This month’s interview is with Rick King. Rick’s been volunteering with lots of cycling and mobility projects in Colchester, and his story of how cycling transformed his health is really inspirational. With social distancing in place I wasn’t able to...
Richard and I sat down in the tea room at Re~Cycle’s warehouse in Wormingford, surrounded by maps showing their partners in Africa and posters of what they’re upto. The charity have sent over 114,000 bikes to their partners over the years and they’re not slowing up...
On a chilly Monday evening at the end of January I took a ride to meet Jo and Jay, founders of Wivenhoe Bike Kitchen. I leant my bike against the fence outside their workshop in the Canoe Store at the old Cook’s Shipyard in Wivenhoe, knocked on the door, and was...
This month I met Catherine and Stuart Johnson for a cup of tea and a catch up at The Minories tearoom. We talked about cycle campaigning, utility cycling and how riding a bike quite simply puts a smile on your face! How did you first start cycling? Stuart: I’ve...
This month’s interview is with Lucy Mondon. Lucy tells us about how getting an e-bike has given her a new found confidence in cycling on the road, as well as some tips and tricks about how to get the most out of your e-bike! How did you first start cycling? ...
This month we chatted with Liz Bethell from St James’ Primary School about her work as a bikeability instructor, growing up on her bike as a bit of a tomboy and how she’s held onto her favourite bike for a long time… How did you first start cycling? I’ve been riding a...
You can learn anytime and get to experience the joy of riding a bike and all the health benefits that cycling brings. Essex County Council are now offering free adult cycling training for beginners Sign up at https://bit.ly/3nQE7Ek or email SaferEssexRoads@essexhighways.org
