
Blog

Crime and Punishment at Crowngate
A tale of stolen bike bits and the importance of secure cycle storage and joined up policing, in a city that can lack both.
Space for the next generation? No kidding!
Katie Collier gives an overview of our Kidical Mass rides - what they are, why we run them and what to expect on the day

RTCs and people doing dangerous things in cars, reported in 2025
This blog is a rolling tally of Road Traffic Collisions (RTCs) reported on by the Worcester News in 2025. We’ll try to only have a single link to multiple crashes (there are often multiple articles) and will endeavour to not count any reports on historical crashes that are now in court; but please point out any errors and we’ll try and correct. Each image should link to the Worcester News article.

Design Flaws that have me Floored
Bike Worcester activist, Daisey, gives a candid review of the implications of poor cycling infrastructure in Worcester. In short: sweat, blood and tears.

A Valentines Day special: Desire Lines
A Valentine’s Day special on Desire lines and why they shouldn’t be ignored! Give the people what they want.
Another visit to the Magistrates’ Court
Danny B shares his perspective a recent visit to Worcester Magistrates Court as prosecution witness for a reported close pass.

The Joy of Stickers: 5 grown-up reasons to support your local Bike Bus
Bike Bus leader Rosie shares some of the reasons why helping families cycle on the school run is awesome!

Recruiting a web developer for new active travel group websites
We are looking for a web developer to work with the existing Bike Worcester website and create templates for other local groups

Tale of Two Tyres
Our ride was abruptly stopped one morning when we found the shared cycle/footway at on the edge of Worcester city littered with thorns from a recently cut hedge.
Other cyclists using this safe route for their commute / ride to school suffered multiple punctures and disruption to their journey.
We call for better communication between Highways and landowners to ensure any works affecting pedestrian and cycle infrastructure are carried out to a high standard and that users aren’t forgotten.
The Joy and The Fear
A reflection on the contrast between the joy of Bike Buses and the fear/rage at being close passed after volunteering on a Bike Bus

Is the Kepax enabled “Figure of Eight” a practical route on foot or bike? A photo essay
A photo essay of the ‘figure of eight’ route as publicised by Worcestershire County Council

All the 2024 Critical Mass posters
All of the Critical Mass posters from 2024 in one place

Footloose and car-free
Some handy tips and tricks for anyone thinking of reducing their car use, from a household that is now car-free.

Taking a bike on-board a train should be easier
Wouldn’t it be nice if taking your bike with you on the train wasn’t such a hassle? Let’s take a look at how our local operators cater to cyclists and see what we can learn from how other countries and rail operators within the UK offer services to cyclists.

The Transformative Power of E-bikes
E-bikes can transform how we get about by extending the uses of our two-wheeled companions. Through local e-bike loan schemes, residents are able to give them a go for free.


