The Navvies footbridge in Workington is set to re-open rejoining communities in Allerdale, west Cumbria. Local residents, cut off from each other following the 2009 floods, now have a £1.7m bridge with which to cross the River Derwent. It will reopen on 10 September 2011 at noon. The original … [Read more...]
‘Taff trail best trip for 2011′ – National Geographic
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June 21, 2011 By 1 Comment
National Geographic editors pick the Taff trail and Cardiff, Wales as one of the best trips of the summer. Walking or cycling the Taff Trail – Route 8 of the National Cycle Network from Cardiff Bay to Brecon - is one of the best global experiences of summer 2011 according to National … [Read more...]
New cycle paths for Clydach, Swansea Valley
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June 16, 2011 By Leave a Comment
New paths and cycle tracks open in Wales as part of the National Cycle Network. The first part of a project bringing the National Cycle Network to the heart of Clydach has opened. The scheme, by Sustrans, opens up a canal towpath and provides a link through to the Pontardawe Road depot … [Read more...]
Sustrans releases iphone cycle app
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May 10, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Planning a long journey, with interconnections to road, rail and train is set to become a whole lot easier thanks to a new iphone app from Sustrans. The free app, available from the Apple iTunes store, will make the UK-wide transport network, available for mobile phones. Also included in … [Read more...]
Historical cycle routes launched in the north west
Cyclists looking to exercise their minds as well as their bodies may want to check out some exciting new cycle trails in the North West of England. Taking in some of the region’s key historical landmarks, the trails may be just a short ride in terms of distance, but give cyclists the chance to … [Read more...]