With the move to more sustainable travel, me and my family recently decided to change our car to a fully electric one. In order to help people who might be considering this next step, I figured I would write an article about how it has been and to give an insight on things to consider […]
Cycle September is back for another year! It’s a fun and friendly cycling challenge – everyone is invited, from regular riders to people who haven’t cycled in years (or ever!). You only need to ride for 10 minutes (anywhere, any time) to enter the prize draw. All you need to do is register here as […]
Cycle September is the global event bringing together riders of every level to promote the benefits of cycling. The aim of the month is simple; to get more people riding. It’s not about riding the most miles, it’s about encouraging others to join in, helping their workplace climb up the leaderboards, and riding for health, […]
Cycle to Work Day is the UK’s biggest cycling commuting event. Choosing to commute by cycling is a great way to improve fitness, reduce stress, and take positive action for our planet. You can find out all about the impacts of cycling at Love to Ride. How to get involved It’s easy: sign up at […]
The Cycle Friendly Employer scheme, run by Cycling UK, is a framework for employers to promote and enable cycling at their workplace. Earlier this year we have achieved the Gold Award! Following an audit at the end of last year, we are delighted to announce that the University of Salford received the Gold Award! The […]
Cycle September starts in just two weeks! It’s a global challenge which runs throughout the entire month. It aims to promote active travel and the benefits of cycling. Last year there were over 56,000 participants. Cycling has a wide range of benefits. It’s good for our health (both mental & physical), our planet and our […]
With many of us going back to work and study on campus soon, now is a great time to consider how we choose to travel.
Staff and students: join others interested in cycling in our Bicycle User Group Teams site. On Thursday 6th August we can’t do our usual Cycle to Work Day photo competition or offer free breakfasts for cyclists this year, but we want to use the day to raise awareness of the University’s new Cycle to Work […]
Bike Week 2020 is taking place from 6-14 June. Delivered by Cycling UK, the week will celebrate all that’s great about riding a bike, with a week of fun digital activities which you can get involved in. Bike Week aims to encourage people to experience the joy of cycling. Cycling is a well-loved activity that’s […]
During Go Green Salford 2020, we encouraged you to Think Green, Live Green, Work Green and Eat Green. Over 150 of you gave us some of your time and it was great to meet you all. We hope you’ve learnt something new and had fun along the way! Think Green To kick things off, we […]