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Why you are better off by bike:

• cycling is often quicker than other forms of transport -- especially in congested urban areas
• journey times are more consistent and predictable as bikes are less affected by heavy traffic flows
• cycling is an inexpensive form of transport
• cycling is healthy and enjoyable. Regular cycling can help improve your strength, stamina and posture, and reduce the risk of coronary heart disease
• you will make a positive contribution to improving the Borough’s environment by reducing congestion, air pollution and noise pollution

People of all ages and abilities cycle in the Borough, for fun, to exercise and to get around. Download the leaflet below for easy ways to get involved!

Planning your route

Kingston upon Thames has wonderful routes along the River Thames, as well as in Richmond Park, Bushy Park, Wimbledon Common and Horton Park, which are perfect for leisure rides.

The Council supports the improvement of the London Cycle Network (LCN), set to be completed by 2009. The LCN will provide 3000 kilometres of cycle routes across London, linking all major centres of employment, education, leisure and main railway stations.

The Royal Borough’s cycle routes have easy-to-follow direction signs and the Council has constructed special facilities and parking for cyclists along these routes. The Council is introducing further routes and facilities, as funding permits, to provide a comprehensive network.

Kingston Council have produced a map which shows all the current safe cycling routes across the borough, as well as proposed routes to be completed in the future. All the routes shown on this map form part of the LCN and includes the Thames Cycle Route and links to other parts of the National Cycle Network.

For a copy of the map, please contact the Road Safety and Travel Awareness Team on 020 8547 5865 or cycling@rbk.kingston.gov.uk .

Transport for London (TfL) have an online journey planner  which now supports cycling journeys and generates route maps. Make sure you tick the 'Cycle' box and specify your additional cycling options.

020 8547 5865

cycling@rbk.kingston.gov.uk

The Kingston Cycling Campaign

The Kingston Cycling Campaign (KCC) is the local group of the London Cycling Campaign. It promotes cycling in the borough by:

• liaising with the Council on the provision of local cycling facilities, courses and routes
• organising a varied programme of rides
• providing "Dr Bike" sessions to advise people on the condition and safety of their bikes
• providing local cycling information for members and a means of reporting abandoned bikes and incorrect signs.

The KCC has over 150 members and normally meets on the second Tuesday of each month. For more details and to enquire about becoming a member of the KCC, telephone Rob James on 020 8546 8865 or email mail@kingstoncycling.org.uk.

Transport for London also produces cycle maps that cover the whole of London. You can obtain free copies through the TfL website or by calling the 24-hour travel information service on 020 7222 1234.

Personalised Cycle Maps

Is there a route you often ride - or would like to start to ride- but you're not sure of the best way to go? Have a personalised cycle route mapped for you by the Kingston Cycling Campaign.

Please complete our form to order your Personalised Cycle Map.