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Battersea Bridge Protest this Thursday, 6pm

Please join us on Thursday 7th of September to send a loud, clear message to Transport for London, Kensington & Chelsea and Wandsworth councils – Battersea Bridge must be made safe for cycling now. 

Assemble: 6pm, south side of bridge – In Town Statue, 1 Battersea Bridge, SW11 3TP

Tragically, on 10th August, a 27-year-old woman was killed while cycling across Battersea Bridge. Last year, another woman lost her leg cycling at the north end of the bridge. On average, there’s a serious or fatal collision involving someone cycling on this bridge every year. 

These deaths and serious injuries could have been avoided. Weak schemes have been proposed, but nothing has been delivered, and the bridge remains deadly. Join us on Thursday to demand urgent action from Transport for London, Kensington & Chelsea and Wandsworth councils.

This ride will be short – please turn up on time and wear muted clothing for the ride, homemade placards welcome – our slogans are “Make Battersea Bridge Safe For Cycling” and “Fix Battersea Bridge”.

FOR MORE DETAILS:

https://lcc.org.uk/news/battersea-too-little-too-late-tfl/

New protest laws: For those concerned about the change in protest laws, we have done everything possible to avoid arrests – find out more here.

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Urban Hill Climb 2023: Entries Close 24th September

Urban Hill Climb 2023 will take place on the 30th of September this year, bigger and better than ever! We’ve introduced new e-bike categories, new prizes, and an all new expo area!

Entries will close on 24th September for all categories! Book now to secure your spot.

This is a family friendly event. Whether you’re racing for the best possible time or cruising up the slopes waving to the fans we hope you’ll have an amazing day. 

to register:

https://www.riderhq.com/events/p/hp50i08g/f/urban-hill-climb-2023

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Orbea bike and exercise stand for sale

The following items are being offered for sale:

Orbea man’s road bike in good condition, which comes with a lock, front pannier and clip peddles.  £100 or near offer.

The second item is an indoor exercise stand for a bike. £10.

Please contact Max Chowen if interested – 07770 636 789.

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Cycle for London virtualchallenge event

The London Cycling Campaign is calling on our members and supporters to take on a challenge and Cycle For London. You can take part on your own, as a family, a group of friends, or your whole cycling club could take on a joint challenge.

We’ve seen immense progress in recent years, with more high quality schemes delivered than ever before. We must maintain this momentum to ensure everyone can access streets that work for people and planet.

Choose your distance, set up your profile and start clocking up the miles all to help raise vital funds to make cycling safer and more enjoyable for everyone.

Challenge link: https://cycle-for-london.raisely.com/

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Survey: BARNET SCHOOL STREETS

Encouraging active and safer travel to school

Each school in Barnet has proposals for safer travel to schools. Barnet Council are running a survey on the Engage Barnet website. Details can be found here:

https://engage.barnet.gov.uk/school-streets-engagement

It is easy to take part – you can just look at the schools you have in your neighbourhood – or look at them all.

The closing date is officially today – 21st July – but it will probably remain open over the weekend. There is also an email address if you want to get it touch directly.

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REMINDER-Thursday 20 July: Monthly Meeting – Summer inspiration!

REMINDER-Thursday 20 July: Monthly Meeting – Summer inspiration!

After a bit of business and coffee, come and talk about rides for the summer – rides taken, rides planned, rides wished for. It will include a report from some of the members who went on the recent Forty Plus holiday to France. Come along with a few tales to tell – or to be looking for inspiration.

NB meeting is early this month due to Church Centre summer closure. Meetings resume 28 September

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The pattern of meetings is the last Thursday of the month at 8pm. If you have any suggestions for topics for these meetings please get in touch.

Meet: 8pm, Trinity Church Centre, Nether Street, North Finchley N12.

All welcome.

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Thursday 20 July: Monthly Meeting – Summer inspiration!

After a bit of business and coffee, come and talk about rides for the summer – rides taken, rides planned, rides wished for. It will include a report from some of the members who went on the recent Forty Plus holiday to France. Come along with a few tales to tell – or to be looking for inspiration.

NB meeting is early this month due to Church Centre summer closure. Meetings resume 28 September

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The pattern of meetings is the last Thursday of the month at 8pm. If you have any suggestions for topics for these meetings please get in touch.

Meet: 8pm, Trinity Church Centre, Nether Street, North Finchley N12.

All welcome.

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RIDE: Sunday 23 July – Sandridge Loop

Head out via Galley Lane north through Ridge and Colney Heath. Return the same way mostly with a short loop at Colney Heath and arrive back at the Spires via Swanley Bar and Potters Bar. 

Possible cafe stops at The Potting Shed near Sandridge and The Oakmere for coffee on the way back.

A good deal of straight road generally with some quick traffic but relatively flat with a few exceptions. 

Pace the usual 10-11 mph average. Probably back by 3.30 or 4.00 pm. Route is approx. 37 miles.

This ride will be led by Peter King.

You MUST register if you want to join this event.

We can only take riders over 18 years old on this ride

TO BOOK CLICK ON THIS LINK

.www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/sandridge-loop-tickets-675403147997?aff=oddtdtcreator

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REMINDER: Thursday 29 June: Monthly Meeting – Ride The Rebellion Way!

After a bit of business and coffee, Paul will tell us all about a recent ride on the new cycle route in Norfolk – The Rebellion Way. Come and be inspired – a great route for the summer.

There will also be a chance to buy some select cycle items from former BC member Robert Sacks. Robert is downsizing and wants to find a good home for his bike-related items. Bring some money!

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The pattern of meetings is the last Thursday of the month at 8pm. If you have any suggestions for topics for these meetings please get in touch.

Meet: 8pm, Trinity Church Centre, Nether Street, North Finchley N12.

All welcome.