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Focus group participants needed

Who we are & what we are researching

We are a team at the Centre for Transport & Society, UWE Bristol, and we are investigating how people perceive and behave in different types of side road crossings, so that road crossing design can be improved.

To do this, we are organising online focus groups (i.e. online discussion groups) in March. Each online focus group will involve around 6 participants and last max 75 minutes. Participants will be able to share their experiences of crossing side roads in a friendly and informal setting, with the help of a researcher who will facilitate the discussion. To thank participants for their time, we will give them a shopping voucher.

Who can take part in the research?

We are looking for a mix of ordinary people, aged 18+, from ALL WALKS OF LIFE and from different areas across the UK, who may fall into one or more of the following categories:

  • People with disabilities and/or reduced mobility
  • People who regularly cycle for transport (including with children)
  • People who regularly walk for transport (including with children, pushchairs etc.)
  • Any other transport users (e.g. drivers, e-scooter users etc.)

What do you need to take part?

You don’t need any special qualifications or knowledge to take part. To join the focus group, you can use an electronic device connected to the internet – we will use Microsoft Teams, which is the UWE-approved online platform. Some of the focus groups will involve watching short video clips and images on the screen. If you cannot access the internet or have any accessibility needs (e.g. BSL interpretation), please let us know in advance so we can support you.

When are the online focus groups taking place?

  • Monday 7th March 12:00-13:15 (only for people living/working/studying in Greater London)
  • Monday 7th March 18:00-19:15
  • Tuesday 8th March 18:00-19:15 (only for people living/working/studying in Greater London)
  • Wednesday 9th March 12:00-13:15
  • Thursday 10th March 8:45-10:00 (only for people living/working/studying in Greater London)
  • Thursday 10th March 12:00-13:15 (only for people living/working/studying in the Bradford/Leeds/York area)
  • Friday 11th March 8:45-10:00
  • Friday 11th March 12:00-13:15 (only for people living/working/studying in Birmingham)
  • Saturday 12th March 10:00-11:15

How to take part

If you wish to take part in one of the focus groups, please send an email to miriam.ricci@uwe.ac.uk providing the following details:

  • Your full name;
  • Age & gender;
  • Occupation;
  • Place of residence (village, town or city);
  • Any disabilities and accessibility needs;
  • Which focus group(s) you wish or are able to join. We will invite you to ONE focus group only.
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New Volunteer Roles at the LCC

A series of volunteer project roles have been added to the LCC website so please take a look and share with anyone who might be interested. There’s a variety of projects available to volunteer on:Help scope and support our work on creating an accessible and inclusive cycling network in LondonSupport our Dangerous Junctions campaignBorough cycle parking projectWomen on Wheels projectCycling in London’s ethnic minority communitiesCycling in London’s LGBTQ+ communitiesSupporting LCC Community rides

For details see here:

http://www.lcc.org.uk/staff-vacancies/

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London to Brighton Ride – for Barnet Mencap

Barnet Mencap is offering places on the London to Brighton bike ride on 11th September 2022. The aim is to raise funds to support their work in Barnet. There is a £55 registration fee and they ask that riders raise at least £150 in sponsorship.

Are you looking to take on an exciting cycle challenge? Fancy raising money for children and adults at Barnet Mencap?

On this iconic London to Brighton Cycle Ride, leave the buzz of the city behind and join fellow cyclists as you face the challenge of a 54-mile journey on two wheels, from the heart of London to the buzzing Brighton seafront!

Once out of London you will predominantly cycle along quiet lanes passing through Mitcham, Carshalton, Chipstead, Banstead and Haywards Heath before taking on the challenge that is Ditchling Beacon – a mile long climb to the top of the South Downs where you will be rewarded with amazing views and a water break! From there it’s downhill for the last few miles onto Brighton sea front.

By signing up to this challenge we ask that you commit to raising a minimum sponsorship of £150 per person.

https://booking.skylineevents.co.uk/?add=490&referrer=charity&charity=11570&siteid=50&rf=1

If you have any queries, please get in touch with us at projectsupport@barnetmencap.org.uk or020 8349 3842.

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RIDE REMINDER – NEW YEAR RIDE: Sunday 23 January

COMING UP THIS SUNDAY – REGISTER NOW TO SECURE A PLACE

YOU MUST REGISTER ONLINE IN ADVANCE – SEE LINK BELOW

A round trip from Barnet into Hertfordshire. 25 miles (40km) at a steady pace (9/10 miles per hour average). This ride is suitable for riders who want to keep moving fairly steadily but is neither for beginners nor strong riders wanting to push themselves. Mainly on road with some hills, and a horse bridge!

There will be one stop for refreshments at the Welcome Break at South Mimms at just over half way round the route. Ride will return at 3pm. Do bring lights to get you home.

Details of meeting place on the booking form. Meet at 9.45 for briefing and bike check – ready to leave at 10am

Sorry, but we cannot accommodate children on this ride.

This is the link to the Eventbrite to book.

http://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/245885148097

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Thursday 27 January: Monthly Meeting

Monthly meetings – in real life – are back!  Trinity Church has reopened after building work and we have a booking for the last Thursday of most months, 8-10pm.

The dates for the first part of the year are: 27 Jan, 24 Feb, 31 Mar, 28 Apr, 26 May, 30 Jun, 21 Jul. Note that we are now in the Livingstone Hall â€“ the one next door to our usual meeting.

Come along for a chat and a catch up – no firm agenda for the first meeting. 

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

All welcome.

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JOY RIDERS Winter 100,000 mile challenge

JoyRiders run rides to help women find the confidence to start or return to cycling. Almost 60% of the women who participated in their rides said that both their physical and mental health improved as a result. 45% said they felt less isolated, 50% started to use cycling as an important form of transport, and 25% said they gained more confidence in other areas of their life.

During 2021 to date they have run 259 rides with over 1,600 participants – across London, Manchester, Oxford and Cambridge. They trained 90 volunteer ride leaders and participated in numerous forums, events and outreach activities. In 2022, they want to run even more rides in even more places.

Although JoyRiders are volunteer-led, there are costs associated with getting all these things done. E.g. it costs £160 to train one ride leader.

The 100,000 Mile #WinterChallenge is JoyRiders big fundraiser each year.  Together, everyone who joins the challenge is trying to ride 100,000 miles between 1 December 2021 and 28 February 2022. They’re also trying to raise £20,000.

It costs £8 for an adult to join – and there are teen (£6) and kid (£4) categories too. Everyone who joins is able to set up their own fundraising page so they can ask family and friends to support their efforts – and support JoyRiders.  You can upload your miles via a Strava link, or manually.

It is also possible to create a team entry – from a workplace, family entry, or a group of friends (or an LCC local group!). If you’d like to get involved, please click below.

For details see here:

http://www.register.enthuse.com/ps/event/JoyRidersWinter100000Challenge

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NEW YEAR RIDE: Sunday 23 January

YOU MUST REGISTER ONLINE IN ADVANCE – SEE LINK BELOW

A round trip from Barnet into Hertfordshire. 25 miles (40km) at a steady pace (9/10 miles per hour average). This ride is suitable for riders who want to keep moving fairly steadily but is neither for beginners nor strong riders wanting to push themselves. Mainly on road with some hills, and a horse bridge!

There will be one stop for refreshments at the Welcome Break at South Mimms at just over half way round the route. Ride will return at 3pm. Do bring lights to get you home.

Details of meeting place on the booking form. Meet at 9.45 for briefing and bike check – ready to leave at 10am

Sorry, but we cannot accommodate children on this ride.

This is the link to the Eventbrite to book.

http://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/245885148097

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Sunday 16 Jan 1pm: Westminster Winter Wonder Ride

Westminster Cycling Campaign is organising a ride for women and their allies called ‘Winter Wonder Ride’ on Sunday 16 January, 1pm. Dress code: warm and fabulous! This will be a short family-friendly marshalled ride mainly using protected bike lanes and traffic-free roads. Please spread the word – it should be a lot of fun, while highlighting the need for more safe cycle infrastructure in Westminster. And everyone is welcome to join in and support this ride, regardless of gender.

All riders must be registered to join so if you’d like to register or learn more about the ride, please click below. 

Register on Eventbrite

If you can volunteer as a marshal (you don’t need to identify as a woman) please contact katy.rodda@lcc.org.uk

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Sunday 6th AND 13th February:  Zeppelin Ride (Central London CTC)

THE RIDE SCHEDULED FOR 6TH FEB IS FULLY BOOKED. A SECOND RIDE WILL BE HELD ON 13TH FEB. DETAILS ON HOW TO BOOK AS BELOW. IF RESTRICTIONS EASE THE NUMBERS ON EACH RIDE MAY BE ABLE TO BE INCREASED NEARER THE TIME.

NB this is not an LCC ride – it is being run by Central London CTC. Places must be booked online in advance. See end of this note on how to book a place.

Meeting time: 10:30.  

Ride Leader: Charles Harvey 07961 194 771

Start point: Potters Bar Railway Station. [Some riders will arrive by train. If you are cycling to the start point or coming on an earlier train, have a coffee at the Café Nero opposite the station’s main entrance, which allows you to keep an eye on the cycle parking area].

Ride Description:  A ride that takes you to places connected with the downing of the German airships SL11 and L31 in 1916, at Cuffley and Potters Bar respectively. Lunch at The Plough at Cuffley. To give you a feel for the rigours of high altitude flight, this ride takes you over some of the highest points in eastern Hertfordshire, including Cuffley, Newgate Street and Essendon. You have been warned!

For further info, contact Charles Harvey charles.harvey@hotmail.co.uk

020 8455 5174 / 07961 194 771    

NB if this ride is over-subscribed it will be repeated on Sunday 13th February

To book a place: Go to the link below. 

https://www.centrallondonctc.org.uk/rides

Find the entry for the ride and click on BOOK