The web is full of some really useful cycling related information, advice and resources. Below we have sought to highlight just a few which you may wish to check out if you don’t find the information you need across our range of cycling features and posts.
Let’s Go Tees Valley
Supported by funding from Tees Valley Combined Authority, Let’s Go Tees Valley have whole teams across the Tees Valley district who offer ideas, advice, support and motivation for people to find greener, healthier and cheaper ways to travel. Offering group rides, cycle training and even a ‘bike buddy’ scheme, there is something for everyone.
Darlington Borough Council
Darlington Borough Council have a really useful map showing designated cycle paths, advisory routes and even where cycle parking is located across Darlington.
Go Smarter, Go Active
Go Smarter, Go Active is a campaign dedicated to getting more people across the North East to walk, wheel or cycle for everyday journeys. Their website contains useful cycle maps, as well as recommended routes and itineraries for getting out and about in the local area.
CycleStreets
CycleStreets is a handy website that allows you to plan a journey by bike. Simply enter your start and end points and the website will do the rest, offering you different route options depending on your confidence.
Sustrans
Sustrans is a national charity delivering a wide range of work focused on cycling. They are responsible for the management of the National Cycle Network (NCN), a UK-wide network of signed paths and routes for walking, cycling, wheeling and exploring outdoors.
Cycling UK
Cycling UK has championed the cause of cycling for more than 140 years. They promote all forms of cycling, protect the interests of existing and would-be cyclists, and inspire people of all ages, backgrounds and abilities to discover the joys of cycling. Their website is packed full of information and advice for all levels of cyclists.
British Cycling
British Cycling is the main national governing body for cycle sport in Great Britain. It administers most competitive cycling that takes place. They also facilitate and promote various types of led rides, whatever your ability and whoever you are through their Let’s Ride programme.
They also offer women only rides through their Breeze programme, giving women of all abilities the chance to learn to ride and build up confidence all while socialising.