Cycling UK

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

  • What to wear for spring cycling

    18 March 2024, 12:39 pm

    Too warm for winter gear, too cold and wet for summer shorts and top, dressing for spring cycling can be challenging. Content officer Rebecca Armstrong has all the information you need to get the right kit

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  • Northern Ireland: Cycle routes and inspiration

    15 March 2024, 12:34 pm

    Famous for its stunning mountains, dramatic coastlines, and rich culture, Northern Ireland is a wonderful place to embrace the joy of cycling

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  • E-bikes flatten Sheffield’s hills according to shadow transport secretary

    15 March 2024, 11:36 am

    Shadow Transport Secretary and local MP Louise Haigh joined her constituents, active travel commissioner Ed Clancy, and Cycling UK for an e-bike ride up Sheffield’s hills

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  • Thank you

    14 March 2024, 3:26 pm

    Your application has been received

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  • Grassroots to Government – politicians come and go

    14 March 2024, 9:01 am

    Deputy Minister Lee Waters, a real champion of active travel steps down - how do we ensure that progress continues?

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  • ‘Women Don’t Cycle’ on International Women’s Day

    13 March 2024, 4:16 pm

    On Thursday March 7th, in the atmospheric Canada Room at Queen’s University Belfast a packed house gathered for a screening of Manon Brulard’s excellent documentary ‘Women Don’t Cycle’. Engagement officer for Northern Ireland, Meg Hoyt, speaks about the event

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  • Group test: Hip packs

    12 March 2024, 10:00 am

    Bumbags were what many off-road riders used before hydration packs appeared. Now they’re back. Katherine Moore tests four

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  • Tackling Sheffield's hills with Louise Haigh

    11 March 2024, 7:45 pm

    On 8 March Cycling UK enjoyed an excellent e-cycle ride with Louise Haigh in her Sheffield constituency. Senior policy officer Monica Scigliano provides the scoop

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  • Cycling during Ramadan

    11 March 2024, 10:00 am

    The holy month of Ramadan this year starts on Sunday 10, March and ends at sunset on Monday 8, April. Cycling UK's Julie Rand spoke to Muslim cyclists to find out how it affects their time in the saddle

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  • The 100 Women in Cycling nominations are open for 2024

    8 March 2024, 10:01 am

    It’s time to nominate your cycling heroes as we invite you to name exceptional women for the 100 Women in Cycling 2024

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