and relatively miniscule sums on sustainable travel.
Does York's roads policy align with its climate goals?
19th February 2022
York Civic Trust has published its Transport Strategy. Distance travelled by car is on the up. What should be done about it?
Find out in York Civic Trust Transport Strategy.
15th February 2022
At a council meeting yesterday, decisions were taken on the Active Travel Programme in York. The big issue was whether the Acomb Road cycle scheme would be cut radically, or if the full 1.5 mile scheme should proceed.
Read more about Active Travel Programme York.
22nd January 2022
Active Travel England launches on Monday, and will start work from offices in York this Summer. Chris Boardman will be interim Active Travel Commissioner.
Read about Active Travel England to be Set Up in York.
24th November 2021
Repairs to the Solar System Greenway are under way, Sustrans has announced.
Read about Resurfacing
of the Solar System Greenway.
9th September 2021
West Yorkshire Combined Authorities are running a consultation on cycling, walking and bus improvements to Tadcaster Road, York.
Read about Transforming Cities, Tadcaster Road York.
2nd March 2021
The Environment Agency and York City Council are set to close one of York's major cycling arteries for an extended period, without providing a decent bypass.
Read about Terry Avenue York to be Blocked Off.
Bike Rides In and Around York features a historical city tour, plus family rides, road rides, and mountain bike rides.
"This book is simply a treasure trove not only of great rides but also as a travel guide to the area."
Read more about Bike Rides In and Around York.
Everything Under the Sun: A Curious Question for Every Day of the Year - available from Amazon.
Bike Rides in Harrogate and Nidderdale is a book of family, mountain and road bike rides.
"This guide is a wonderful companion whether you ride alone, with family or friends. Don't set out without it."
Read more about Bike Rides in Harrogate and Nidderdale.