BIKE SOMERSET NEWS

New Cycle Route Launched on Exmoor

A permanent cycle route based upon the 2007 Tour of Britain route will be launched on Thursday 7th August. This 60 mile route incorporates the best of the 2007 South West stage, whilst highlighting Exmoor as one the region's best tourist destinations.

The route is accesible to all cyclists and as it is a circular route, cyclists can choose where they wish to start and finish.

Further details are available on the Routes icon in the left hand navigation pane.

Cycling Taster Sessions for Kids

British Cycling's Go Ride scheme is offering BMX coaching activities at Apex Park at Burnham-on-Sea. BMX riding is growing in popularity and will feature at the Olympics for the first time this year.

The sessions take place between 10AM and 1PM from the 4th - 8th of August. Sessions are open to novice riders aged 10-16 and five quality sessions will cost £37.50. All riders will receive a free goodie bag and cycling t-shirt. Interested parties should contact Dan Coast on 0779 3844653 or email him at dancoast@britishcycling.org.

The Tour of Britain

The planning for the South West Stage of the 2008 Tour of Britain is well underway. This section of the website will be updated weekly with information about community activities, road closures and the race in general. Click on the 'Tour of Britain' tab on the left hand bar or the link on the right for the latest updates.

The Moving Forward campaign and award-winning website from Somerset County Council is designed to help reduce congestion and pollution across the County. Cycling is one of the priorities of Moving Forward. The detailed website explains how you can benefit.