A new cycling network has been launched in a Nottinghamshire town, which hopes to make cycling easier for residents. The Stapleford-based network, which also includes a cycle hub and a proficiency track at Ilkeston Road Recreation Ground, was launched on Monday, July 3, with guests including Olympic gold medal winner Chris Boardman MBE.
This comes as the latest project as part of the £21.1m Stapleford Towns Fund, funded by the Government and delivered by Broxtowe Borough Council. The cycling scheme, cycle hub, and training track will create 3km of new cycle paths to improve the safety of cycling and sustainable travel around the town.
The hub also includes a centre operated by the charity Nottingham RideWise, which has already helped hundreds get on their bikes. Olympian Chris joined Broxtowe MP Darren Henry and the Town Board to officially launch the network.
