Portsmouth CTC is part of Cycling UK, a national body previously known as CTC.
The Cycling UK web site contains a lot of information about the Cycling UK, its activities and cycling in general. For example:
- About Cycling UK - introduces Cycling UK, what it does and why it deserves your support
- Campaigning - introduces Cycling UK's campaign activities
See below for the current items of national news from Cycling UK. If you use a news reader, you can subscribe directly using link: http://www.cyclinguk.org/rss.xml
Bike finder: Which lightweight e-roadster should I buy?
23 September 2026, 8:05 am
Cycling UK member Cathy Parker is looking for a lighter version of her electric Gazelle Bloom to continue utility cycling around Cambridge. This was a tricky challenge – but our experts came up with some options
Cycle routes more popular than people think
22 September 2026, 8:08 am
There’s a common misperception that creating safe space for cycling in our communities is unpopular. Cycling UK’s Policy Manager, Jim Densham, explains the phenomenon and why we have published a new report to tell positive stores and show that high-quality cycle routes across the UK are beneficial and popular
Claim 20% off membership
21 September 2026, 1:39 pm
Join today and save: 20% off a year of community, inspiration, insurance cover and more!
Finding her way back to cycling via the Aberdeenshire Bothy
21 September 2026, 8:19 am
After more than a decade away from regular cycling, Helen wasn’t sure she could get back on her bike. With support from Connecting Communities and Aberdeenshire Bothy, she rebuilt her confidence, rediscovered her love of cycling and is now enjoying regular rides with friends and her local cycling community
Hundreds ride for fair access: bin the blanket ban Merseyrail!
18 September 2026, 9:49 am
On 17 September Cycling UK, Merseyside Cycling Campaign, local cycling groups and hundreds of supporters rode from the Liverpool City Region Combined Authority offices to Merseyrail head office to encourage them to bin their blanket ban on non-foldable e-bikes
Top 10 UK cycling destinations for autumn
17 September 2026, 4:00 pm
The weather is on the turn, the nights are coming in: there’s no doubt that autumn is on its way. Our selection of fantastic areas to explore by bike will provide all the inspiration you need to keep riding
Edinburgh showcase celebrates how access to cycling can change lives
17 September 2026, 12:20 pm
Cycling UK brought community organisations and grant recipients together at North Edinburgh Arts to celebrate the impact of the Cycle Access Fund and other programmes helping people across Scotland to walk, wheel and cycle
Thanks for getting in touch
17 September 2026, 9:30 am
Thanks for taking the time to tell us a little more about the work you’re doing and what you’re looking for from Cycling UK
Saving more cycles from the skip
16 September 2026, 9:58 am
Cycling UK Vice President Josie Dew’s son Jack is a chip off the old block, cycling, recycling, repurposing and making good use of things that he finds
From policy to participation: practical active travel support
16 September 2026, 8:52 am
Cycling UK helps authorities and partners move from active travel policy to measurable participation. Explore evidence, case studies and practical resources on inclusive cycling, community delivery, cycle and e-cycle access, children and families, rural mobility and evaluation