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Travel Information...

Cycling for freedom, good health and vitality. Cycling is green and also a good way to increase the amount of exercise that you do. Just 30 minutes cycling at a moderate speed can burn over 200 calories!

 

KU BUG: The Bicycle Users Group (BUG) is a network for Kingston University staff and students who use a bicycle or are thinking about using a bicycle for their commute or business travel. The network is currently chaired by the University Sustainability Coordinator who works on sustainable travel related issues and aims to support staff and students currently choosing to cycle to KU. The BUG members receive monthly updates, news, event information and handy cycle hints from the BUG Chair via email. On occasions the BUG members will receive important email notices from the University or Royal Borough Kingston council via the BUG Chair, e.g. to notify KU cyclists of changes to KU cycle facilities. The BUG members will not be subject to spam mail and their contact details will not be passed to any other parties. BUG members have the opportunity to attend a meeting called by the BUG Chair once per semester to explore issues surrounding cycling to, from, between and around the KU estate.

For more info, email the Sustainability Hub.

 

Cycle Health Checks on campus: Keep an eye on our website for cycle events such as Dr Bike (where your bike will be serviced for free) and other cycle safety and security events.

 

The Royal Borough of Kingston Road Safety and Awareness Team specialise in Green Travel, and also host a number of free local events and cycle support initiatives throughout the year. Look out for the new series of Bicycle Maintenance Courses, Women On Wheels rides, and cycling proficiency classes.

 

Get On your bike! Tax Free!

 

Kingston University Human Resources and cycle scheme have teamed up to offer tax free bicycle loans to Kingston University salaried employees.

 

Cycling to Penrhyn Road or Knights Park?

Buy an annual shower subscription from the fitness centre for £13 (valid as of August 2009) and use the shower, changing and locker facilities without having to join the gym.

Contact the Fitness Centre on 0208 417 2414.

 

Routes In RBK: Cycling is often the quickest way for short journeys to the station, shops and between university campuses and halls. Check out the travel information pages here for cycling routes and info around Kingston.

 

If you need to travel outside these areas, you can collect cycling maps from Kingston Information Centre, in the Market Place, Kingston.

 

My Route: You can even have a personalised bike route designed for you by the Kingston Cycling Campaign.

For more details and to enquire about becoming a member of the Kingston Cycling Campaign (KCC), telephone Rob James on 020 8546 8865.

 

Cycling Training: If you would like to cycle but don't feel confident enough to do so and would like some support, or if you would like to be one of the volunteer coaches for the cycling training programme in the Royal Borough of Kingston contact the Climate Change and Sustainable Travel Officers at RBK.

 

Cycling by train: Commuting via train and cycle is an extremely green way to cover large distances, however there can be restrictions for bikes on trains. National Rail have produced a handy index to the cycle rules of each train operator. Open guide here. They suggest that in some cases reserving a place for your cycle can reduce your chances of getting stuck. You can consult the National Rail cycling by train page.

 

Bicycle Insurance Info: London Cycling Campaign offers excellent advice on what to do should a crash occur- here. Companies like LCC or CTC provide third party insurance (covering you if you are at fault) and legal advice to help you claim your rights if involved in an accident- here. The following insurer is recommended by the CTC and LCC. Members have a discounted rate with them- here.

 

 

The University has a Travel Plan which means we are trying to reduce staff and student car use and promote alternatives. Since 2000 the number of staff using their car to get to work has reduced by 16% to 39.9% and student car use has reduced from 14% to only 7% traveling by car.

 

"Using my bike to get around is quicker for most journeys and keeps me fit as well!"

 

Do you have to drive everyday? Try walking for short journeys, car share once a week or work from home if possible. Send us your suggestions. The best ideas win prizes!