Bridgwater Area Cycling Campaign
@bwcyclecampaign.bsky.social
Working towards a Bridgwater where anyone can cycle freely.
The guys at @transportaction.bsky.social really need your help to challenge the insane cuts to activetravel funding. Please contribute and share this page if you can help!
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#sustainabletravel #micromobility #futuretransport
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#sustainabletravel #micromobility #futuretransport
April 22, 2025 at 5:03 PM
The guys at @transportaction.bsky.social really need your help to challenge the insane cuts to activetravel funding. Please contribute and share this page if you can help!
buff.ly/8wGky9R
#sustainabletravel #micromobility #futuretransport
buff.ly/8wGky9R
#sustainabletravel #micromobility #futuretransport
Want to save up to £1,000 a year on transport costs? 💰 Switching to cycling for everyday trips could be the answer! Explore the financial (and health) benefits of utility cycling in our new blog post. buff.ly/nkrS1pL #SaveMoney #CycleMore
April 3, 2025 at 5:02 PM
Want to save up to £1,000 a year on transport costs? 💰 Switching to cycling for everyday trips could be the answer! Explore the financial (and health) benefits of utility cycling in our new blog post. buff.ly/nkrS1pL #SaveMoney #CycleMore
Reposted by Bridgwater Area Cycling Campaign
1/2 Noticing clearer roads? Many independent schools across the country have broken up this week
Our analysis on Herne Hill junction, SE London, shows that private school traffic has a significant impact on bus journey times & air pollution
www.solvetheschoolrun.org/post/private...
Our analysis on Herne Hill junction, SE London, shows that private school traffic has a significant impact on bus journey times & air pollution
www.solvetheschoolrun.org/post/private...
Private schools driving a 47% increase in toxic air pollution and extensive bus delays
Private schools are driving a 50% increase in pollution and traffic, despite serving a minority of pupils, according to new data.
www.solvetheschoolrun.org
April 1, 2025 at 6:19 AM
1/2 Noticing clearer roads? Many independent schools across the country have broken up this week
Our analysis on Herne Hill junction, SE London, shows that private school traffic has a significant impact on bus journey times & air pollution
www.solvetheschoolrun.org/post/private...
Our analysis on Herne Hill junction, SE London, shows that private school traffic has a significant impact on bus journey times & air pollution
www.solvetheschoolrun.org/post/private...
Burn 300-600 calories per hour while running errands! 🔥 Find out how utility cycling can help you stay fit, save money, and have fun - all at the same time. Read our latest blog post here: buff.ly/nkrS1pL #UtilityCycling #HealthyLiving
March 26, 2025 at 8:00 PM
Burn 300-600 calories per hour while running errands! 🔥 Find out how utility cycling can help you stay fit, save money, and have fun - all at the same time. Read our latest blog post here: buff.ly/nkrS1pL #UtilityCycling #HealthyLiving
Over 9,300 schoolchildren in Devon will receive Bikeability cycle training this financial year, thanks to a funding award of £451,000.
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March 23, 2025 at 4:00 PM
Over 9,300 schoolchildren in Devon will receive Bikeability cycle training this financial year, thanks to a funding award of £451,000.
buff.ly/WZ2zTLR #Bridgwater #activetravel #cycling
buff.ly/WZ2zTLR #Bridgwater #activetravel #cycling
Feeling stressed? Hop on your bike! Regular cyclists report feeling happier and less stressed than non-cyclists. Learn how utility cycling can boost your mental health in our new article. buff.ly/nkrS1pL #MentalHealthMatters #CyclingBenefits
March 21, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Feeling stressed? Hop on your bike! Regular cyclists report feeling happier and less stressed than non-cyclists. Learn how utility cycling can boost your mental health in our new article. buff.ly/nkrS1pL #MentalHealthMatters #CyclingBenefits
Did you know that cycling to work can lower your risk of premature death by 41%? 🚴♀️💪 Discover more surprising health benefits of everyday cycling in our latest blog post! buff.ly/nkrS1pL #CyclingForHealth #ActiveCommute
The Benefits of Cycling for Health and Wellbeing: Pedal Your Way to a Happier You 🚲 - Bridgwater Area Cycling Campaign
Cycling isn’t just about Lycra-clad enthusiasts speeding through the countryside or weekend warriors tackling muddy trails. For many of us, it’s a practical,
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March 13, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Did you know that cycling to work can lower your risk of premature death by 41%? 🚴♀️💪 Discover more surprising health benefits of everyday cycling in our latest blog post! buff.ly/nkrS1pL #CyclingForHealth #ActiveCommute
This is very sad indeed. Our thoughts are with the victim's family. 😢
'Man named and charged with causing death of cyclist in Taunton crash'
'Man named and charged with causing death of cyclist in Taunton crash'
Man charged with causing death of cyclist in crash
A woman in her 70s died following the crash
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March 11, 2025 at 2:36 PM
This is very sad indeed. Our thoughts are with the victim's family. 😢
'Man named and charged with causing death of cyclist in Taunton crash'
'Man named and charged with causing death of cyclist in Taunton crash'
'Key cycle link across Somerset Levels could be enhanced' between Glastonbury and Wells thanks to commitment to #activetravel by @SomersetCouncil 👏
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buff.ly/4hao2De #Space4Cycling #drivelesscyclemore
March 7, 2025 at 6:00 PM
'Key cycle link across Somerset Levels could be enhanced' between Glastonbury and Wells thanks to commitment to #activetravel by @SomersetCouncil 👏
buff.ly/4hao2De #Space4Cycling #drivelesscyclemore
buff.ly/4hao2De #Space4Cycling #drivelesscyclemore
Great to see Cllr Brian Smedley, @cllr-leigh-redman.bsky.social , Bridgwater Town Mayor and others fighting to get the Celebration Mile works done in the least disruptive way possible. 👏
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#Bridgwater #activetravel #cycling
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#Bridgwater #activetravel #cycling
March 5, 2025 at 6:01 PM
Great to see Cllr Brian Smedley, @cllr-leigh-redman.bsky.social , Bridgwater Town Mayor and others fighting to get the Celebration Mile works done in the least disruptive way possible. 👏
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#Bridgwater #activetravel #cycling
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#Bridgwater #activetravel #cycling
Proper bike parking is so important if we want people to get on their bikes.
We're very happy that Somerset Council refused this planning application, which would have seen bike parking REMOVED in favour of bin stores! A bonkers idea, rightly quashed.
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#Bridgwater #activetravel
We're very happy that Somerset Council refused this planning application, which would have seen bike parking REMOVED in favour of bin stores! A bonkers idea, rightly quashed.
buff.ly/3QFU4fe
#Bridgwater #activetravel
March 4, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Proper bike parking is so important if we want people to get on their bikes.
We're very happy that Somerset Council refused this planning application, which would have seen bike parking REMOVED in favour of bin stores! A bonkers idea, rightly quashed.
buff.ly/3QFU4fe
#Bridgwater #activetravel
We're very happy that Somerset Council refused this planning application, which would have seen bike parking REMOVED in favour of bin stores! A bonkers idea, rightly quashed.
buff.ly/3QFU4fe
#Bridgwater #activetravel
Curious about ebikes?
Here's a chance to try before you buy 👇
buff.ly/43fX61e+ <a href="/hashtag/activetravel" class="hover:underline text-blue-600 dark:text-sky-400 no-card-link">#activetravel #sustainabletravel #micromobility
Here's a chance to try before you buy 👇
buff.ly/43fX61e+ <a href="/hashtag/activetravel" class="hover:underline text-blue-600 dark:text-sky-400 no-card-link">#activetravel #sustainabletravel #micromobility
March 2, 2025 at 8:00 PM
Curious about ebikes?
Here's a chance to try before you buy 👇
buff.ly/43fX61e+ <a href="/hashtag/activetravel" class="hover:underline text-blue-600 dark:text-sky-400 no-card-link">#activetravel #sustainabletravel #micromobility
Here's a chance to try before you buy 👇
buff.ly/43fX61e+ <a href="/hashtag/activetravel" class="hover:underline text-blue-600 dark:text-sky-400 no-card-link">#activetravel #sustainabletravel #micromobility
Don't forget! Our new monthly cross-town ride starts tomorrow!
Strictly no lycra!
👉 buff.ly/4hvriJY <a href="/hashtag/Bridgwater" class="hover:underline text-blue-600 dark:text-sky-400 no-card-link">#Bridgwater #activetravel #cycling
Strictly no lycra!
👉 buff.ly/4hvriJY <a href="/hashtag/Bridgwater" class="hover:underline text-blue-600 dark:text-sky-400 no-card-link">#Bridgwater #activetravel #cycling
February 28, 2025 at 8:28 PM
Don't forget! Our new monthly cross-town ride starts tomorrow!
Strictly no lycra!
👉 buff.ly/4hvriJY <a href="/hashtag/Bridgwater" class="hover:underline text-blue-600 dark:text-sky-400 no-card-link">#Bridgwater #activetravel #cycling
Strictly no lycra!
👉 buff.ly/4hvriJY <a href="/hashtag/Bridgwater" class="hover:underline text-blue-600 dark:text-sky-400 no-card-link">#Bridgwater #activetravel #cycling
'Treasury unlocks £300 million for local authority cycling and walking schemes'
👉 buff.ly/3ENtuOP
<a href="/hashtag/Bridgwater" class="hover:underline text-blue-600 dark:text-sky-400 no-card-link">#Bridgwater #activetravel #cycling
👉 buff.ly/3ENtuOP
<a href="/hashtag/Bridgwater" class="hover:underline text-blue-600 dark:text-sky-400 no-card-link">#Bridgwater #activetravel #cycling
February 28, 2025 at 8:28 PM
'Treasury unlocks £300 million for local authority cycling and walking schemes'
👉 buff.ly/3ENtuOP
<a href="/hashtag/Bridgwater" class="hover:underline text-blue-600 dark:text-sky-400 no-card-link">#Bridgwater #activetravel #cycling
👉 buff.ly/3ENtuOP
<a href="/hashtag/Bridgwater" class="hover:underline text-blue-600 dark:text-sky-400 no-card-link">#Bridgwater #activetravel #cycling
Reposted by Bridgwater Area Cycling Campaign
As cars get bigger, so do the risks.
People, (and children especially) hit by larger cars when walking or cycling are far less likely to survive.
Help us put a stop to #carspreading.
Learn more at cleancitiescampaign.org/carspreading/
People, (and children especially) hit by larger cars when walking or cycling are far less likely to survive.
Help us put a stop to #carspreading.
Learn more at cleancitiescampaign.org/carspreading/
February 27, 2025 at 9:14 AM
As cars get bigger, so do the risks.
People, (and children especially) hit by larger cars when walking or cycling are far less likely to survive.
Help us put a stop to #carspreading.
Learn more at cleancitiescampaign.org/carspreading/
People, (and children especially) hit by larger cars when walking or cycling are far less likely to survive.
Help us put a stop to #carspreading.
Learn more at cleancitiescampaign.org/carspreading/
All cyclists fear a close pass, but should they be more fearful of the drivers of certain cars? 👉 https://buff.ly/3WRtgMD #sharetheroads #safestreetsnow #sharethecity #onelesscar
Wide berth: these car owners are the least friendly to cyclists
Survey on drivers' attitudes finds 74 per cent feel frustrated when sharing the road with a cyclist
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February 12, 2025 at 7:01 PM
All cyclists fear a close pass, but should they be more fearful of the drivers of certain cars? 👉 https://buff.ly/3WRtgMD #sharetheroads #safestreetsnow #sharethecity #onelesscar
Frustrated by bike lanes that come to an abrupt end? You're not alone. Here's an excellent article on it from @adamtranter.bsky.social 👉 https://buff.ly/4jJHV6s #activetravel #sustainabletravel #netzero #futuretransport
'Cycle lanes that don’t join up just make everyone look a bit stupid': Why do so many bike lanes just end?
Frustrated by bike lanes that come to an abrupt end? You're not alone
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February 10, 2025 at 8:00 PM
Frustrated by bike lanes that come to an abrupt end? You're not alone. Here's an excellent article on it from @adamtranter.bsky.social 👉 https://buff.ly/4jJHV6s #activetravel #sustainabletravel #netzero #futuretransport
Why won't the authorities take #activetravel investment seriously? 'Cyclists furious at “easy, non-car disruptive” decision to “do up the one bike path we already have” ' https://buff.ly/4hlXbor #activetravel #cycling
Cyclists furious at “easy, non-car disruptive” decision to “do up the one bike path we already have”, forcing riders onto busy road… instead of building new cycle lanes; Bus OK after cyclist crash, police say; Pidcock wins on debut + more on the live blog
After originally planning to spend his Wednesday miserably counting down the days until Eurosport disappears from our screens (taking cycling with it), Ryan Mallon’s decided to distract himself by…
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February 7, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Why won't the authorities take #activetravel investment seriously? 'Cyclists furious at “easy, non-car disruptive” decision to “do up the one bike path we already have” ' https://buff.ly/4hlXbor #activetravel #cycling
when we build new homes and new estates, “we are baking in something for generations to come.” Get it right first time and generations can enjoy the fruits of that effort. Read what @sustrans.bsky.social CEO and @lauralaker.bsky.social have to say on it 👉 https://buff.ly/4hmYdRf #activetravel
February 6, 2025 at 7:00 PM
when we build new homes and new estates, “we are baking in something for generations to come.” Get it right first time and generations can enjoy the fruits of that effort. Read what @sustrans.bsky.social CEO and @lauralaker.bsky.social have to say on it 👉 https://buff.ly/4hmYdRf #activetravel
Don't get caught short if you get a puncture... make sure you have a sturdy pump.
Here's BikeRadar's pick of the best 👉 https://buff.ly/42tB8rg #betterbybike #cyclinglifestyle #gobybike #bikelife #choosecycling
Here's BikeRadar's pick of the best 👉 https://buff.ly/42tB8rg #betterbybike #cyclinglifestyle #gobybike #bikelife #choosecycling
Best bike pumps 2025 | Top-rated track pumps and mini pumps
The best track pumps and mini pumps, plus our buyer's guide
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February 5, 2025 at 8:00 PM
Don't get caught short if you get a puncture... make sure you have a sturdy pump.
Here's BikeRadar's pick of the best 👉 https://buff.ly/42tB8rg #betterbybike #cyclinglifestyle #gobybike #bikelife #choosecycling
Here's BikeRadar's pick of the best 👉 https://buff.ly/42tB8rg #betterbybike #cyclinglifestyle #gobybike #bikelife #choosecycling
...on a street in #Bridgwater (2nd shot)
February 4, 2025 at 7:00 PM
...on a street in #Bridgwater (2nd shot)
Do you want to see more investment in #activetravel?
Tell the government 👉 https://buff.ly/40J2Cbd #sustainabletravel #micromobility #futuretransport @cyclinguk.bsky.social
Tell the government 👉 https://buff.ly/40J2Cbd #sustainabletravel #micromobility #futuretransport @cyclinguk.bsky.social
February 3, 2025 at 8:00 PM
Do you want to see more investment in #activetravel?
Tell the government 👉 https://buff.ly/40J2Cbd #sustainabletravel #micromobility #futuretransport @cyclinguk.bsky.social
Tell the government 👉 https://buff.ly/40J2Cbd #sustainabletravel #micromobility #futuretransport @cyclinguk.bsky.social
What do you think of this? 'Cyclists to face education course or fine for 10 new offences — including "dangerous" riding, cycling "without due care and attention" and riding without lights at night' 👉 https://buff.ly/40SZnOk #activetravel #cycling
Cyclists to face education course or fine for 10 new offences — including "dangerous" riding, cycling "without due care and attention" and riding without lights at night
Government to add host of cycling offences to Road Traffic Offender Act, with cycling dangerously, offences in London's Royal Parks, and mandatory light use at night all proposed
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February 2, 2025 at 6:00 PM
What do you think of this? 'Cyclists to face education course or fine for 10 new offences — including "dangerous" riding, cycling "without due care and attention" and riding without lights at night' 👉 https://buff.ly/40SZnOk #activetravel #cycling
“Bicycle Redistribution Point”: Spoof sign highlights train station’s bike theft problem, as designer slams police inaction and lack of security for cyclists
https://buff.ly/42tryVy #betterbybike #cyclinglifestyle #gobybike #bikelife #choosecycling
https://buff.ly/42tryVy #betterbybike #cyclinglifestyle #gobybike #bikelife #choosecycling
“Bicycle Redistribution Point”: Spoof sign highlights train station’s bike theft problem, as designer slams police inaction and lack of security for cyclists
“My hope is that this will spark some action to improve security and deter thefts in the area,” says the man behind the “depressingly accurate” sign, described as “Chichester’s answer to Bansky”
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January 31, 2025 at 7:00 PM
“Bicycle Redistribution Point”: Spoof sign highlights train station’s bike theft problem, as designer slams police inaction and lack of security for cyclists
https://buff.ly/42tryVy #betterbybike #cyclinglifestyle #gobybike #bikelife #choosecycling
https://buff.ly/42tryVy #betterbybike #cyclinglifestyle #gobybike #bikelife #choosecycling
A brand new charity ride is coming to Bridgwater this year! Youth Adventure Trust are holding the first ever Somerset Cycle. Choose your distance, set yourself a challenge and raise vital funds for local young people.
Find details and sign up here 👉 https://buff.ly/41y2ZWZ
Find details and sign up here 👉 https://buff.ly/41y2ZWZ
Somerset Cycle 2025 - Youth Adventure Trust
Saturday 26th April 2025, Bridgwater, Somerset Overview Join us for the first ever Somerset Cycle, in partnership with Black Rat Cycling, taking place on Saturday, 26th April 2025 in …
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January 30, 2025 at 6:00 PM
A brand new charity ride is coming to Bridgwater this year! Youth Adventure Trust are holding the first ever Somerset Cycle. Choose your distance, set yourself a challenge and raise vital funds for local young people.
Find details and sign up here 👉 https://buff.ly/41y2ZWZ
Find details and sign up here 👉 https://buff.ly/41y2ZWZ