Tag Archives: cycling

Big Bike Giveaway

Posted on January 13, 2016 by gedhughes

With the new canal towpath in Acocks Green, this is a great time to start making the most of them by getting on a bike and enjoying a cycle along a traffic-free route into Digbeth and onward to the City … Continue reading →

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Towpath Upgrade and Temporary Closure

Posted on November 5, 2015 by gedhughes

December Update – The resurfacing continues at a good pace. It is continuing to the boundary of Solihull, which is Lincoln Road Bridge.   As part of the Birmingham Cycle Revolution Funding, which aims is to encourage more people to … Continue reading →

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The Birmingham Cycle Revolution – Free Big Bike Giveaway

Posted on January 9, 2015 by gedhughes

To encourage more people to take up cycling in Birmingham, the city council has been given funds to purchase 5000 bikes in 2015. Some will be used in a bike hire scheme similar to the ‘Boris Bike’ scheme in London, … Continue reading →

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Join the Bike Train in Acocks Green – catch the last train on Monday 29th!

Posted on July 6, 2013 by gedhughes

Have you ever wondered about commuting into the city, but felt a bit unsure about the best route and lack a bit of confidence? Or maybe you would like some company on your ride into town?  Then Bike Train is for … Continue reading →

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Bike Week: This Week

Posted on June 20, 2013 by gedhughes

Did you know that Bike Week is happening this week? A great time of year to get the dusty bike out of the shed and enjoy some fresh air and exercise. Also cycling is free and gets you from A … Continue reading →

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Bike Train Friday 21st September

Posted on September 16, 2012 by gedhughes

This Friday local cyclists are invited to take part in the Birmingham Bike Train. Join up to commute into the city centre with other cyclists, taking the quieter roads that make the cycle into the city easier than you might think. There is a … Continue reading →

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Join in the Bike Train Day from Acocks Green – Thursday 22nd September

Posted on September 14, 2011 by gedhughes

On the 22nd September 2011, Birmingham Friends of the Earth in conjunction with PushBikes and Sustrans will be holding 5 “Bike Train” events. This is an opportunity for people to get out on their bikes for the commute to work. … Continue reading →

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