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
Great rides: Brompton oratory
15 May 2026, 7:35 am
Wanting a week away with minimal hassle and expense, Cycling UK member Tony Dabb packed a borrowed folder into two IKEA bags. Here he talks up the bike’s benefits
What Wales’s new political landscape means for cycling
14 May 2026, 11:07 am
For the first time in the history of devolution, the Welsh Government is being led by a party other than Welsh Labour. Tomos Owens, Cycling UK’s Public Affairs Officer, explains what the result means for cycling
A tribute to Robert Harris
14 May 2026, 8:29 am
Robert Harris, a Cycling UK member for all his adult life, is fondly remembered by his son for his love of cycling for touring, weekend rides, commuting and everyday journeys
What do the Holyrood election results mean for active travel?
13 May 2026, 2:54 pm
Elections in Scotland on 7 May have changed the country’s political landscape. Cycling UK’s Public Affairs Manager Eleanor Goldberg Mitchell takes a look at what this might mean for people cycling in Scotland
Travellers’ tales: Trans Pennine Trail tale
12 May 2026, 9:53 am
From Victorian railways to Antony Gormley statues, Cycling UK member Ann Shrimpton and friends found much to enjoy when she cycled this lesser-known coast-to-coast route from Southport to Hornsea
Meet our groups: All cycles welcome at the British Human Power Club
11 May 2026, 10:29 am
The British Human Power Club was formed in 1983 to allow people to race on non-standard cycles, organising an inclusive and informal national race series for bikes that aren’t allowed to race elsewhere. Jonathan Woolrich explains more
How much money can you save by cycling more?
8 May 2026, 8:00 am
As fuel costs rise, you might be considering swapping from driving to cycling to save some money – but how much can you really save?
Travellers’ tales: Britain’s longest bike ride
7 May 2026, 9:28 am
Can you cycle all the way around Britain? Cycling UK member Robert Bluck and cycling pal Steve decided they would find out the hard way: they rode 5,000 miles around Britain’s coastline, finding much to enjoy along the way
Bike finder: Which practical utility bike should I buy?
6 May 2026, 9:08 am
Nell in Glossop is looking for a reliable, easy-to-use bike that she can use to transport her trombone. Our experts provided her with some options
Cycling UK invites riders and supporters to get involved in the 'Bike Week Brunch'
6 May 2026, 8:00 am
This Bike Week (June 8–15), Cycling UK is running the “Bike Week Brunch”, an opportunity for supporters, cycle clubs and community cycle groups, to support the charity’s efforts to introduce others to the benefits of cycling