Cumberland Road after the Chocolat Path collapse

29 January 2020

After the Chocolate Path collapse the subsequent road closure has resulted in a quiet cycle route spoiled only by this fenced-off section – a missed opportunity again

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Cumberland Road after the Chocolat Path collapse

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A Modest Proposal #8: Jamaica St cycleway +

Bike Life Bristol 2019 report finds safety is the single largest barrier to more people cycling +

Bristol Cycling Infographics +

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Cycling vs the Electric Car +

A Modest Proposal #1: Pedestrianise Clifton Triangle +