Record numbers on Quietway 1
The success story of the Southwark section of Quietway 1 continues. Recent counts at morning and evening peaks show a further increase in cyclists over those already reported from previous years (https://southwarkcyclists.org.uk/5479-2/).
The graph shows a steady increase now … Read More
Healthy Ride from Canada Water to London Fields and Victoria Park
One of our regular Healthy Rides on Saturday morning. More information in the Events Calendar or at www.healthyrider.weebly.com. Many thanks to Werner for designing the route and leading the ride. Here is his report:
A heatwave didn’t deter our determined … Read More
Floored by a hit-and-run?
Here’s something you can do after you’ve picked yourself up, examined the damage and scoured the neighbourhood for CCTV. Rat runs can be dangerous places, infested with rats who run you down and don’t stop. Here’s a couple of ways to … Read More
Cutty to Cody – Healthy Ride report, 19 May 2108
A group 30 in total joined together for this social Healthy Ride + on a gloriously warm and sunny spring day. We started by the Greenwich Foot Tunnel. Ricky kindly went in search of any others who might be waiting … Read More
Harper Road high jinks
Southwark is installing width restrictions on Harper Road but someone doesn’t like them. Soon after the concrete blocks were installed on March 29th, the blocks were moved out of position and rotated to maximise the distance between them. … Read More
St Thomas St consultation – we say “strongly disagree” because eastbound cycling not allowed.
Southwark Cyclists have responded negatively to the plans for St Thomas St. The proposal does reduce motor traffic levels and speeds (if enforced). But crucially it does not allow cycling in both directions and does not allow cyclists to get … Read More
How I found myself as a cycle campaigner – and how you might, too
We asked one of our newer members to explain how they got involved with cycle campaigning, and what they enjoy about being in Southwark Cyclists.
By Luci:
How does it work that I have ended up getting into the nitty-gritty … Read More
New Southwark Plan (our response)
When even the author of an opinion thinks it might not be rivetingly exciting you know that it could well be very dull indeed.
However, stuff can appear dull and be very important. Among our members is a guy who … Read More
Old Kent Road Area Action Plan further consultation
THIS IS IMPORTANT – PLEASE HAVE YOUR SAY Consultation deadline is March 21st Introduction
Southwark Council are consulting on their updated area action plan for the Old Kent Rd Area. This area runs from the Lewisham border to Harper Rd … Read More
