cycling

Devon schoolboy cycles 75 miles for disaster relief charity

A seven-year-old boy from North Devon desperate to help people affected by the war in Ukraine has cycled more than 75 miles to raise funds for the Cornwall-based disaster relief charity ShelterBox.

Arthur Bix set his heart on raising money to help people who fled their homes, or had them damaged, and decided any donations would be split between ShelterBox and his primary school....

Gates to be removed on National Cycle Network to improve disabled access

Many of the gates and barriers found on Devon’s shared cycle and walking routes will be removed to help ensure that those with disabilities and mobility problems can access them more easily.

Devon’s popular National Cycle Network is one of the most spectacular in the country – almost 150miles in length, the route takes you through picturesque communities, over moorlands, along...

South West urged to get into gear to beat cancer

PEOPLE in the South West are being urged to get on their bikes for Cancer Research UK and raise money for a wheelie great cause.

People of all ages and abilities – from seasoned cyclists to recent converts – are being encouraged to sign up now for the Cycle 300 challenge to help the charity continue its life-saving mission.

Taking part needn’t feel like an uphill struggle...

Foot Anstey cyclists hit the road in support of Ukraine

A team of riders from national law firm, Foot Anstey LLP, will be swapping their suits for lycra for a two-day bike ride in support of the Disasters Emergency Committee's (DEC) Ukraine Appeal.

The two-day bike ride will start on 5 May from Foot Anstey's Truro office and see the team cycle to Foot Anstey's offices in Plymouth, Exeter, and Taunton before finishing at the firm's Bristol...

Diabetes charity hoping to generate pedal power in Devon

People from the south west are being asked to saddle up for a cycling challenge that will raise vital funds for Diabetes UK this spring.

The UK Wide Cycle Ride runs throughout the 30 days of April. It is a perfect opportunity to take your fitness up a gear, while raising money for Diabetes UK’s work in funding life-saving research and making sure everyone living with the condition...

Spectators' guide to Devon Stage of the 2021 Tour of Britain

Some of the biggest names in cycling will be competing in this year’s Tour of Britain, and if you’re planning to watch them in action in Devon on Monday 6 September you can take your pick of 115 miles along the route.

Devon County Council will host Stage Two of the 17th edition of the race on Monday 6 September, with a stella field of riders including Mark Cavendish and Wout Van Aert...

Diabetes UK looking for people in Devon to saddle up for autumn cycling challenge

People from Devon can get on their bike and raise vital funds for Diabetes UK this autumn by taking part in a cycling challenge.

The UK Wide Cycle Ride runs throughout September and is a perfect opportunity to take your fitness up a gear while raising money for diabetes research along the way.

Challengers can pick from one of four virtual distances, ranging from 150 miles...

Legendary sprinter Mark Cavendish confirmed as first rider for 2021 Tour of Britain

Mark Cavendish, cycling's greatest sprinter of all time, has been confirmed as the first rider for this year’s Tour of Britain. The Tour organisers have announced that the British cycling legend, who has won more stages of the modern Tour of Britain than any other rider, with 10 Stage victories, will lead his Belgian Deceuninck - Quick-Step team at the UK’s biggest race.

Devon will...

Pro cyclist gives his verdict on the Devon Stage of The Tour of Britain

Around 115 miles (185km) of the county will feature in the Devon Stage of this year’s Tour of Britain on Monday 6 September.

We asked Freddie Scheske, Devon-based pro cyclist and University of Exeter graduate, to give us his verdict on the route which starts in Sherford and finishes in Exeter.

The Ribble Weldtite Pro Cycling rider is hoping to make his Tour debut next month...

Devon women named in Cycling UK’s 100 Women in Cycling

Two women from Devon have been named in Cycling UK’s 100 Women in Cycling. Judith Smith and Ruby Davison were included for their work encouraging women to cycle.

They join TV and film actress Maxine Peake, BBC Radio 4 presenter, Melanie Abbott and gold medal winners Katie Archibald and Elinor Barker in the cycling charity’s list recognising significant achievements in promoting women...

Pages