Cycling and walking
Cycling
The University has a Cycle Users group on the portal in order to raise awareness of cycling issues and share bike tips and ideas. All the campuses have cycle parking and access to showers. Please have a look at the cycling information and links below.
Safety
Guidance for staying safe on the roads can be found in the Highway Code. New cyclists will find the information provided by the London Cycling Campaign useful. This covers confidence and safety on the road and protection.
Security
In order to reduce the risk of having your bicycle stolen it is worth investing in a decent robust lock. It is best to avoid the thin cable type designs as these can easily be snipped with a cutter. Please read the cycle security guidance provided by the London Cycling campaign.
Other Cycling Tips and Information
The London Cycling Campaign
Provide lots of additional information including, getting started, clothing & safety equipment, cycle maintainance, and choosing a bike.
Bikes for All
Provide lots of useful information on cycling including health facts, and the science of cycling.
Transport for London
Provide a whole section on cycling information.
For information on cycle routes, cycle parking, shower and locker facilities at each campus, follow the links below:
Walking
Walking is the cheapest and most reliable form of transport. There are also numerous health and fitness benefits. For example a modest 10 minute walk at 3mph covering 0.5 miles will burn around 40 calories.
Walkit.com provide information on walking routes in London.
Transport for London offers more information on Walking.