GoCycle Update No.17
Go Cycle is supported by Leighton-Linslade Town Council and Central Bedfordshire Council
GO CYCLE UPDATE Issue No.18, January 2010
I have listed the content below for your ease and reference.
1) Do you work locally? The “Cycle to Work Guarantee” could assist your employer in becoming more cycle friendly.
2) FREE Weekly Sunday afternoon Bike Rides, 1.30pm from Church Square, LB.
3) Dr Bike Market Stall – Tuesday 9th February 2010
4) Wheelie Wednesday Bike Ride – Wednesday 10th February 2010, 12.30pm
5) Twitter/Facebook
6) Summary of GoCycle events planned for Leighton-Linslade
More details on news and events at our website www.gocycleleightonlinslade.org.
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Happy Cycling!
Alvina Farrow, GoCycle Promotions Officer email alvina.farrow@leightonlinslade-tc.gov.uk
1. Do you work locally? The “Cycle to Work Guarantee” could assist your employer in becoming more Cycle Friendly.
We are promoting the national “Cycle To Work Guarantee” to which 100s of companies across the UK have already signed up. We now need your contacts in local workplaces to help us assist local employers in working towards the following
5 Pledges towards a Cycle Friendly Workplace
1) Storing: secure, safe and accessible bike parking facilities for all staff who want them
2) Changing: good quality changing and locker facilities for all staff who want them
3) Buying: offset the cost of cycling equipment through the big tax savings of the ‘cycle to work’ scheme
4) Repairing: bike repair available for cyclists on or near site
5) Inspiring: an implementation plan including targets for take-up, training and incentives to cycle
Please email pauline.roby@leightonlinslade-tc.gov.uk or phone 01525 635112 to offer a contact name and number for your workplace to encourage cycling in this way. Don't forget, there is FREE Cycle Training for adults – all levels/experiences – until March 2010.
2. FREE Weekly Sunday Bike Rides 1.30pm from Church Square, Leighton Buzzard. Next dates are: 10th 17th 24th 31st January.
All abilities are welcome for these informal bike rides, covering a variety of routes. For more information please contact Sam on: enquiries@mbrsuk.com, 07736674410
3. Market Stall – Tuesday 12th January 2010
GoCycle’s Dr Bike will be at the Market Stall in the Town Centre on Tuesday 12th January. We will be offering a FREE BIKE CHECK to members of the public, no need to book, just bring your bike along. You can also pick up FREE GoCycle calendars and Cycle maps from the stand.
4. Wheelie Wednesday – 13th January 2010
Our next Wheelie Wednesday lunchtime cycle ride takes place on Wednesday 13th January. Meet at the Market Cross Leighton Buzzard at 12.30 for a guided cycle excursion lasting approximately one hour.
5. Community Cycle Club meeting – Pages Park Pavilion - 14th January 7-9pm
Come along and assist in forming and shaping this new Cycle Club for Leighton-Linslade. You can ensure it offers what is needed to encourage and facilitate you and others in the area to cycle, whether for fun, for fitness or for transport purposes. Please inform allison.jeavons@leightonlinslade-tc.gov.uk of your interest in this club (to receive more information of future meetings and activities) and if you intend to come to this meeting (for catering purposes).
6. Summary of GoCycle Events Planned for 2010
Please include these dates in newsletters and mailings to other clubs in the area, so everyone can take advantage of all the Cycling Fun!
January 2010
10th Regular Riders bike ride. Meet in Church Square, Leighton Buzzard for 1.30pm
12th Dr Bike comes to town – visit us on our market stall
13th Wheelie Wednesday guided ride between 12.30 – 1.30. Meet at the Market Cross, Leighton Buzzard at for a leisurely lunch time ride.
14th Community Cycle Club meeting, Pages Park Pavilion, 7-9pm – come along to help shape the future of this club
17th Regular Riders bike ride. Meet in Church Square, Leighton Buzzard for 1.30pm
24th Regular Riders bike ride. Meet in Church Square, Leighton Buzzard for 1.30pm
31st Regular Riders bike ride. Meet in Church Square, Leighton Buzzard for 1.30pm
February
3rd BuzzCycles Liaison meeting, Council Chambers, White House 7.30pm
7th Cycle Sunday – led family bike ride organised by BuzzCycles. Meet at Tiddenfoot Leisure Centre for 10am. Return by 12noon.
7th Regular Riders bike ride. Meet in Church Square, Leighton Buzzard for 1.30pm
9th Dr Bike comes to town – visit us on our market stall
10th Wheelie Wednesday guided ride between 12.30 – 1.30. Meet at the Market Cross, Leighton Buzzard at for a leisurely lunch time ride.
14th Regular Riders bike ride. Meet in Church Square, Leighton Buzzard for 1.30pm
21st Regular Riders bike ride. Meet in Church Square, Leighton Buzzard for 1.30pm
28th Regular Riders bike ride. Meet in Church Square, Leighton Buzzard for 1.30pm
March
3rd BuzzCycles meeting, The Crown pub, North Street 7.30pm
7th Cycle Sunday – led family bike ride organised by BuzzCycles. Meet at Tiddenfoot Leisure Centre for 10am. Return by 12noon.
7th Regular Riders bike ride. Meet in Church Square, Leighton Buzzard for 1.30pm
9th Dr Bike comes to town – visit us on our market stall
10th Wheelie Wednesday guided ride between 12.30 – 1.30. Meet at the Market Cross, Leighton Buzzard at for a leisurely lunch time ride. Take a break from the norm and GoCycle!
14th Regular Riders bike ride. Meet in Church Square, Leighton Buzzard for 1.30pm
21st Regular Riders bike ride. Meet in Church Square, Leighton Buzzard for 1.30pm
28th Regular Riders bike ride. Meet in Church Square, Leighton Buzzard for 1.30pm
Check out our website www.gocycleleightonlinslade.org for cycle training. Whether you are a complete beginner or an experienced cyclist wanting advanced training we have a course to suit you and can arrange training at a time and location to meet your needs.
Fill your diaries with all the GoCycle action! For information and to subscribe to our newsletter go to www.gocycleleightonlinslade.org
