24 мая 2024 года
New developments usually present an opportunity to provide better cycling facilities within the site or contribute funding towards improvements for cycling provision in their vicinity. Since the introduction of LTN […]
The latest instalment, part four in the series, follows the tyre tracks of Ed, Will, Kevin and Koen as they crossed the Pyrenees in their self-supported trip to catch the […]
Rides Survey Firstly big thanks to all those who provided feedback on the 2023 rides. We had 27 responses and that’s up by 250%. In general, Saturday remains the most […]
New section for articles on cycle tours and adventures has now been added to the website! Read about Spokes members William, Ed and Kevin’s trip to see Le Grand Depart […]
Great turn out for Spokes’s Christmas party this week, with a turnout of 18 people, at “The Newbury” pub, in central Newbury. A good mix of regulars, and semi-regulars from the Spokes rides (that run from March to October) as well as much of the committee and other active members. Three courses of scrummy food, […]
The latest planning application for the Eagle Quarter sets out ambitious plans for the redevelopment of the Kennet Centre. Spokes has reviewed the application to see what provision will be made for cyclists and have submitted comments accordingly. While cycle parking is proposed within the site for use by residents, we have highlighted issues with […]
The West Berkshire Spokes (WBS) strategic workshop held on Saturday 28th October at Newbury Canoe Club (thanks Ed) was well attended by much of the committee as well as non-committee members. That allowed for a wider set of thoughts, views and ideas making the workshop all that more valuable. A big thank you to all […]
West Berkshire Council is currently consulting on its Public Rights of Way Improvement Plan (ROWIP). This sets out the council’s strategic goals and priorities for public rights of way in the district. It is based on a full assessment of the needs of the public in using public rights of way, now and in the […]
In accordance with our constitution, the Annual General Meeting (AGM) of West Berkshire Spokes will take place at 3pm on Saturday 10 June 2021 at the Waterside Centre, Waldegrave Place, Northbrook St, Newbury RG14 1DS. All SPOKES members are very welcome to attend the AGM. There will be refreshments for members to buy if they wish courtesy of […]
On the Spokes stall back in GreenFest 2019, questions and comments were dominated by the relatively newly opened Hermitage to Hampstead Norreys traffic free shared used path. At this 2022 year’s event, the path – and its potential extensions North and South – were still a talking point. But there was was a broader set […]
