tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33880093002676932672024-02-19T16:18:32.290+00:00Richmond Cycling CampaignNews and Updates from Richmond Cycling Campaign, London, UKRichmond Cycling Campaignhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08369457004963601354noreply@blogger.comBlogger82125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3388009300267693267.post-44811266584624601362010-10-21T08:26:00.000+01:002010-10-21T08:26:19.625+01:00Blog DiscontinuedThis blog is no longer maintained.<br />
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Richmond Cycling CampaignRichmond Cycling Campaignhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08369457004963601354noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3388009300267693267.post-72449496164128935152009-11-27T11:32:00.002+00:002009-11-27T11:40:23.296+00:00Watch Out for LawnmowersAccording to <a href="http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/health/8362373.stm">this BBC article</a>, there are around 6500 people hurt every year by lawn mowers.<br /><br />According to <a href="http://londonroadsafety.tfl.gov.uk/www/downloads/casualty-collision-data/pedal_casualties.pdf">this PDF</a> on TfL's London Road Safety website, 3202 people were fatally, seriously or slightly injured whilst on their bicycles.<br /><br /><a href="http://londonroadsafety.tfl.gov.uk/www/downloads/casualty-collision-data/pedestrians_casualties.pdf">This PDF</a> shows the pedestrian casualties, as cyclists above - 5127.<br /><br />Whilst on this topic, <a href="http://www.copenhagenize.com/2009/09/fear-of-cycling-01-essay-in-five-parts.html">this series of articles</a> on the <a href="http://www.copenhagenize.com/">Copenhagenize blog</a> (where the BBC article was found) is worth reading.Richmond Cycling Campaignhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08369457004963601354noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3388009300267693267.post-13009447846946092372009-09-17T15:22:00.002+01:002009-09-17T15:27:21.536+01:00London Sky Ride Feeder RidesRCC are leading two feeder rides to the <a href="http://new.britishcycling.org.uk/skyride/london">London Sky Ride</a> (previously the Freewheel).<br /><br />Both rides leave from <a href="http://maps.google.co.uk/maps?q=TW9+1QL&spn=0.005,0.02&hl=en">Little Green, Richmond</a>. If you're coming along, try to get there 15 minutes before the ride leaves.<br /><br />The first ride leaves at 09:30 and the second at 11:00.<br /><br />There will be a return ride leaving from Hyde Park Corner (inside Hyde Park) at 15:00.<br /><br />This is the <a href="http://www.bikely.com/maps/bike-path/Richmond-Feeder-to-London-Sky-Ride-2009">route </a>for the feeder. It'll be slightly different around Hammersmith on the way back.<br /><br />Come along, have fun, the weather is bound to be good!Richmond Cycling Campaignhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08369457004963601354noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3388009300267693267.post-31565879655114002672009-09-10T14:56:00.003+01:002009-09-10T15:28:17.053+01:00Cycle Lanes - are they any use?An interesting article on the Times website talks about the distance drivers give to cyclists when there are cycle lanes compared with the distance they give them when there aren't cycle lanes. You can see it <a href="http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/uk/article6828100.ece">here</a>.<br /><br />You might also like to have a look at this <a href="http://homepage.ntlworld.com/pete.meg/wcc/report/cycle-lanes.pdf">PDF</a> from Warrington Cycle Campaign that discusses the same issue and provides some nice pictures to prove their point.<br /><br />A few years ago, some <a href="http://www.bath.ac.uk/news/articles/archive/overtaking110906.html">research</a> was done to show that cyclists wearing helmets caused drivers to give them less space.<br /><br />You are in charge of you when you are cycling. See, Be Seen and Communicate.Richmond Cycling Campaignhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08369457004963601354noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3388009300267693267.post-18428962500795010472009-08-31T17:43:00.003+01:002009-08-31T17:52:00.836+01:00LBRuT LIP publishedRichmond council's <a href="http://cabnet.richmond.gov.uk/ieAgenda.asp?M=2217&AI=18673">LIP</a> (Local Implementation Plan) has been published and contains much relating to cyclists including £30k on secure parking at Richmond station, £25k on feasibility studies on all the pedestrian rail bridges to improve access for peds and cyclists, £280k on Hampton Court Road, £40k on improving the paths in Petersham Meadows, £15k on opening up one way streets in Richmond town centre to cyclists etc.<br /><br />You can read it <a href="http://cabnet.richmond.gov.uk/mgConvert2PDF.asp?ID=19806">here</a>.Richmond Cycling Campaignhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08369457004963601354noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3388009300267693267.post-50017579888972623762009-08-31T17:35:00.002+01:002009-08-31T17:41:18.082+01:00Hammersmith Riverside Shared SpaceHammersmith council had a consultation on the space alongside the river between the Corinthian sailing club and Black Lion street. This is around the Old Ship pub where the path passes in front of the pub and through a covered area.<br /><br />For cyclists, shared use is planned. The narrow path between the wall and the Black Lion car park will be widened. There will be a diagonal route from the end of this path leading towards the river, and a ramp will replace the present steps. There will be signs saying pedestrian priority, and warning pedestrians to watch out for cyclists.<br /><br />If you have any comments or want more information, <a href="mailto:annelise.johns@lbhf.gov.uk">email Annelise Johns</a> of Hammersmith council.Richmond Cycling Campaignhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08369457004963601354noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3388009300267693267.post-89642996948328958202009-08-27T11:28:00.002+01:002009-08-27T11:33:50.243+01:00Cycle Ambassador Scheme - WorkshopAs part of the Cycle Ambassador Scheme, there will be a workshop to give existing ambassadors and prospective ambassadors a chance to have any questions answered. There will also be lots of cycling related info available.<br /><br />The workshop is on Saturday 12th September at the staff social club in <a href="http://maps.google.co.uk/maps?f=q&hl=en&geocode=&q=TW1%203AA">Clarendon House, nr York House, Twickenham, TW1 3AA</a> from 10:00 onwards.<br /><br /><a href="http://tinyurl.com/mwo65x">Sign up to be an ambassador</a> on or before the 12th and you could win a prize.<br /><br />Hope to see you there!<br /><a href="http://richmondcc.blogspot.com/2009/08/cycle-ambassador-scheme.html"><br />More details on the ambassador scheme.</a>Richmond Cycling Campaignhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08369457004963601354noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3388009300267693267.post-25191001419668814112009-08-26T13:40:00.003+01:002009-08-26T13:50:10.386+01:00Maintenance WorkshopTo help out all the new cycle ambassadors, there is a new maintenance workshop starting on Wednesday 2nd September 2009 at 20:00 until 22:00. It's mainly for the ambassadors and buddies but all are welcome, as are donations.<br /><br />Turn up with your bike, use the tools and expertise available and go away with a bike that rides like a dream, probably.<br /><br />The workshop will be at All Hallows Church in Twickenham, it's the same place that Twickenham CC use as their club room:<br /><br />Location - <a href="http://tinyurl.com/mgdvm3">The Long Room, All Hallows Church, Erncroft Way, Twickenham, TW1 1EW</a><a href="http://tinyurl.com/mgdvm3"></a><br /><br />It will run bi-weekly until the end of October but will continue if it's popular.<br /><br />Hope to see you there!Richmond Cycling Campaignhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08369457004963601354noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3388009300267693267.post-78528333948534926442009-08-24T16:52:00.005+01:002009-08-24T17:01:22.304+01:00Towpath from Kew GardensTaken from inside Kew Gardens:<br /><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhzb5dPwjHEmoUIjgOkznK0vThQnD-bkiddbPqLtyFAVohvcWrsMgqvEBAWo1eR-59T1WZABE5m5cIS2psDs0FhTUqteAjZeALXDA-kOmC1W_N4BAB4S8FX5RkTiL1n0KWwPFJbo7CeWig/s1600-h/towpath+bikes.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 117px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhzb5dPwjHEmoUIjgOkznK0vThQnD-bkiddbPqLtyFAVohvcWrsMgqvEBAWo1eR-59T1WZABE5m5cIS2psDs0FhTUqteAjZeALXDA-kOmC1W_N4BAB4S8FX5RkTiL1n0KWwPFJbo7CeWig/s320/towpath+bikes.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5373560129982442498" border="0" /></a><br />Bikes on the towpath on a sunny afternoon, wind against tide and a beer expected...Richmond Cycling Campaignhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08369457004963601354noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3388009300267693267.post-68292654865658881612009-08-24T14:43:00.003+01:002009-08-24T14:48:17.068+01:00Contra Flow on King Charles Bridge in KingstonA new contra flow cycle lane in place in Kingston <span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-size:100%;" >- where </span><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-size:100%;" >King Charles Road crosses </span><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-size:100%;" >the railway - </span>after school children said it would help them get to school by bike.<br /><br />Details on the Kingston Council site <a href="http://www.kingston.gov.uk/information/news_and_events/news.htm?id=89448">here </a>and on Kingston Cycle Campaign's site with a nice picture <a href="http://docs.google.com/Doc?docid=dgdcq23x_3c2b2jdp7&hl=en_GB">here</a>.Richmond Cycling Campaignhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08369457004963601354noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3388009300267693267.post-27057197780747363702009-08-24T13:18:00.014+01:002009-08-27T11:27:51.335+01:00Cycle Ambassador SchemeThe Smarter Travel team at Richmond council have set up a cycle ambassador scheme to encourage people to cycle more often. It is open to anyone over 18 who lives, works or studies in Richmond. If this isn't you, please think of someone who might be interested in taking part either as an ambassador or buddy and send them the link to this post.<br /><br />The idea is that a cyclist decides to be an ambassador and signs up. The ambassador then finds a buddy who could be a friend, relative, partner or colleague who would like to do more cycling and they sign up as well. Ambassador and buddy then go off and do some cycling, preferably together ;-) Ambassadors get a £25 voucher and buddies get discounts in bike shops, discounted cycle training and a free handlebar bag.<br /><br />Buddying is a great way to get people cycling. Many cyclists already gently persuade the people in their lives of the benefits of cycling. Now cyclists can do all the persuading they like and everyone gets a reward. Sign up now and get twenty five pound for cycling around!<br /><br />Register to be an ambassador before September 12th and you will be entered into a prize draw to win one of three prizes. Both ambassadors and buddies will be entered into a prize draw to win a rucksack full of cycling goodies. Terms and conditions of the prize draws are available at the links below or by email.<br /><br />If you want to find out more, come along to the Ambassador's workshop on 12th September where you can ask any questions and get a chance to sign up and enter the prize draw. The workshop will be at the staff social club in <a href="http://maps.google.co.uk/maps?f=q&hl=en&geocode=&q=TW1%203AA">Clarendon House, nr York House, Twickenham, TW1 3AA</a> from 10:00 onwards.<br /><br />If you can't attend the workshop, come along to Richmond Cycling Campaign's new maintenance workshop where you can work on your own bike under the supervision of a qualified mechanic and get your ambassador questions answered. It will run bi-weekly starting Wednesday 2nd September at 20:00 in the <a href="http://tinyurl.com/mgdvm3">Long Room, All Hallows Church, Twickenham, TW1 1EW</a><br /><br /><a href="http://www.smartertravelrichmond.org/Cycling/Articles/Cycle-Ambassador-Scheme-%281%29.aspx">Details and registration on Smarter Travel web site</a><br /><br />Any questions, email <a href="mailto://cycleambassadors@richmond.gov.uk">cycleambassadors@richmond.gov.uk</a><br /><br />Terms and Conditions of prize draws:<br /><a href="http://docs.google.com/View?id=dc9w53s6_0q85pjfhq">September prize draw</a><br /><a href="http://docs.google.com/View?id=dc9w53s6_1wkdnqhgk">Main prize draw</a><br /><br /><a href="mailto://cycleambassadors@richmond.gov.uk"></a>Richmond Cycling Campaignhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08369457004963601354noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3388009300267693267.post-3013661687835042442009-08-24T13:15:00.002+01:002009-08-24T13:18:00.625+01:00Hammersmith Bridge - Southbound changesSome changes to the south side of Hammermsith bridge, including a new toucan, shared paths and alterations to the road surfaces.<br /><br />Details <a href="http://cabnet.richmond.gov.uk/mgIssueHistoryHome.asp?IssueId=22626">here</a>.Richmond Cycling Campaignhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08369457004963601354noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3388009300267693267.post-38001991657273843142009-08-21T18:23:00.002+01:002009-08-21T18:53:10.738+01:00Kew TowpathApologies for lack of posts recently.<br /><br />Kew towpath will be closed from 7th September for repair and maintenance to the embankment. Details on the council website <a href="http://www.richmond.gov.uk/kew_towpath_20090821.htm">here</a>.<br /><br />Towpath users will have to divert onto Mortlake Road and through the Kew Green back streets to pick up the towpath by Kew bridge. For cyclists, this will involve a short section of pavement where they are being asked to dismount.Richmond Cycling Campaignhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08369457004963601354noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3388009300267693267.post-20165608760822581842009-06-17T07:34:00.002+01:002009-06-17T07:37:58.428+01:00London Cycling WhateverBoris Johnson <a href="http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/politics/article6493064.ece">interview </a>in the Times.<br /><br />Third paragraph from the end. He's getting his own back.Richmond Cycling Campaignhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08369457004963601354noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3388009300267693267.post-64812421185503684692009-03-14T12:09:00.002+00:002009-03-14T12:13:14.398+00:00A4 Safety ImprovementsDetails <a href="http://www.richmondandtwickenhamtimes.co.uk/news/4200704.Safety_boost_for_A4/">here</a>.<br /><br />The petition about safety on the A4 has had an effect.<br /><br />Thanks to all who signed the petition.Richmond Cycling Campaignhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08369457004963601354noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3388009300267693267.post-89902128299339142042009-02-06T16:23:00.002+00:002009-02-06T16:29:46.456+00:00LCN+ CRISP datasheets onlineAll the datasheets for the Richmond LCN+ routes are now online <a href="http://www.londoncyclenetwork.org.uk/DMS/downloaddatasheet.aspx">here</a>.<br /><br />You can download them all in one go <a href="http://www.rcc.myzen.co.uk/docs/files/RichmondLCN.zip">here</a> = PDF 33MB<br /><br />These are the suggestions each CRISP came up with for the routes. The LCN+ in Richmond can be seen <a href="http://maps.google.com/maps/ms?ie=UTF&msa=0&msid=118030381130290797884.00045fe2920bfda0f642a">here</a>. All these suggestions rely on feasibility studies before they get the go ahead.<br /><br />RCC is waiting for LBRuT to provide us with a list of completed LCN+ routes.Richmond Cycling Campaignhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08369457004963601354noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3388009300267693267.post-21794576881715724852009-02-06T15:52:00.002+00:002009-02-06T16:14:18.940+00:00Cycling Infrastructure and Design StandardsThe DfT has recently releases it's Cycling Infrastructure and Design (CID) guidance.<br /><br />It can be found <a href="http://www.dft.gov.uk/pgr/roads/tpm/ltnotes/ltn208.pdf">here</a> = PDF 3.5MB<br /><br />You can also find the London Cycle Design Standard (LCDS) <a href="http://www.tfl.gov.uk/businessandpartners/publications/2766.aspx">here </a>= list of PDFs<br /><br />As previously posted, you can find the mayor's transport document, Way to Go <a href="http://www.london.gov.uk/mayor/publications/2008/11/way-to-go.jsp">here</a>.<br /><br />You can find the responses to this document at the links below:<br /><br /><a href="http://www.lcc.org.uk/index.asp?PageID=1276">London Cycling Campaign response</a><br /><br /><a href="http://www.sustrans.co.uk/webfiles/london/Way_to_go_Sustrans_response.pdf">Sustrans response</a><br /><br /><a href="http://www.livingstreets.org.uk/news_and_info/consultation_responses.php?id=924">Living Streets response</a><br /><br /><a href="http://www.glalibdems.org.uk/resources/sites/217.160.173.25-3e54d44dcb2780.65885247/A+Better+Way+To+Go+-+Liberal+Democrat+Submission+to+the+Mayor.doc">Lib Dems response</a><br /><a href="http://www.london.gov.uk/assembly/reports/transport/way-to-go-response.pdf"><br />Transport Committee response</a>Richmond Cycling Campaignhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08369457004963601354noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3388009300267693267.post-35947405271523735632009-02-06T15:34:00.002+00:002009-02-06T15:49:12.246+00:00Rides For EveryoneThe Rides for Everyone up to May are now listed on the LBRuT web site <a href="http://www.richmond.gov.uk/richmond_cycling_campaign.htm">here</a>.<br /><br />So along with our <a href="http://richmondccrides.blogspot.com/">rides blog</a> and the <a href="http://www.lcc.org.uk/index.asp?PageID=55">LCC rides web page</a>, you can see when and where our Rides For Everyone take place.<br /><br />Look at the <a href="http://richmondccrides.blogspot.com/">rides blog</a> to see some pics of recent rides.<br /><br />Here are some from the Box Hill ride...<br /><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhw6lIg4Tbl5M0vNUTjs-HlCHapoGotT0edndnBCV6VLJ0Dyd00FBOwha6DkeA5FjiazaJKJ2_6JNAN9Y83GFpMdWV0wDPNNzPJ8z-IRYCQixK_leXuCZMScKyUqWVaJn7QvEqPv6cvK_8/s1600-h/11012009150sm.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhw6lIg4Tbl5M0vNUTjs-HlCHapoGotT0edndnBCV6VLJ0Dyd00FBOwha6DkeA5FjiazaJKJ2_6JNAN9Y83GFpMdWV0wDPNNzPJ8z-IRYCQixK_leXuCZMScKyUqWVaJn7QvEqPv6cvK_8/s320/11012009150sm.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5299711800969764946" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiAfSt21WaT8KC8ruWMdI9OvxhExGKLX7SYBA5Co1h2dKDzEZQdzl5fJdnz_M_0Idi5GR8wrN1kGln4bhvRaXD8dIP9lOCiyVCtEgPfhzpvE3sun1kQ4ETrc3vfeejldxRWTiXLcf5zCIY/s1600-h/11012009156sm.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiAfSt21WaT8KC8ruWMdI9OvxhExGKLX7SYBA5Co1h2dKDzEZQdzl5fJdnz_M_0Idi5GR8wrN1kGln4bhvRaXD8dIP9lOCiyVCtEgPfhzpvE3sun1kQ4ETrc3vfeejldxRWTiXLcf5zCIY/s320/11012009156sm.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5299711800371242946" border="0" /></a>Richmond Cycling Campaignhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08369457004963601354noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3388009300267693267.post-42163779108611560912009-02-06T15:26:00.002+00:002009-02-06T15:33:26.439+00:00Cycle Training Courses in RichmondThis year's cycle training courses are now taking bookings.<br /><br />You can see more details <a href="http://www.richmond.gov.uk/cycling_safety">here</a>.<br /><br />There are holiday courses for children - these are great fun and are better than the usual school courses as it's generally more relaxed with a great mix of children.<br /><br />There are also courses for <a href="http://www.richmond.gov.uk/cycling_courses_for_adults.htm">adults</a>. These fall into 3 categories:<br /><br /><a href="http://www.richmond.gov.uk/home/transport_and_streets/road_safety_and_cycling/cycling_safety/cycling_courses_for_adults/adult_cycling_course_level_1.htm">Level 1</a> - wobblers and non riders = 2 x 90min sessions<br /><a href="http://www.richmond.gov.uk/home/transport_and_streets/road_safety_and_cycling/cycling_safety/cycling_courses_for_adults/adult_cycling_course_level_2.htm">Level 2</a> - Ready to ride = 4 x 90min sessions<br /><a href="http://www.richmond.gov.uk/home/transport_and_streets/road_safety_and_cycling/cycling_safety/cycling_courses_for_adults/adult_cycling_course_level_3.htm">Level 3</a> - Advanced road riding = 1 x 120min session<br /><br />All courses start at 18:30 and cost £15. They will start from or take place at:<br /><br />Richmond Adult Community College,<br />Clifden Road,<br />Twickenham<br />TW1 4LT<br /><br />Go to the relevant page to get a downloadable form or contact the safety education team on 020 8487 5131 or email them - <a href="mailto:safety-education@richmond.gov.uk">safety-education@richmond.gov.uk</a>Richmond Cycling Campaignhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08369457004963601354noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3388009300267693267.post-23903621204858120242009-02-06T15:15:00.002+00:002009-02-06T16:44:39.116+00:00Mayor's Question Time - Cycling Answers Jan 09Details are here...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.rcc.myzen.co.uk/docs/pdf/20090131MayoralQuestionTime.pdf">Mayor's Cycling Questions - January 2009</a><br /><br />The first questions relate to the fataility on the A4. The questions are relevant for Richmond because the A316 is similar - it has lots of side roads and entrances where cars have priority.<br /><br />There are also questions on cycle parking, the cycle hire scheme and cyclists and lorries.<br /><br />More questions and answers are <a href="http://www.london.gov.uk/assembly/mqt.jsp">here</a>.<br /><br /><br />Richmond Cycling Campaignhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08369457004963601354noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3388009300267693267.post-72965722933613351542009-02-02T12:30:00.003+00:002009-02-02T12:34:34.423+00:00It's Snow Bike<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjYLXXqbQJfQWT5a7C_VJPBpBtccgL7CKplKcwSdavBYqBnkZDTXGOWVLeOmaD7ofcE_UpM1icQxiYB_mik2LUvV0jlyP8sIJqPcNsB9q_5n0xw6Bk3Ia-pLVGqmE48jkzJIcAoQEkq2Z8/s1600-h/Snow+bicycle+sm.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 274px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjYLXXqbQJfQWT5a7C_VJPBpBtccgL7CKplKcwSdavBYqBnkZDTXGOWVLeOmaD7ofcE_UpM1icQxiYB_mik2LUvV0jlyP8sIJqPcNsB9q_5n0xw6Bk3Ia-pLVGqmE48jkzJIcAoQEkq2Z8/s320/Snow+bicycle+sm.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5298177094249075202" border="0" /></a><br /><br />Thanks and copyright to Mandy at <a href="http://feltbug.blogspot.com/">Feltbug</a>Richmond Cycling Campaignhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08369457004963601354noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3388009300267693267.post-3487948013545354452009-01-27T11:08:00.002+00:002009-01-27T11:16:51.033+00:00A Safer A4 for EveryoneBefore Christmas, there was a fatality on the A4 in Brentford. More details are <a href="http://www.twickenhamcc.co.uk/headlines/headlines_081201.htm">here</a>.<br /><br />Mike Fletcher was riding on the cycle path and as you can see from the link above, he was no novice. Ironically, he campaigned to make the route safer for other cyclists.<br /><br />It seems only right that we do what we can to continue his work. Please go to the site below and sign the petition.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.gopetition.co.uk/online/24413.html">Petition to Make the A4 Safer For Everyone</a><br /><br />ThanksRichmond Cycling Campaignhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08369457004963601354noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3388009300267693267.post-72196611051715316222009-01-07T10:48:00.006+00:002009-01-09T14:55:14.718+00:00LCN+ in RichmondAs reported earlier, the funding for the LCN+ from TfL has been reduced. We are now seeing the results of this in LBRuT forward plan, detailed here...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.richmond.gov.uk/home/council_government_and_democracy/democratic_processes_and_events/view_the_forward_plan.htm?mgl=mgListPlans.asp&RPId=174&q=1">LBRuT Forward Plan</a><br /><br />If you look at the Transport Consultative Group forward plan December 08 to March 09 and scroll to the bottom of the list, you will see that there are proposals to abandon the development of LCN+ routes 172-175 because they are in the feasibility stage. Here are some google maps detailing all the LCN+ routes in Richmond...<br /><br /><a href="http://maps.google.com/maps/ms?ie=UTF&msa=0&msid=118030381130290797884.00045fe2920bfda0f642a">Complete LCN+ in Richmond</a><br /><br /><a href="http://maps.google.com/maps/ms?ie=UTF8&hl=en&om=0&msa=0&msid=118030381130290797884.00045fe306c036b6def36&ll=51.449835,-0.303841&spn=0.083979,0.224018&z=13">LCN+ funding not forthcoming this year</a><br /><br /><a href="http://maps.google.com/maps/ms?ie=UTF8&hl=en&om=0&msa=0&msid=118030381130290797884.00045fe32ba00527f7c15&ll=51.452509,-0.306416&spn=0.083974,0.224018&z=13">LCN+ schemes that get funding this year</a><br /><br />You can also get pdf maps from the LCN+ site <a href="http://www.londoncyclenetwork.org.uk/html/DynaLink/menu_type/1/menu_id/25/submenu_id/51/main_page.asp">here</a>.<br /><br />Once you have removed the LCN+ that TfL is responsible for (the A316 and A205 south circular), LBRuT is spending it's money on the 167 which runs from Kingston bridge to Hampton, the 168 from Hammersmith bridge to Hampton (note that much of this route is goes along the NCN4 and through Richmond Park, so is already up to standard. Essentially, the problems on this link are Barnes Common and Teddington town centre), 169 which spurs off the A316 and goes along the A205 until it becomes the South Circular at Clifford Avenue and 170 which runs from Kew bridge to the border with Kingston on Richmond Road (not including Richmond Circus - which is a TfL junction).<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">LATEST</span><br />It appears that these schemes are not to be abandoned but have not progressed far enough through CRISP process to be put forward for funding this year. They are still at the feasibility stages. The intention is to move them forward next financial year. Not all of the routes that remain will have work done on them, RCC has asked for a list of schemes that will get funding for this year.Richmond Cycling Campaignhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08369457004963601354noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3388009300267693267.post-68641737463982200832008-12-03T19:02:00.003+00:002008-12-07T13:18:30.838+00:00Cycle Parking in LBRuT<div xmlns='http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml'>RCC had a meeting with some of the officers at the council about cycle parking in the borough. They have identified many sites around the borough that need attenion, most notably Richmond station.<br/><br/>They asked if RCC would be willing to help. I said, oh yes. So now it's up to you, this is your chance to get your views across.<br/><br/>Send in your requests for cycle parking to this email address by Wednesday 10th December...<br/><br/>SmarterCycleParking@Richmond.gov.uk<br/><br/>Use the template below...<br/><br/><br/>To: Smarter Cycle Parking Richmond (SmarterCycleParking@Richmond.gov.uk)<br/>From: (Name, Email address, Contact Telephone Number)<br/><br/>Request for Consideration of New Cycle Parking Location<br/><br/>1. Location Details<br/>Street/Pathway/Junction <br/>(Richmond Road, Junction with St Stephen’s Church)<br/><br/>Postcode/Map Grid Reference, If Known<br/>(0SX 517345, 0SY 174118)<br/><br/>Nearby travel destinations<br/>(Marble Hill House, Public House, The Thames Path, Residential Area)<br/><br/>2. Specific Requirements<br/>Are any additional measures likely to be necessary for implementation of parking?<br/>(e.g. Lighting measures, kerb build outs, removal of signage etc.)<br/><br/>In your opinion, how many parking spaces should be provided?<br/>(6 spaces, from 3 Sheffield Stands)<br/><br/>Is there sufficient existing natural surveillance of the site for security?<br/>(Yes, adjacent to footpath which leads towards Marble Hill House).<br/><br/>Is the Site on or nearby to an existing local cycle route or National/LCN/LCN+ route?<br/>(Nearby to Thames Path and local cycle routes towards Richmond & Twickenham.)<br/><br/>3. General Comments<br/>Are there any other comments you wish to make in support of this request?<br/><br/>4. Additional Documentation<br/>(Photograph of site, evidence of nearby cycle parking provision at or approaching capacity, etc.)<br/><br/>Go crazy, don't forget, by 10th December...<br/><br/><br/><a href='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi49juIZEt7201rNRk35RKuyUCoxFvpI7X847AFo_ooioO32m8a6rq-q4mSSPrirR7jLWrPR7QAZ6GjD-YgjRIRhQsW1bpk3lopqJAro7dY1iQqaIcVc5nMJE2mXUCBznNx3vUmjyHx8GM/s1600-h/Hampton+Cycle+Parking.jpg' onblur='try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}'><img border='0' id='BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5275644275264885538' alt='' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi49juIZEt7201rNRk35RKuyUCoxFvpI7X847AFo_ooioO32m8a6rq-q4mSSPrirR7jLWrPR7QAZ6GjD-YgjRIRhQsW1bpk3lopqJAro7dY1iQqaIcVc5nMJE2mXUCBznNx3vUmjyHx8GM/s320/Hampton+Cycle+Parking.jpg' style='margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 240px; height: 320px;'/></a></div>Richmond Cycling Campaignhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08369457004963601354noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3388009300267693267.post-77576865717068304202008-12-03T18:58:00.000+00:002008-12-07T12:54:44.105+00:00Vote for the Crane ValleyTen grants are available to parks throughout London, one of which is in Richmond - the Crane Valley park. The Crane valley could be a winner with your help, vote for it here...<br /><br /><a href="http://www.london.gov.uk/parksvote/">Help A London Park</a><br /><br /><a href="http://www.force.org.uk/">FORCE</a> do some good work and are attempting to get a joined up cycle network through the Crane valley and park and this money would help that cause.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.rcc.myzen.co.uk/docs/pdf/CraneValley.pdf">FORCE poster</a><br /><br />The Crane valley and park are well worth a trip...<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJtwdVpwVFM0ztPCz7C8xOm2vNUb8qYrlczoVC4fGOPiS8ZRTxA213cOsGYLMZ8Uf45O26JCDOzsTFcsXuKTSp7t7hBGDwxV1OS6qIhqZrdNlDWNaEzquTEe_Eh-hRLuHJRgUOere1xJQ/s1600-h/Crane+Valley.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJtwdVpwVFM0ztPCz7C8xOm2vNUb8qYrlczoVC4fGOPiS8ZRTxA213cOsGYLMZ8Uf45O26JCDOzsTFcsXuKTSp7t7hBGDwxV1OS6qIhqZrdNlDWNaEzquTEe_Eh-hRLuHJRgUOere1xJQ/s320/Crane+Valley.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5275645448617217986" border="0" /></a><br /><br />Some routes for you...<br /><a href="http://www.bikely.com/maps/bike-path/Strawberry-Hill-to-Crane-Park">Strawberry Hill to Crane Park</a><br /><a href="http://www.bikely.com/maps/bike-path/Richmond-Crane-Park-Loop-3">Richmond to Crane Park</a><br /><br />Go on, you know you want to...<br /><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhX7j5uudb3tRifZq4lIK_XHbPFAfL49G4qt6TkhiZX0sYiF8KTkXxDbgDxPinnL-pUZyyMjJLLqKolLTaxC3bnqaZ4WO3syl_2N6OqSS5bIC7M4gaCs6yiyzxOReoSzi7eQj9ytDEkAdE/s1600-h/Shot+Tower.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 240px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhX7j5uudb3tRifZq4lIK_XHbPFAfL49G4qt6TkhiZX0sYiF8KTkXxDbgDxPinnL-pUZyyMjJLLqKolLTaxC3bnqaZ4WO3syl_2N6OqSS5bIC7M4gaCs6yiyzxOReoSzi7eQj9ytDEkAdE/s320/Shot+Tower.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5275645453401123746" border="0" /></a>Richmond Cycling Campaignhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08369457004963601354noreply@blogger.com0