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
Orange tide rising: unpacking the 2025 Liberal Democrat autumn conference
26 September 2025, 9:00 am
Liberal Democrat leader Ed Davey’s barnstorming speech wasn’t the only highlight of the party’s conference. Cycling UK’s Head of Policy and Public Affairs Simon Bowkett was there and found a party buoyant with success but facing challenges
Run for us in the Brighton Marathon event 2026
25 September 2025, 3:07 pm
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Travellers’ tales: Laid-back cycle commuting
25 September 2025, 1:36 pm
Investing in a secondhand velomobile mean Richard James can cycle to work in comfort – and he’s attracted some admiring comments too
Advanced Maintenance course - 10 October 2025 - Bolton
24 September 2025, 11:12 am
Please fill in the form below to register for the Advanced Maintenance course - 10 October 2025 - Bolton
The electric bikes that are saving lives in Glasgow
24 September 2025, 8:00 am
Suicide prevention charity Men Matter Scotland can now reach more men in crisis following the purchase of e-bikes using funding from Cycling UK’s Cycle Access Fund
Review: DexShell Lightweight Fleece Overshoes
23 September 2025, 8:00 am
Cold, wet feet are no fun on a ride – and neither is getting your expensive cycling shoes filthy. That’s where overshoes come in. Cycle magazine Technical Editor Richard Hallett tested a pair that provide three- to four-season weather protection for your feet
Group Leader course - 04 October 2025 - Manchester
22 September 2025, 1:25 pm
Please fill in the form below to register for the Group Leader course - 04 October 2025 - Manchester
A beginners’ guide to … stretching after cycling
22 September 2025, 11:32 am
A good stretching routine after a long ride will improve recovery, help prevent injury and make you feel better – and it doesn’t need to take more than 10 minutes. Content Officer Rebecca Armstrong explains the benefits of post-ride stretching, how to do it and shares a short stretching routine
Making cycling more inclusive for everybody
19 September 2025, 10:48 am
This week Cycling UK revealed a groundbreaking report into how to engage disabled people with cycling. Inclusive Cycling Experience Programme Manager James Palser was at the launch
How adapted bikes are transforming daily life in an Aberdeen community
19 September 2025, 9:03 am
With support from the Cycle Access Fund, a fleet of adapted bikes, new repair skills and improved access to local paths have sparked joy, confidence and independence across the Newton Dee community